
RHEMA YES 5K is a running race on September 26, 2026 in Lakewood, OH, with an entry fee of $30.
From the Organizer
The Mission of R.H.E.M.A. Y.E.S., Inc., (Reaching Hearts Every Moment Available, Yes to Excellence in Service) is to help individuals reach their fullest potential. Among the several programs offered by this non-profit, is the Rhema Scholars Program. Through this program students are tracked from their Senior Year in High School through undergraduate and graduate school. Students are provided services that include, mentoring, book scholarships, financial literacy, and career coaching.
Start Time
Registration/Packet Pick Up - 8:00am
5K Run/Walk - 9:00am
Distance
5K Run/Walk
Timing
5K Run - Chip Timed
5K Walk - Unchipped Timed
Registration
Pre-Registration: $30
Race Day Registration: $35
All mailed entries must be received by Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Make checks payable to Hermes Sports & Events and mail entries to:
Hermes Sports & Events
2425 West 11th St. Suite #2
Cleveland, Ohio 44113
Participants Receive
A short-sleeved t-shirt, and post-race refreshments
Awards
Top 3 Overall Male and Female
More Information
For more information, contact Hermes Sports & Events at (216) 623-9933
*Sorry, dogs are not allowed at this race.
Events
Weather
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
72°
Typical Low
54°
Chance of Rain
35%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Cleveland, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
50,229
as of 2023
City Elevation
682 ft
Nearest Airport
CLE
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport · 6 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
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RHEMA YES 5K
Sep 26, 2026