Run Rock Run!

Join Us for the 5th anniversary of the Rocky Yuko Memorial 5K Run & Walk (RUN ROCK RUN!) set for Saturday, May 9, 2026. Rocky's generosity touched countless lives - now it is our turn to honor him by being generous. Proceeds from the event will continue to help build the foundation to host this race in future years and also will enable Rocky’s family to continue his legacy of generosity as needs arise in the community!  Proceeds from all sponsorships and race entries will be donated to Cornerstones of Hope.   Race Morning

• Saturday, May 9, 2026
• Packet Pickup: 7:30 am
• Welcome Remarks: 8:45 am
• 5K/ 1 Mile Start: 9:00 am 

  Location

• The Tavern of Little Italy (12117 Mayfield Rd Cleveland, OH 44106)
• Parking is available along nearby side streets unless posted otherwise. Please arrive early to find adequate parking!

Distance

• 5K (3.1 miles) chip timed and the 1-Mile Walk (untimed)
  • This route runs along sidewalks and side streets - participants must stay on sidewalk unless otherwise noted.

What You Get

• All 5K participants receive a race shirt, finisher medal, chip timed 5K results and race bib, post-race refreshments, and access to a scenic race route along Cleveland's historic east side neighborhoods of Little Italy.
• 1-Mile participants receive a race shirt, novelty race bib and post-race refreshments!  
• A post race breakfast buffet will be available for all race entrants

  Registration Fees

• 5K Pre-Registered: $35
• 5K Race Weekend: $40
• 1-Mile Walk: $30
• Kids 12 and under: $15
• Race day registration is available online, or by cash/check. Please arrive early if registering race morning!
  • A printable entry form is available HERE 
  • Make checks payable to Hermes Sports & Events and mail entries before Wednesday, May 6, 2026.

  Sponsorship Information Interested in supporting Run Rock Run byway of sponsorship? Inquiries can be directed to event director, Bryan, at bbeigie@jcu.edu .

• Gold Sponsor $250 Name on Shirt + Logo on Website
• Platinum Sponsor $500 Name on Shirt+ Logo on Website + 2 Race entries 
• Titanium Sponsor $1000 Name on Shirt + Logo on Website+ 4 Race Entries
• Main Event Sponsor $5000 Name on Shirt + Logo on Website + 4 Race Entries +Name on Banner & Signage

Join fellow runners on May 9, 2026 for the Run Rock Run!. It's a fantastic 5K, 1.6K featuring a flat and fast course in Cleveland.