Race for Glory 5K Fun Run & 1-Mile Walk
- Date
- August 29, 2026
- Location
- 6335 Wedgewood Road, Medina, OH
- Distance
- 5K Run · 1-Mile Walk
From the Organizer
Please join us for the Race for Glory 5K Fun Run & 1-Mile Walk taking place on Saturday, August 29th, 2026, at Buckeye Woods Park.
The event is presented by Thomas Schmidt (race director) as well as race board members from The Society; Medina County Special Olympics, Ohio; Integrated Community Solutions and the Knights of Columbus Council #4168.
Participants can register online at this website OR mail-in the paper registration form which is also included in the tab on this website.
Race Day Packet Pick-Up and Registration begins at 8:00am.
The 5K begins at 9:00am. The 1-Mile Walk begins immediately following the 5K start.
Both races are professionally chip-timed by GCXC Racing - Youngstown.
Awards presented to the top 5K male and female runners overall and the top three 5K male and female runners in the following age categories:
(14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Up).
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
57°
Chance of Rain
30%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Chippewa Lake, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Medina, OH
Population
26,040
as of 2023
Elevation
1,020 ft
Nearest Airport
CLE
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport · 19 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
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Waiting For?
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Days to train
- Race
- Race for Glory 5K Fun Run & 1-Mile Walk
- Date
- August 29, 2026
- Location
- 6335 Wedgewood Road, Medina, OH
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Race for Glory 5K Fun Run & 1-Mile Walk?
- Race for Glory 5K Fun Run & 1-Mile Walk is a running race held in Medina, Ohio on August 29, 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 Glory 5K Fun Run & 1-Mile Walk?
- Saturday, August 29, 2026 in Medina, Ohio at 6335 Wedgewood Road, Medina, OH. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Race for Glory 5K Fun Run & 1-Mile Walk?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Race for Glory 5K Fun Run & 1-Mile Walk
Aug 29, 2026