
From the Organizer
The inaugural Cleveland Space Race is ready for launch 🚀
Join us on Sunday, September 20 for a one-of-a-kind 5K inside NASA Glenn - an exclusive opportunity to run through a restricted research campus that’s rarely open to the public. This unique course will take participants on a tour of the facility, bringing you closer than ever to where innovation and exploration take flight.
Held during Ohio Space Week, this race is all about celebrating curiosity, discovery, and a little fun along the way - so costumes are highly encouraged. And yes… real-life astronauts will be on site.
Registration opens June 1. Your mission includes a themed race shirt, custom finisher medal, and more to be announced.
This is a capped event and will remain open until sold out!
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
74°
Typical Low
56°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Cleveland, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
Nearest Airport
CLE
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport · 1 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Cleveland Space Race, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
Coming Up
Cathy Fischer Memorial Walk and Run
2 miles away
Olmsted Falls Heritage Days
2 miles away
BT5K Cleveland
3 miles away
Cleveland Oktoberfest 5K Bier Run
3 miles away
From Endurance Grid
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Cleveland Space Race
Sep 20, 2026