Voices for Recovery
- Date
- September 26, 2026
- Location
- Bur Oak Picnic Area, Elyria, OH
- Distance
- 5K · 1 Mile Fun Walk
From the Organizer
Saturday, September 26 @ 9:00am
Bur Oak Pavilion
6150 Ford Rd, Elyria, OH 44035
The Cause:
This event is in support of recovery from substance use disorders and in recognition of National Recovery Month. National Recovery Month is a yearly observance in September that aims to raise awareness of mental health and addiction recovery. It is important we come together to make a difference in Lorain County.
Start Time:
Registration and Packet Pickup: 8:00am
5K Run and 1 Mile Fun Walk: 9:00am
Timing System:
5K: Chip-timed
1 Mile: Untimed
Registration:
Pre-registration: $25
Race Day Registration: $30
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
Early Packet Pickup:
Psych and Psych Services (750 South Abbe Rd, Elyria OH 44035)
Friday, September 25th
3-6pm
5K Awards:
Top Male and Female Overall
Top 3 in the following age groups:
19 & Under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and Over
T-Shirts:
T-Shirts are guaranteed for runners who sign up before Saturday, September 12th. Shirts are subject to availability after September 12th.
Sponsors
If you are interested in sponsorship opportunities, please contact Darci Tellep at dtellep@psychandpsych.com
More Information
For more information, contact Hermes Sports & Events at (216) 623-9933 or at roadracing@hermescleveland.com
*Sorry, dogs are not allowed at this race.
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
73°
Typical Low
53°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Elyria 3 E, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Elyria, OH
Population
52,833
as of 2023
Elevation
707 ft
Nearest Airport
CLE
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport · 13 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
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Voices for Recovery, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
110
Days to train
- Race
- Voices for Recovery
- Date
- September 26, 2026
- Location
- Bur Oak Picnic Area, Elyria, OH
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Voices for Recovery?
- Voices for Recovery is a running race held in Elyria, Ohio on September 26, 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 Voices for Recovery?
- Saturday, September 26, 2026 in Elyria, Ohio at Bur Oak Picnic Area, Elyria, OH. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Voices for Recovery?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Voices for Recovery
Sep 26, 2026