
From the Organizer
On Saturday, September 19, 2026, the North Royalton Family Y will host its Ninth Annual Bubble Blast Kathleen DePiero Memorial 5K! Proceeds from the event will benefit the Y’s Annual Campaign, granting area youth and families the opportunity to access Y programs and services, such as Swim Lessons, Youth Sports Leagues, and Before and After School Childcare they otherwise could not afford. The race is dedicated to the memory of Kathleen DePiero, a former board member who is credited with the inception of the event in 2016, and was a tremendous advocate for youth and families in our community.
Since the inception of the race, the North Royalton Y supported over $200,000 in scholarships for membership and programs. The Y continues its commitment to strengthening the foundation of the community through programs that promote youth development, social responsibility, and healthy living, all of which would not be possible without the support of our community partners.
Registration (cash or check only)/Packet Pickup - 7 AM
5K Run/1 Mile Walk - 8 AM
5K awards will be given to the top three overall male and female runners and age group winners.
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
75°
Typical Low
56°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Cleveland, 9 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
31,013
as of 2023
Elevation
1,135 ft
Nearest Airport
CLE
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport · 8 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
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Bubble Blast Kathleen DePiero Memorial 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run
Sep 19, 2026