Ohio Scottish Games and Celtic Festival 5k
- Date
- June 27, 2026
- Distance
- 5k Run · 1 Mile Run
From the Organizer
Event Description
The Ohio Scottish Games & Celtic Festival in Cleveland is hosting their first ever 5k Run! Come on down to the Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds to compete in an inaugural event to celebrate Celtic heritage and support the Ohio Scottish Arts School. Come for the race, stay for the festival complete with heavy athletics, Renaissance Village, and some of the best Celtic music around!
Want to get the full Scottish Games experience? Come ready to race wearing your best kilt! Although not required, awards will be given out to fastest kilt-wielding runners in both the 1 Mile and 5k runs!
Race Day: Saturday June 27th, 2026
Time: 11:00am
Location: Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds
164 Eastland Rd, Berea, OH 44017
Registration Pricing- *Price is per person*
FEES
Early Registration Pricing
5K - $35
1 Mile - $35
Race Day Rate (June 13th-June 27th)
5k - $40
1 Mile - $40
*T-Shirt is guaranteed if you register by June 13th, Shirts will be subject to availability after that date*
WHAT YOU GET
Admittance into the Scottish Games Festival, T- Shirt, Participation Medal, Potential Age Group and Overall Finisher Awards
Awards
Overall 1st place finisher Male and Female will receive a Genuine Scottish Quaich
Top 3 Finishers in the following age groups for Male and Female: 14 & under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and Over
Fastest 1 Mile and 5K Kilted Runner
*Running in Kilts is encouraged but not required for entry in this race*
MORE INFORMATION
For more information, please contact Hermes Sport and Events: 216-623-9933
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
79°
Typical Low
66°
Chance of Rain
37%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Cleveland Burke Ap, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Cleveland, OH
Population
367,523
as of 2023
Elevation
626 ft
Nearest Airport
CLE
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport · 13 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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- Race
- Ohio Scottish Games and Celtic Festival 5k
- Date
- June 27, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Ohio Scottish Games and Celtic Festival 5k?
- Ohio Scottish Games and Celtic Festival 5k is a running race held in Cleveland, Ohio on June 27, 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 Ohio Scottish Games and Celtic Festival 5k?
- Saturday, June 27, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio at 19201 Bagley Dr, Middleburg Heights, Cleveland, OH. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Ohio Scottish Games and Celtic Festival 5k?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Ohio Scottish Games and Celtic Festival 5k
Jun 27, 2026