BRING THE NOISE ! Cleveland's BEST Fourth of July race is back! Put on your best Red , White , and Blue and take to the streets for this fast and flat 5 Miler. This event is open to all ages and abilities. Join the kid's run (shirt optional) or 1 mile walk so you can still get the awesome swag including a Brooks running shirt, finish line goodies, and more! Race Day Saturday, July 4, 2026 | Timeline 7:00 AM - Registration/Packet Pick Up opens at Bay High School 7:00 AM | Topo Athletic shoe demo 8:30 AM - 5 Miler begins 8:40 AM - 1 Mile Run/Walk begins 10:00 AM - Kids Track Dash on the Track (start expected after bulk of 5 Mile Runners are finished) Festival Dates presented by Bay Village Kiwanis July 1 through 4 at Cahoon Park Visit Bay Village Kiwanis for all festival details Runner Perks: Brooks® Podium Short Sleeve Shirt (unisex or women's fit) First 900 entrants who opt in. Sizes limited. Late sign-ups will receive a quality soft fit shirt with the same design. (Shirt size may not
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Bay Days 5 Miler, 1 Mile, & Kids Track Dash 2026 — Bay Village, OH
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for July 4.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Bay Village, OH.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
