Run for Rainbow: 5k and Walk

Event Details

We are excited for you to join us for a 5k run and 1 mile walk to raise money and awareness for the University Hospitals Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital through our Foundation's Associate Board. The vision of the Associate Board is to be a highly visible and innovative volunteer organization of committed, creative and entrepreneurial young professionals who contribute to the long-term sustainability of UH Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital by generating awareness, involvement and development of leadership among the next generation.

Reminder: Register by Friday, August 1 to receive a t-shirt on race day.

Start Times

• Registration/Packet Pick Up: 7:00am
• Kids Fun Run (100 yard dash): 8:00am
• 5K Run/Walk and 1 Mile Walk: 8:30am

Distances

• 5K Run/Walk
• 1 Mile Run/Walk
• Kids Fun Run - 100 yards

Timing

• 5K - Chip Timed
• 1 Mile and Kids Fun Run - not timed

Registration & Pricing

Pre-Registration (Thru August 12):
5k - $35
1 mile not timed - $30
Kids Fun Run - $15.00

All mailed entries must be received by Wednesday, August 12, 2025. Make checks payable to Hermes Sports & Events and mail entries to: Hermes Sports & Events, 2425 West 11th St. Suite #2, Cleveland, Ohio 44113.

Race Day Registration/Packet Pick Up (Begins 7:00am, August 13 thru race day):
5k timed - $40
1 mile not timed - $35
Kids Fun Run - $20.00

Participants Receive

A short-sleeved t-shirt and post-race refreshments. Participants can enjoy the Zoo and Rainforest all day! MUST PICK UP YOUR WRISTBAND AT REGISTRATION (PRIOR TO 8:30AM) AND ENTER THE ZOO BY 11AM.

Supporters

Supporter Wristband - $12 (cash or check). All supporters age 2 and over need to purchase a $12 wristband. Must collect wristbands prior to 8:30am from the registration table and enter the zoo by 11am.

Awards

5K Awards will be given to the top 3 men and top 3 women overall.

More Information

For more information, contact Hermes Sports & Events at (216) 623-9933 or at [email protected].

Event Location

Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
3900 Wildlife Way
Cleveland, OH 44109