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The Cut Carbon Run

The Cut Carbon Run is a running race on August 1, 2026 in Shaker Heights, OH, with an entry fee of $30.

Date
August 1, 2026 (9 days to go)
Price
$30
Sport
Running
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From the Organizer

Brought to you by Students Cutting Carbon Emissions, a 501c3 organization. Learn more HERE

Both the 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run will begin at Chesterton Athletic Field at 10:00am. Pre-registered participants will receive a short-sleeved race t-shirt; there will also be a limited quantity of t-shirts available for those who register day-of. All 5K runners (or walkers!) will receive a race bib with a chip to keep track of their times, and the top 5 finishers will receive prizes!

Saturday, August 1 @ 10 am
Chesterton Athletic Field
N Park Blvd, Shaker Heights, OH 44122

Registration:
- Thru May 31st - $25
- June 1st- July 31st - $30
- Race Morning - $35
- Team Pricing - $25 per Runner 

Race Details:
Race starts and ends at Chesterton Athletic Field, which is the field at the corner of N Park Blvd, Shelburne Rd, and Chesterton Rd in Shaker Heights, OH. Those who pre-registers will receive a short sleeve race t-shirt. A limited amount of race t-shirts will be available for those who register on the day of the race.

Teams:
Gather your friends and family and run together as a team! Running as a group has benefits including a discounted rate as well as a team costume contest where the best outfit will be taking home a prize!

Awards:
Awards will be given to the Top 5 Overall Runners. 

The Cause:
This race is only the beginning of SCCE's journey. The proceeds from the event will be invested into Calvert Impact's Cut Carbon Note, an investment project focusing on sustainability in commercial buildings, a large source of carbon emissions worldwide. More information can be found here https://calvertimpact.org/investing/cut-carbon-note. Help us support our earth by registering for the Cut Carbon Run! Additional donations are greatly appreciated, even $15 can make a great difference!

The Organization:
SCCE (Students Cutting Carbon Emissions) is a non-profit organization founded and run by students around Greater Cleveland with goals to raise money and make impactful investments, inspire fellow young people, and connect their communities over a shared sustainable future. You can find more information about the team and their work on the website http://studentscuttingcarbon.org/ , or look them up on Instagram @scce.team

Parking:
Street parking will be available on Sherbrook Rd, Courtland Blvd, the other side of N Park Blvd, and Shelburne Rd if needed.

More Information:
For more information, please contact Hermes Sport and Events: 216-623-9933

*Dogs are allowed at this race but we ask that you line up in the back and have a short leash. 

Events

5K$30
1 Mile Fun Run$30

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

81°

Typical Low

68°

Chance of Rain

32%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Cleveland Burke Ap, 8 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:21 AMSunset 8:43 PMDaylight 14h 22m

Host City

About Shaker Heights, OH

Nearest Airport

CLE

Cleveland Hopkins International Airport · 17 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

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The Cut Carbon Run
Date
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is The Cut Carbon Run?+
The Cut Carbon Run is a running race held in Shaker Heights, Ohio on August 1, 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 Cut Carbon Run?+
Saturday, August 1, 2026 in Shaker Heights, Ohio at Chesterton Athletic Field. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for The Cut Carbon Run?+
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

The Cut Carbon Run

Aug 1, 2026

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