Run the Galaxy 5K

Saturday,  July 18th at 6PM.

This years event will replace the annual Run That Shall Not Be Named 5 3/4 K Fun Run.

The 5K will be hosted by Kent Parks and Recreation at 6:00pm at Fred Fuller Park  and take runners on a loop though the Galaxy. Course will be mostly on the bike trail along the river.  Registration is $30 from 3-10 through 6-14; $35 from 6-15 through 6-30; $40 from 7-1 through 7-18. All participants will receive a commemorative bib, t-shirt, and medal.  Awards will be given to top finishers.

Packet Pick up will be on Saturday (Race Day) from 5pm-6pm at Fred Fuller Park 601 Middlebury Rd, Kent, OH 44240.

Late Registration will be available Day of Race from 5pm-6pm at Fred Fuller Park 601 Middlebury Rd, Kent, OH 44240.

Back for another run: the Kids' Fun Run starts at 5:45pm at Fred Fuller Park for ages 12 and under. All kids' fun run participants will receive a race bib and t-shirt. Registration is $10 from 3-10 through 6-15; $15 from 6-16 through 7-18.  Remember to sign up for your favorite house, then run for your house to win points and prizes!  

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Join fellow runners on July 18, 2026 for the Run the Galaxy 5K. It's a fantastic 5K, 1.6K featuring a flat and fast course in Kent.