Groundhog Day 5K
Groundhog Day 5K is a running race on January 31, 2027 in Painesville Township, OH, with an entry fee of $30.
- Date
- January 31, 2027 (108 days to go)
- Price
- $30
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Groundhog Day 5K has been Postponed to February 8th!
Groundhog Day 5K – February 8, 2026
Location: Lake County Fairgrounds, Painesville, OH
Start Time: 9:00 AM
Will the groundhog see its shadow? Either way, we’re celebrating with a fun, family‑friendly run at the Lake County Fairgrounds! Join us on Sunday, February 1, 2026, for the Groundhog Day 5K, a spirited race that kicks off the new year with community, laughter, and a dash of winter magic.
- Registration includes a finisher medal, and T-Shirt
- Early packet pick-up takes place at Second Sole on Saturday, January 31st from 11:00am-4:00pm.
- Race day packet pick-up will be 2/8/2026 at Lake County Fairgrounds starting at 8:00am - 8:45am
- The 5K Run/Walk will begin at 9:00am.
Events
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
37°
Typical Low
22°
Chance of Rain
46%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Painesville 4 Nw, 6 mi from the venue.
About Painesville Township, OH
Nearest Airport
CLE
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport · 39 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Waiting For?
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108
Days to train
- Race
- Groundhog Day 5K
- Date
- January 31, 2027
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Groundhog Day 5K
Jan 31, 2027