Juneteenth 2.5 Mile Run
- Date
- June 19, 2026
- Location
- Glass City Metropark, Toledo, OH
- Distance
- Juneteenth 2.5 Mile run · Free Kids 1K run
From the Organizer
Come join us to Celebrate Juneteenth with a fun 2.5 Mile run. Bring the kids for a free 1K run as well.
The kids 1K starts at 5:30 pm. The 2.5 mile starts at 6:19 pm
New location this year: Glass City Metropark
Cost: 2.5 mile - $12, TRRC members get a $2.00 discount taken at checkout.
Kids - 1K free!
Optional shirt can be added for $15 each.
Early Packet pick up: day, Thursday, June 18th, 2026 from 4pm - 6pm at Second Sole in Perrysburg.
Race day packet pick up starts at 4:40 pm at Glass City Metropark,..
Join us for an opportunity to celebrate Juneteenth with 2.5-mile run/ walk and Kids 1K. The event takes place amidst multiple family friendly Juneteenth activities throughout the day. Juneteenth has been celebrated since June 19, 1865, when federal troops were sent to Galveston, Texas to deliver Order No. 3 (the news of the 1863 Emancipation Proclamation) to the enslaved people of Texas, 2 ½ years after its signing.
Juneteenth became a Federally recognized holiday in 2021, thanks largely due to the efforts of a retired teacher, principal, and grandmother who walked 2.5 miles through multiple cities until she arrived in Washington DC. Texas native, Opal Lee was in her late 80’s when she began her 2.5 walking campaign. Opal Lee is known as the lady in tennis shoes and as the grandmother of Juneteenth.
Children and families of all abilities are welcome and encouraged.
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
35%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Toledo Metcalf Fld, 8 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Toledo, OH
Population
268,461
as of 2023
Elevation
594 ft
Nearest Airport
TOL
Eugene F. Kranz Toledo Express Airport · 16 mi
Major Hub
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport · 38 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
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- What is the Juneteenth 2.5 Mile Run?
- Juneteenth 2.5 Mile Run is a running race held in Toledo, Ohio on June 19, 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 Juneteenth 2.5 Mile Run?
- Friday, June 19, 2026 in Toledo, Ohio at Glass City Metropark, Toledo, OH. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Juneteenth 2.5 Mile Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Juneteenth 2.5 Mile Run
Jun 19, 2026