MetroHealth Resiliency Run is a running and walking event held at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo in Cleveland, Ohio on June 6, 2026. Participants can choose between a 1-mile or 5K distance. The race starts at 8:15 AM, giving you an early morning competition at the zoo venue. Entry fees range from $10 to $40 depending on registration options. This event welcomes both runners and walkers, making it accessible to endurance athletes of varying fitness levels preparing for or recovering from race season training.
From the Race Organizer
The 10th annual Resiliency Run features a 5k run through the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo. The unfortunate truth is that traumatic and burn injuries are common in our community, but so are strength and recovery. The Resiliency Run was created to honor this strength and to acknowledge the extraordinary people - survivors and their loved ones - who are moving themselves from the worst days to the very best. This event also honors the caregivers who provide a steady hand of healing along the way. Funds raised will benefit trauma and burn survivors who come to MetroHealth for critical care needs as well as other healthcare needs. Saturday, June 6, 2026 Cleveland Metroparks Zoo 3900 Wildlife Way, Cleveland, OH 44109 Start Time Registration/Packet Pick Up - 7:00am Kids Dash - 8:15am 5K Run/Walk- 8:30am 1 Mile Run/Walk- 9:00am This event is rain or shine, so come prepared for weather in northeast Ohio! Distances 5K Run/Walk 1 Mile Run/Walk Kids Fun Run Timing 5K - Chip Timed 1 Mile and Kids Fun Run - not timed Registration Pre-Registration until Friday June 6, 2025 at 9am Race fees allow for admission to the Zoo all day! 5k - $35 1 mile not timed - $35 Kids Fun Run - $20 All mailed entries must be received by Wednesday, June 3, 2026 Make checks payable to Hermes Sports & Events and mail entries to: Hermes Sports & Events 2425 West 11th St. Suite #2 Cleveland, Ohio 44113 Packet Pick Up Friday, June 5, 2025 11AM - 3PM MetroHealth Main Campus lawn just passed the main towers (near P7) 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland, OH 44109 Race Day Saturday, June 6. Registration/Packet Pick Up Begins at 7:00 am at the ZOO 5k - $40 1 mile not timed - $40 Kids Fun Run - $25 Participants Receive A short-sleeved t-shirt and post-race refreshments and can enjoy the Zoo all day! T-shirts are dispersed on a first come first serve basis. Participants who do not receive a shirt at the race will receive their shirt at a later date if quantities/sizes are insufficient. Supporters Supporters wanting to come cheer on runners/walkers will need to purchase wristbands to enter the zoo ( even if you are a zoo member ). Ticket prices are $10 cash or check and only get you admission into the zoo (no shirt, race entry, etc) Awards In lieu of finisher awards this year, we will be honoring the resiliency of our survivors and community members. Please join us 8 am for this awards ceremony! Virtual Event Virtual 5K and 1 Mile Runners and Walkers - $30.00 While physical distancing, we can still come together to raise awareness, generate funds and help MetroHealth during these challenging times. Simply register to participate and join us, virtually, to complete the 5K or 1 Mile race on your own. Run or walk, outdoors or on a treadmill – you choose! Virtual event participants can live anywhere! Please feel free to invite family and friends from around the country to join you in bringing hope and empowerment to those who come to MetroHealth for trauma, burn, stroke and other critical care needs. To make an additional donation to support MetroHealth, you can donate here: https://www.metrohealth.org/foundation/donate - make sure to *select Designation, other, and type Resiliency Run in free text box. More Information For more information, contact Hermes Sports & Events at (216) 623-9933 or at roadracing@hermescleveland.com or contact Andrew at (216) 778-3773 , aneading@metrohealth.org
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Race Travel Insurance
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You've trained for months and booked a trip to Cleveland, OH.
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When is MetroHealth Resiliency Run 2026 — Cleveland, OH?
MetroHealth Resiliency Run 2026 — Cleveland, OH takes place on June 6, 2026. The race is held in Cleveland, Ohio.
Where is MetroHealth Resiliency Run 2026 — Cleveland, OH held?
MetroHealth Resiliency Run 2026 — Cleveland, OH is held at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo in Cleveland, Ohio.
Where can I find hotels near MetroHealth Resiliency Run 2026 — Cleveland, OH?
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