Hotels Near 2027 15th Annual Black Squirrel 5K Walk/Run/Roll & 1-Mile Walk/Run/Roll 2027 — Kent, OH Apr 2027

Date

April 10, 2027

Location

Kent, OH

Venue

Kent State University

Start Time

8:00 AM

Entry Fee

$15.00 – $30.00

Events

2027 15th Annual Black Squirrel 5K Walk/Run/Roll, 2027 Black Squirrel 1-Mile Walk/Run/Roll

Includes

T-Shirt

The Black Squirrel 5K Walk/Run/Roll starts at 8:00 AM on April 10, 2027, giving you a morning schedule to plan your travel. Hosted at Kent State University in Kent, Ohio, the event offers a 1-mile walk/run/roll option alongside the longer distance. Entry fees range from $15 to $30 depending on registration timing. The 1-mile distance makes this accessible for a wider range of fitness levels and abilities. If you're traveling to the area for the race, plan to arrive the evening before to settle into accommodation near campus and allow time for packet pickup.

From the Race Organizer

Please join us for our annual spring race which will take place on Saturday, Apr. 10, 2027. The race, named after Kent State University's unofficial mascot, will be available for anyone to participate. The traditional 5k course is a loop course which begins and ends near the entrance to the Beverly J. Warren Student Recreation and Wellness Center on the campus of Kent State University. The course will be marked if you are in Kent and would like to run the actual course. The course takes you through the campus via the Esplanade. A few small hills adds to the experience but be on the lookout for the infamous black squirrels! On race day, post your photo or video on your social media account and tag us at #KSU2027BlackSquirrel. Registration Fees Up through Sunday, Mar. 21 (T-shirt included) $30 (5k) $20 (1-mile) Monday, Mar. 22 - Saturday, Apr. 10 (no T-shirt) $25 (5k) $15 (1-mile) T-Shirts All participants registered by Mar. 21 will receive a performance race shirt. Race shirts may be available for purchase on race day based on availability. T-shirts and race bibs will be available for pick-up as follows at the Beverly J. Warren Student Recreation & Wellness Center located at 1550 Ted Boyd Drive, Kent, Ohio 44242. Friday, Apr. 10 from 4 - 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Apr. 11 starting at 7 a.m. Race Course Race course map can be found online at https://www.kent.edu/recwell/black-squirrel-5k-race Prizes: Cash prizes for overall male and female winners First Place $75 Second Place $50 Third Place $25 First, second and third place male and female winners in the following age groups will receive medals: 6 - 9 10 - 14 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+ Cancellation policy Entry fees are non-refundable and non-transferable to another person, event or year. The 2027 Black Squirrel 5k Run & 1-mile Walk/Roll/Run will be held rain or shine. Recreation and Wellness Services reserves the right to refuse any entry.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is 2027 15th Annual Black Squirrel 5K Walk/Run/Roll & 1-Mile Walk/Run/Roll 2027 — Kent, OH?

2027 15th Annual Black Squirrel 5K Walk/Run/Roll & 1-Mile Walk/Run/Roll 2027 — Kent, OH takes place on April 10, 2027. The race is held in Kent, Ohio.

Where is 2027 15th Annual Black Squirrel 5K Walk/Run/Roll & 1-Mile Walk/Run/Roll 2027 — Kent, OH held?

2027 15th Annual Black Squirrel 5K Walk/Run/Roll & 1-Mile Walk/Run/Roll 2027 — Kent, OH is held at Kent State University in Kent, Ohio.

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