Johnny’s Run 5K 2026 — Mentor, OH

Date
May 25, 2026
Location
Mentor, OH
Venue
Mentor Fire Department Station #1
Start Time
8:00 AM
Entry Fee
$30.00 – $35.00
Events
5K
Includes
T-Shirt
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Johnny's Run 5K takes place on May 25, 2026, in Mentor, Ohio, starting at 8:00 AM from Mentor Fire Department Station #1. The single 5K distance suits runners looking for a straightforward race experience. Entry fees range from $30 to $35, making this an affordable option for your race schedule. The fire department venue provides a clear, accessible staging area for the event. If you're traveling to compete in this spring race, look for accommodations within a short drive of the station to minimize travel time on race morning.

From the Race Organizer
Each year “Johnny’s Run” is conducted in the memory of Spc. John J. Kovach to benefit charities that help others in need. Johnny’s life, cut tragically short, was one marked with a zest for life and service to others. Johnny’s giving spirit lives on, through and beyond the lives he touched, with the charity raised at the event named in his honor. This is our 18th annual run and we would love it if you came out and honored Johnny and raised money for a great cause. What Do I Get? All participants receive a custom race bib, race shirt, and a FINISHER MEDAL! What Do I Need to Do? First, you need to REGISTER! This is going to be a LIVE event. There is a virtual option for those wo wish to do so. Packet Pickup Saturday, May 23rd - 2 pm - 5 pm at Second Sole Mentor (8791 Mentor Ave) Race Morning - 6:30 am - 7:45 am at Mentor Fire Department Station #1

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Johnny’s Run 5K 2026 — Mentor, OH?

Johnny’s Run 5K 2026 — Mentor, OH takes place on May 25, 2026. The race is held in Mentor, Ohio.

Where is Johnny’s Run 5K 2026 — Mentor, OH held?

Johnny’s Run 5K 2026 — Mentor, OH is held at Mentor Fire Department Station #1 in Mentor, Ohio.

Where can I find hotels near Johnny’s Run 5K 2026 — Mentor, OH?

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