Run Rock Run!

About the Event

Join Us for the 6th annual Run Rock Run! set for Saturday, May 8, 2027

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 8, 2027
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 5, 2027.

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

Races Offered

1-Mile Walk

May 08, 2027

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Distance — 1 Miles

terrain

Type — Running

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09:00

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$30.00

5K Run

May 08, 2027

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Distance — 3.1 Miles

terrain

Type — Running

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09:00

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$35.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in Cleveland.

thermostat Temperature

11.5° / 17.4°

wb_sunny Feels like

8.2° / 15.9°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

10h 52m

water_drop Avg rainfall

3.4 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

14.9 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

High (6.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

77.7%

wb_twilight Sunrise

06:06

nightlight Sunset

20:39

About Cleveland

Learn more about the host city, Cleveland.

Cleveland is a culturally diverse city on the shores of Lake Erie, one of the Great Lakes, in Cuyahoga County, Ohio, USA. Recreational, cultural and educational opportunities are abundant throughout Northeast Ohio. You'll find world-class museums, cultural events, professional sports, and amusement parks. Places Rated Almanac ranks the area second in recreational options out of 354 US metro areas. This region ranks fifth in the nation in number of major cultural resources per one million residents.