North Royalton Bear Run
- Date
- November 7, 2026
- Distance
- 5k · 1 Mile Walk
From the Organizer
Welcome to the 2026 North Royalton 5k Bear Run!
Start Times
Registration/Packet Pick Up - 8:00 a.m.
1 Mile Fun Run- 9:00 a.m.
5K Run/Walk- 9:00 a.m.
Timing
5K - Timed
Registration
$20 for the 5k and 1 mile
All mailed entries must be received by Thursday, November 5, 2026
Make checks payable to Hermes Sports & Events and mail entries to:
Hermes Sports & Events
2425 West 11th St. Suite #2
Cleveland, Ohio 44113
Race Day Registration/Packet Pick Up
Registration Begins 8:00 a.m.
North Royalton High School
5k and 1 mile- $25
Participants Receive
A short-sleeved t-shirt. Below is the 2026 design:
Post race refreshments
5K Awards
5K Awards will be given to the top male and female overall and male and female winners three deep in the following age groups receive awards:
10 & Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Over
More Information
For more information, contact Hermes Sports & Events at roadracing@hermescleveland.com or the North Royalton Mayor's Office at 440-237-4300
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
39°
Chance of Rain
42%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Cleveland, 9 mi from the venue.
Host City
About North Royalton, OH
Population
31,013
as of 2023
Elevation
1,135 ft
Nearest Airport
CLE
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport · 8 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at North Royalton Bear Run, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
152
Days to train
- Race
- North Royalton Bear Run
- Date
- November 7, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the North Royalton Bear Run?
- North Royalton Bear Run is a running race held in North Royalton, Ohio on November 7, 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 North Royalton Bear Run?
- Saturday, November 7, 2026 in North Royalton, Ohio at North Royalton High School, North Royalton, OH. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the North Royalton Bear Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
North Royalton Bear Run
Nov 7, 2026