2026 Run the Galaxy 5K
About the Event
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!
For more info
Join fellow runners on July 18, 2026 for the 2026 Run the Galaxy 5K. It's a fantastic 5K, 1.6K featuring a flat and fast course in Kent.
Races Offered
Running
5K
Kids Fun Run/Walk
About Kent
2026 Run the Galaxy 5K takes place in Kent, Ohio, United States. The local timezone is America/New_York.
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