Saturday Night Lights – Ottawa Hills Back to School 5K & 1M 2026 — Ottawa Hills, OH

Date
August 15, 2026
Location
Ottawa Hills, OH
Venue
Niedermeier Stadium
Start Time
7:00 PM
Entry Fee
$20.00 – $35.00
Events
Saturday Night Lights - Ottawa Hills Back to School 5K, Saturday Night Lights - Ottawa Hills Back to School 5K (Student/Staff 5K Registration), Green Bear 1 Mile Kids Run/Walk
Includes
T-Shirt
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Entry to Saturday Night Lights runs $20 to $35, with the race taking place on August 15, 2026, at Niedermeier Stadium in Ottawa Hills, Ohio. The event offers both a 1-mile and 5K option, giving runners flexibility based on fitness level and goals. The 7:00 PM start time means you'll be racing under lights, which can affect pacing strategy and visibility. This back-to-school themed race provides a straightforward late-summer racing opportunity for those building fitness heading into fall race season or looking for a shorter tune-up effort before longer events.

From the Race Organizer
The OH Back to School 5K and Kids Run is Saturday, August 15th in the evening and through the Village of Ottawa Hills ending under the Stadium Lights!! The Kids Run/1M starts at 7pm and the 5K starts at 8:30 PM in Niedermeier Stadium. The Kids Race is entirely within Niedermeier Stadium. Packet pick-up will be in front of the High School flag pole: Saturday morning, August 15 from 9-11am and Saturday afternoon, August 15 from 6-8:30pm (2 hours before the Kids Run) THERE IS NO GUARANTEE OF A SHIRT FOR REGISTRATIONS AFTER AUGUST 8, 2026. The SNL5K benefits Ottawa Hills 2027 After Prom, an evening of fun, food and prizes in a drug and alcohol-free environment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Saturday Night Lights – Ottawa Hills Back to School 5K & 1M 2026 — Ottawa Hills, OH?

Saturday Night Lights – Ottawa Hills Back to School 5K & 1M 2026 — Ottawa Hills, OH takes place on August 15, 2026. The race is held in Ottawa Hills, Ohio.

Where is Saturday Night Lights – Ottawa Hills Back to School 5K & 1M 2026 — Ottawa Hills, OH held?

Saturday Night Lights – Ottawa Hills Back to School 5K & 1M 2026 — Ottawa Hills, OH is held at Niedermeier Stadium in Ottawa Hills, Ohio.

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