Hero Hustle 5K
Hero Hustle 5K is a running race on November 7, 2026 in Maumee, OH, with entry fees from $5 to $25.
- Date
- November 7, 2026 (98 days to go)
- Price
- $5–$25
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Solvita and Life Connection of Ohio are proud to present the 13th annual Hero Hustle 5K Run/Walk! The mission of the Hero Hustle 5K is to strengthen support, education and recognition of organ, eye and tissue donation in northwest Ohio. 5K Run/Walk and Virtual Run registrants will receive a fleece full-zip sweatshirt for adults or a fleece 1/4-zip pullover sweatshirt for youth (while supplies last). 5K Run/Walk participants in attendance on November 7 will receive a gorgeous finisher medal (while supplies last)! Virtual participants: If supply allows, finisher medals may be available for pick up by special request after the race. The Kids' Run and K9 Hero Kit registrants will receive special giveaways (while supplies last). Follow on Facebook for pictures and details!
Packet Pickup
Pre-race day packet pickup is tentatively scheduled for the following location, dates and times: Life Connection of Ohio, 480 W. Dussel Drive, Maumee, OH 43537. Enter only on Ford Street! It will be drive though style, so follow signs.
Tuesday, November 3, 2026, from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM and from 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM.
Wednesday, November 4, 2026, from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM and from 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM.
Race-day packet pickup: Saturday, November 7, from 7:30 AM - 9 AM at Dana World Headquarters Campus in Maumee (3939 Technology Drive, Maumee, OH).
Watch the race registration page, email and/or Facebook for more details. Virtual Run participants have an option to select shipping or packet pickup when they register.
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
55°
Typical Low
37°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Toledo Express Ap, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Maumee, OH
Population
13,765
as of 2023
City Elevation
632 ft
Nearest Airport
TOL
Eugene F. Kranz Toledo Express Airport · 8 mi
Major Hub
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport · 46 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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Hero Hustle 5K
Nov 7, 2026