Join Connecting for Kids, along with our partners and sponsors, for an inclusive race for every pace! The Embrace the Pace 5K, One-Mile Run/Walk/Roll and Kids’ Races welcome participants of all ages and abilities. Dogs are permitted but must remain on a leash at all times. Schedule Time Activity 9:00 a.m. Start Time: Chip-Timed 5K 9:05 a.m. Start Time: One-Mile Run/Walk/Roll (non-chipped) 10:00 a.m. Awards Ceremony 10:15 a.m. Kids’ Race heats* 10:30 a.m. Inclusive dance party with hot dogs from Autism Society of Greater Cleveland * Kids’ Race heats will include categories for children who use wheelchairs, walkers, gait trainers, reciprocating gait orthosis or other mobility aids. Packet Pickup Options All packet pickup will take place at the Kiwanis Pavilion, located at Liberty Playground, 6363 Selig Blvd. in Independence. Early Pickup: Friday, Aug. 21 from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. Race Day: Saturday, Aug. 22 beginning at 7:30 a.m. Runner Perks Top Male/Female Prizes (5K) Choose between Fat He
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for August 22.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Independence, OH.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
