Registration for the Transplant House of Cleveland 5K Run & 1 Mile Walk costs $30 to $35. The event takes place on June 14, 2026, at Rockefeller Lagoon in Cleveland, Ohio. The 1-mile distance option accommodates walkers and runners of varying fitness levels. The race starts at 8:30 AM, giving participants an early morning option before heat builds. This event supports the Transplant House of Cleveland while offering a low-pressure community racing experience. The flat, accessible lagoon venue makes it suitable for those returning to running or training for longer events.
From the Race Organizer
*BECOME A FUNDRAISER* Want to become a fundraiser for the Transplant House of Cleveland? This year we are encouraging runners, families, colleagues, and overall competitors to create fundraising campaigns and teams to raise money to support the Transplant House of Cleveland! Whether you want to create a team for your company, join your families' team, or just want to do it all yourself, we have you covered! Click the button below to create your own fundraising campaign, create a fundraising team, or join one! Top campaigns will be displayed on the front page of this website! Transplant House of Cleveland provides affordable, temporary housing and a welcoming, supportive community to organ transplant patients and their families. Our 9th Annual 5k Run 1 Mile Walk returns on Sunday, June 14th at the Rockefeller Lagoon in the Cleveland Cultural Gardens! This family-friendly, dog-friendly event is held each year in celebration of the life of Brian Vitale. All proceeds raised support our mission of providing affordable, temporary housing and a welcoming, supportive community to organ transplant patients and their families. START TIMES 7:30 a.m. - Race Day Registration and Packet Pick Up 8:30 a.m.- 5K & 1 Mile Walk start REGISTRATION Fees $20 Children 12 & Under (those in a stroller or under 2 do not need to register) $30 Pre-registration $35 Race Day Virtual Runner: We will mail your shirt ( C ontinental U.S. residents only ) - $35 - Available through race day Teams: Get your friends, family or colleagues together and form a team! All mailed pre-registered entries must be received by Wednesday, June 10 Please make checks payable to: Hermes Sports & Events Mail entries to: Hermes Sports & Events 2425 W. 11th Street PARKING Parking closest to the park will be available in the Case Western surface lot (pay to park using the QR code posted on signs throughout the lot - $1/hour) off of Mt. Sinai Dr. between Ansel and East 105th St. The location can be found HERE . The start/finish line is a few minute walk down the hill AWARDS (5K Only) Top male and female overall as well as the top male and female in the following age categories: 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 & Over MORE INFORMATION For more information, contact Hermes Sports & Events at 216-623-9933.
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Race Travel Insurance
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When is Transplant House of Cleveland 5K Run & 1 Mile Walk 2026 — Cleveland, OH?
Transplant House of Cleveland 5K Run & 1 Mile Walk 2026 — Cleveland, OH takes place on June 14, 2026. The race is held in Cleveland, Ohio.
Where is Transplant House of Cleveland 5K Run & 1 Mile Walk 2026 — Cleveland, OH held?
Transplant House of Cleveland 5K Run & 1 Mile Walk 2026 — Cleveland, OH is held at Rockefeller Lagoon in Cleveland, Ohio.
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