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Race for Glory 5K Fun Run & 1-Mile Walk

Sat, Aug 29, 2026, 9:00 AM EDT

Location
Medina, OH
6335 Wedgewood Road, 44256
Type
RUN
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At a glance

A community-focused 5K fun run and 1-mile walk with professional timing and awards, supporting local organizations.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • For a Cause

Great for: cause-driven runners, runners who like a competitive edge

Join the Race for Glory 5K Fun Run & 1-Mile Walk in Medina, Ohio, a community-focused event presented by several local organizations including Medina County Special Olympics. This event offers a timed 5K for those seeking a competitive edge, alongside a more relaxed 1-Mile Walk. It's a wonderful opportunity to connect with the community and enjoy a morning of movement, with awards recognizing top 5K finishers across various age groups.

What to expect

  • - A professionally chip-timed 5K run for all ages
  • - A relaxed 1-Mile Walk option for a gentler pace
  • - Awards for top overall and age group 5K finishers

Standout details

  • Professionally chip-timed 5K
  • Awards for top overall and age group runners
  • 1-Mile Walk option available
  • Presented by community organizations

Perks & features

  • Chip Timed

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Distances & registration

2 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

  • 1 Miles

    Sat, Aug 29, 9:00 AM EDT · From $19.11

    Opens Feb 7, 2026, 4:24 PM EST · Closes Aug 21, 2026, 4:00 AM EDT

  • 5K

    Sat, Aug 29, 9:00 AM EDT · From $29.79

    Opens Feb 7, 2026, 4:24 PM EST · Closes Aug 21, 2026, 4:00 AM EDT

Vibe Check

Easygoing

Distance only — terrain and weather data unavailable.

The course

  • Timed race
From the organizer

Please join us for the Race for Glory 5K Fun Run & 1-Mile Walk taking place on Saturday, August 29th, 2026, at Buckeye Woods Park.

The event is presented by Thomas Schmidt (race director) as well as race board members from The Society; Medina County Special Olympics, Ohio; Integrated Community Solutions and the Knights of Columbus Council #4168.

Participants can register online at this website OR mail-in the paper registration form which is also included in the tab on this website.

Race Day Packet Pick-Up and Registration begins at 8:00am.

The 5K begins at 9:00am.  The 1-Mile Walk begins immediately following the 5K start.

Both races are professionally chip-timed by GCXC Racing - Youngstown.

Awards presented to the top 5K male and female runners overall and the top three 5K male and female runners in the following age categories:

(14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Up).

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