Bay Days 5 Miler, 1 Mile, & Kids Track Dash
- Date
- July 4, 2026
- Location
- 29230 Wolf Rd, Bay Village, OH
- Distance
- 5 Mile Race · 1 Mile Run · 1 Mile Ruck - Includes Patch & more
From the Organizer
BRING THE NOISE!
Cleveland's BEST Fourth of July race is back! Put on your best Red, White, and Blue and take to the streets for this fast and flat 5 Miler. This event is open to all ages and abilities. Join the kid's run (shirt optional) or 1 mile walk so you can still get the awesome swag including a Brooks running shirt, finish line goodies, and more!
Race Day Saturday, July 4, 2026 | Timeline
- 7:00 AM | Registration/Packet Pick Up opens at Bay High School
- 7:00 AM | Topo Athletic shoe demo
- 8:30 AM | 5 Miler begins
- 8:40 AM | 1 Mile Run/Walk begins
- 10:00 AM | Kids Track Dash on the Track (start expected after the bulk of 5 Mile Runners are finished)
Festival Dates presented by Bay Village Kiwanis
- July 1 through 4 at Cahoon Park
- Visit Bay Village Kiwanis for all festival details
Runner Perks:
- Brooks® Podium Short Sleeve Shirt (unisex or women's fit)
- First 900 entrants who opt in. Sizes limited.
- Late sign-ups will receive a quality soft fit shirt with the same design. (Shirt size may not be guaranteed if you register less than 2 weeks before the event)
- First 900 entrants who opt in. Sizes limited.
- Custom finisher medal
- Chipped time
- USATF Certified 5 Mile course
- Finish line goodies, including popsicles and more!
- Age Group and Overall awards
- NEW! Discount off Curly Fries at annual Festival held at Cahoon Park
- Runner Photos
*Kids Track Dash may pay $10 to purchase a shirt
Kids Track Dash
The Kids' Track Dash will take place on the Track at approximately 10am starting at the inflatable arch. Please be at the track by 9:45am for instruction. This is different from the annual 1 Mile Run
Award Categories
5 Mile Run
- Top 1 M/F
- Top 3 in 5 Year Age Groups from 14 & Under to 80 & Over
- Top M/F Master & Grandmaster
1 Mile Run/Walk
- Top 1 M/F 13 & Under
- Top 1 in Age Groups (7 & Under, 8-9, 10-11, 12-13)
Ruck
- Hardened Steel | Competitive Division: This is our only award-eligible category. Prizes will be awarded to the Top 3 Male and Top 3 Female finishers for events with over 5 of each gender or top 1 of each for less than 5.
Packet Pick Up:
- July 2 at Second Sole in Lakewood from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM
- July 3 at Second Sole in Lakewood from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM
- Race Day starting at 7:00 AM at Bay High School Track (Finish Line Area)
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
84°
Typical Low
65°
Chance of Rain
35%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Cleveland, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Bay Village, OH
Population
15,992
as of 2023
Elevation
630 ft
Nearest Airport
CLE
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport · 6 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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Days to train
- Race
- Bay Days 5 Miler, 1 Mile, & Kids Track Dash
- Date
- July 4, 2026
- Location
- 29230 Wolf Rd, Bay Village, OH
Coming Up
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Bay Days 5 Miler, 1 Mile, & Kids Track Dash?
- Bay Days 5 Miler, 1 Mile, & Kids Track Dash is a running race held in Bay Village, Ohio on July 4, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Bay Days 5 Miler, 1 Mile, & Kids Track Dash?
- Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Bay Village, Ohio at 29230 Wolf Rd, Bay Village, OH. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Bay Days 5 Miler, 1 Mile, & Kids Track Dash?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Bay Days 5 Miler, 1 Mile, & Kids Track Dash
Jul 4, 2026