Put-In-Bay 5k
Put-In-Bay 5k is a running race on September 19, 2026 in Put In Bay, OH, with an entry fee of $30.
- Date
- September 19, 2026 (14 days to go)
- Price
- $30
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Join us Saturday, September 19, 2026 for the most scenic 5k in Ohio! Benefiting the Mother of Sorrows Parish.
Starting in the heart of Put-In-Bay just outside the Boathouse Bar and Grill, this 5k course will guide you through the scenic and historic Island.
START TIME
Packet Pickup - 8:00 am
1 Mile - 9:30 am
5k - 9:30 am
TIMING SYSTEM
1 Mile non timed event
5K Chip Timed
REGISTRATION
Pre-Registration
5K and 1 Mile $30.00 by September 9, 2026
September 11th and after
5k and 1 Mile - $35.00
Packet Pick Up
In DeRivera Park across the street from the Boathouse Bar and Grill
Friday, September 18 5:00pm to 8:00pm
Saturday, September 19 8am to 9:15am
All mailed entries must be received by Wednesday, September 9, 2026
Make checks payable to HERMES and mail entries to:
Hermes Sports & Events
2425 West 11th St., Suite #2
Cleveland, OH 44113
Travel
Schedules to and from Put-In-Bay are online - www.Millerferry.com
Miller Ferry - Ages 12 and up receive a $3 discount on round trip tickets when purchasing at the ticket booth. Just let them know you are running in the Put-in-Bay 5k to receive the discount.
Jet Express - www.jet-express.com
REFUNDS AND TRANSFERS
Unfortunately there are no refunds – similar to a concert ticket or plane ticket, all entries are non-refundable & non-transferable to future races.
However, you can transfer your entry to another person for free before packet pickup!
How do I transfer my registration?
Log into RunSignUp and choose "Gift Transfer"
Enter the new runner's name & email 📧
Once registered for the new race, your entry is removed from the Put-In-Bay 5k
MORE INFORMATION
For more information, contact Hermes Sports & Events at 216-623-9933 or roadracing@hermescleveland.com
*Dogs and Strollers are allowed but we ask that you line up in the back and have a short leash for dogs.
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
74°
Typical Low
58°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Sandusky, 15 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Put In Bay, OH
Population
107
as of 2023
City Elevation
591 ft
Nearest Airport
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport · 47 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
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What Are You
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14
Days to train
- Race
- Put-In-Bay 5k
- Date
- September 19, 2026
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Put-In-Bay 5k
Sep 19, 2026