Little Carolina Trail Fest
- Date
- June 20, 2026
- Distance
- 5K · 5K Ruck - Includes Patch · 10K & more
From the Organizer
We're heading south—Cleveland-style—for the Little Carolina run on June 20th! While we’re not making the trip to the real Carolinas, we are bringing the southern vibes to the Cleveland Metroparks with this fun, summer evening race.
How This Event Works
🏃♂️ This event features a 5K loop!.
- During registration, participants choose which distance they want to accomplish on race day
- At the finish line, participants will receive a finisher medal and a distance button to adhere to their ribbon to commemorate the distance they accomplished
- Hiking, Rucking, Walking, Running, and any speed is allowed.
After the race, stick around for a lively afterparty featuring live bluegrass music and a beer garden to toast your miles.
- The loops and start/finish will pass amongst the festivities for an atmosphere you won't want to miss
Event Timeline
- 4:30 PM | Packet Pick-Up begins
- 5:00 PM | Shuttle service begins at Frostville Museum
- 6:00 PM | Race starts, beer garden opens, and live music kicks off
- 8:35 PM | Runners must have started the final loop
- 9:00 PM | Event concludes and sweep of the course for final runners
Course Map: Little Carolina 5K Loop on Strava
Participant Swag and Perks
- Custom finisher medal + distance pin
- Custom race shirt
- Opt out for some added savings
- Chip-timed race on one of our favorite courses with some southern charm
- Beer garden, with the first beverage on us
- Live bluegrass music
- And a summer evening race you do not want to miss. All paces from hikers to runners are welcome.
Fest Entry ticket
Join the festivities without setting a foot on the trail!
- Beer garden with the first beverage on us
- Live bluegrass music
Lace up and join us for an evening of miles, music, and good vibes!
Rain/Inclement Weather Plan: In the case of bad weather, the race will happen. We will adjust the live music as necessary, but will not be canceling unless severe weather.
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
81°
Typical Low
63°
Chance of Rain
37%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Cleveland, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Olmsted Falls, OH
Population
8,640
as of 2023
Elevation
780 ft
Nearest Airport
CLE
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport · 4 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Little Carolina Trail Fest, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
12
Days to train
- Race
- Little Carolina Trail Fest
- Date
- June 20, 2026
Coming Up
More Running races near Olmsted Falls, OH
Fat Little 5K & 1 Mile Walk
5K
Less than a mile away
Cathy Fischer Memorial Walk and Run
3 miles away
Olmsted Falls Heritage Days
Less than a mile away
Cleveland Oktoberfest 5K Bier Run
5K
3 miles away
From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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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.
Running
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)
- What is the Little Carolina Trail Fest?
- Little Carolina Trail Fest is a running race held in Olmsted Falls, Ohio on June 20, 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 Little Carolina Trail Fest?
- Saturday, June 20, 2026 in Olmsted Falls, Ohio at Lagoon Picnic Area, Rocky River Reservation Valley Pkwy, Olmsted Falls, OH. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Little Carolina Trail Fest?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Little Carolina Trail Fest
Jun 20, 2026