Captains Grand Slam 5K
- Date
- July 4, 2026
- Location
- 35300 Vine St, Eastlake, OH
- Distance
- Grand Slam 5K
From the Organizer
Grand Slam 5K – July 4, 2026
Location: Classic Park
Start Time: 8:30 AM
Kick off your Independence Day in true all-American style at the Grand Slam 5K, a Fourth of July tradition that blends fast running with classic summer fun.
The highlight of the course comes at the end, when runners sprint through the gates and cross the finish line inside Classic Park's field, greeted by applause, music, and classic 4th of July vibes. After the race, the celebration continues with hot dogs fresh off the grill and ice-cold beer, the perfect reward for a hard-earned finish.
Registration includes a finisher medal, T-shirt, Hot Dog, and Cold Beer (must be 21+)
Early packet pick-up takes place at Second Sole on Friday, July 3rd from 11:00am - 6:00pm.
Race day packet pick-up will be at Classic starting at 7:00am - 8:15am
The 5K Run/Walk will begin at 8:30am.
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
82°
Typical Low
62°
Chance of Rain
37%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Kirtland-Holden 2, 8 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Eastlake, OH
Population
17,538
as of 2023
Elevation
620 ft
Nearest Airport
CLE
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport · 27 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Captains Grand Slam 5K?
- Captains Grand Slam 5K is a running race held in Eastlake, 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 Captains Grand Slam 5K?
- Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Eastlake, Ohio at 35300 Vine St, Eastlake, OH. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Captains Grand Slam 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Captains Grand Slam 5K
Jul 4, 2026