Run to the Moon 5K/10K and 1-Mile Fun Run takes place on July 18, 2026, in Wapakoneta, Ohio, at the Armstrong Air and Space Museum. The event offers a 1-mile fun run and a 6.2-mile race, with entry fees ranging from $30 to $35. The race starts at 8:15 AM. If you're traveling to the area for the event, note that a virtual participation option is available, which may affect how you plan your trip and accommodation needs. Wapakoneta is home to the museum dedicated to astronaut Neil Armstrong, making this a locally significant running event.
From the Race Organizer
Join us for the 24th Anniversary of Run to the Moon and the 57th Anniversary of the Apollo Moon Landing - July 18, 2026 in Wapakoneta Ohio, the boyhood home of Neil Armstrong. 2026 is the 57th Anniversary of the Moon Landing. This event starts and finishes at the Armstrong Air and Space Museum in Wapakoneta OH, the birthplace of Neil Armstrong. The race is a run/walk and has many unique features including a NASA astronaut to help start the run and high-five you as you finish, Space Facts along the courses, and much more. Don't miss out on this amazing and educational experience. Each run has a $30 registration fee until April 30, 2026. Run fee is $35 on May 1, 2026. RACE AMENITIES: Space Themed Race Medal, T-Shirt, Moon Pies and more! T-shirt deadline is Saturday, July 11. MOON CITY CHALLENGE -- use this link to sign up for all three runs: www.runsignup.com/race/oh/wapakoneta/moonlightglow5k RACE LOGISTICS: FLEXIBILITY REGARDING YOUR RACE DISTANCE. You may alter your race distance yourself using the free, self-managed transfer we offer. Follow the link in your registration confirmation email to Manage Registration and transfer to a different distance event. You may shorten your race distance from the 10K to 5K to 1 Mile, and may do that yourself online and there is no change fee. Race Start Time on Saturday July 18: The race will start on time at 8:15 a.m. (10K) and 8:30 a.m. (5K and 1 Mile) with no exceptions. The Run to the Moon is organized by the United Way of Auglaize County. Proceeds will benefit the 2025 campaign and our partner agencies who provide programs and support to our friends, families and neighbors in need. Any donations will be directed to the United Way of Auglaize County's 2025 campaign and used in the same manner. The run is located on the grounds of the Armstrong Air and Space Museum but does not financially benefit the museum and/or its operations.
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Race Travel Insurance
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You've trained for months and booked a trip to Wapakoneta, OH.
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When is Run to the Moon 5K/10K and 1-Mile Fun Run 2026 — Wapakoneta, OH?
Run to the Moon 5K/10K and 1-Mile Fun Run 2026 — Wapakoneta, OH takes place on July 18, 2026. The race is held in Wapakoneta, Ohio.
Where is Run to the Moon 5K/10K and 1-Mile Fun Run 2026 — Wapakoneta, OH held?
Run to the Moon 5K/10K and 1-Mile Fun Run 2026 — Wapakoneta, OH is held at Armstrong Air and Space Museum in Wapakoneta, Ohio.
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