
From the Organizer
4th Annual Cardinal Crew 5K Run, 1-Mile Glow Run & Community Festival
Join us for the 4th Annual Cardinal Crew 5K, our biggest and most exciting event yet! Taking place on Saturday, June 27, this high-energy day brings together fitness, family, and fun—all in support of the Cardinal Crew mission.
*NEW LOCATION*
For the first time in this race's history, The Cardinal Crew 5k will take place at the Medina Public Square!
Public Square, Medina, OH 44256
*NEW TIME*
The Cardinal Crew 5k will also be pivoting to a night race, for the first time in the race's history! The race will begin at 8pm and registration for race day will begin at 7pm
Participants can choose between the Cardinal Crew 5K or the 1-Mile Glow Run, making this event perfect for runners of all ages and abilities. New this year, we’re thrilled to introduce the first-ever Cardinal Crew Kids Dash, giving our youngest runners a chance to shine and be part of the excitement.
Beyond the race, stay and enjoy our community festival, featuring:
Local vendors throughout the event area
Four mini yoga sessions
Food trucks with a variety of options
Live music
Yard games and family-friendly activities
Whether you’re racing, cheering, stretching it out on the yoga mat, or just soaking in the atmosphere, this event is designed to bring the community together for an unforgettable summer evening.
Come run, glow, stretch, and celebrate with us—we can’t wait to see you there!
START TIME
7:00 p.m.- Packet Pick-Up and Race Day Registration opens
7:55 p.m.- Kid's Dash commences
8:00 p.m.- 5K race and 1 mile walk begins
RACE DAY PACKET PICK-UP & REGISTRATION
Public Square, Medina, OH 44256
DISTANCE
5K (3.1 miles) or 1 mile fun run / walk
RACE REGISTRATION
Includes race entry, t-shirt, chip timed results (5K only), and Participation Medal!
T-shirts are guaranteed to all pre registered participants *except for Kids Dash Participants*. Shirts are subject to availability for race day registrants.
Race Fees
Kids Dash is Free of Charge, However, it does not include a t-shirt or a medal. It will follow the same route as the 1 mile race.
Pre Registration - $40.00
Race Day Registration - $45
All mailed entries must be received by Wednesday, June 24, 2026; Make Checks payable to Hermes Sports and Events and mail entries to:
Hermes Sports and Events
2425 W.11th Street, Suite 2
Cleveland, Ohio 44113
AWARDS
Top male and female overall and then male and female 9 & Under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & over
DOGS AND STROLLERS
Dogs and strollers are allowed at this race, but we ask that you start in the back of the pack as to not get in the way during the start. Dogs should be kept on a short leash and please make sure to be respectful and clean up any messes. Please be mindful of your surroundings at the start line and along the course, and please be respectful of your fellow runners!
REFUNDS AND TRANSFERS
Sorry, but all entries are non-refundable. Once we've received and processed your entry, you will not receive a refund, you may not give or sell your race number to another person, and entry fees are not transferable to the next year's race or any other race.
For more information, contact Hermes Sports & Events at (216) 623-9933
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
81°
Typical Low
60°
Chance of Rain
36%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Chippewa Lake, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
26,040
as of 2023
Elevation
1,020 ft
Nearest Airport
CLE
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport · 19 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
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Cardinal Crew 5K and 1 Mile Glow Run, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
19
Days to train
Coming Up
Sophia's Smile 5k & 1 Mile Walk
Less than a mile away
Collin Cares Glow with the Flow Twilight Run 5K / Walk and Kids Run / Walk
Less than a mile away
Arthur E. Schumacher Memorial 5K Race
8 miles away
T-Strong Summer Dash and 1-Mile Fun Run
Less than a mile away
From Endurance Grid
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Cardinal Crew 5K and 1 Mile Glow Run
Jun 27, 2026