Race for A Blessing
- Date
- August 22, 2026
- Distance
- 5k Run/Walk · 1 Mile Walk
From the Organizer
St. Joseph Parish is excited to host our fourth annual 5k! We are again raising money for our community neighbor, the Blessing House in Lorain. Blessing House serves as a safety net for families in crisis by providing a safe shelter for children and support for their family. Our goal is to make a donation to help support their mission and ministry, which is so important to our Lorain County community. Strollers and pets are welcome.
Location: St Joseph Parish School 32946 Electric Blvd, Avon Lake, OH 44012
Kid's 18 and under can register for just $25! Discount automatically applied at checkout!
Event Timeline:
- 7:00 AM - Race Day Packet Pickup and Registration
- 8:00 AM - 5k Starts
- 9:30 AM - Awards and prizes
Award Categories: Top 3 Overall Male/Female; Top 1 Age Groups 19 & Under, 20 – 29, 30 – 39, 40 – 49, 50 – 59, 60 - 69, 70 & Over
Any questions? Send an email in robin.moore.kane@gmail.com
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
83°
Typical Low
62°
Chance of Rain
29%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Elyria 3 E, 9 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Avon Lake, OH
Population
25,456
as of 2023
Elevation
611 ft
Nearest Airport
CLE
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport · 10 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Race for A Blessing?
- Race for A Blessing is a running race held in Avon Lake, Ohio on August 22, 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 Race for A Blessing?
- Saturday, August 22, 2026 in Avon Lake, Ohio at 32946 Electric Blvd, Avon Lake, OH. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Race for A Blessing?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Race for A Blessing
Aug 22, 2026