
From the Organizer
Join us for the 13th Annual Brooklyn Heights On the Run 5K & 1-Mile Walk.
Proceeds from the race will go to the Park Board organization, which funds the Easter Egg Hunt, Christmas Stockings & Santa visit, summer concert in the park, and community newsletter.
Race Day
Sunday, October 11, 2026
8:00 am - Packet Pickup in the Brooklyn Heights Community Center
8:55 am - Kids Dash (50 yards 8 & under)
9:00 am - 5K Run & 1 Mile Walk
Location/Course
This course begins at the Brooklyn Heights Community Center and takes participants through mostly flat surrounding residential streets.
225 Tuxedo Ave. Brooklyn Heights, OH 44131
5k/ 1 Mile Registration Fees
12 and Under $15
Standard - $25
A paper entry form can be found HERE and mailed to Hermes Sports & Events by 10/5/26
Features
A Kids Dash (8 and under)
5k Chip Timing
Refreshments
Door Prizes
A Race Shirt
Awards
Top 3 male and female finishers in the following age groups:
17 and under
18-30
31-50
51 and up
*Dogs are allowed, but we ask that you line up in the back and have a short leash.
Interested in sponsoring this event? Please contact us by filling out the form below!
Events
Weather
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
65°
Typical Low
51°
Chance of Rain
38%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Cleveland Burke Ap, 10 mi from the venue.
Host City
Nearest Airport
CLE
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport · 10 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Brooklyn Heights On the Run 5k, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
Coming Up
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2 miles away
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Less than a mile away
Embrace the Pace
Less than a mile away
Flusslauf
4 miles away
From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Brooklyn Heights On the Run 5k
Oct 11, 2026