2026 Run the Galaxy 5K
Sat, Jul 18, 2026, 6:00 PM EDT
- Location
- Kent, OH
- 497 Middlebury Rd, 44240
- Type
- RUN
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At a glance
Run a galactic 5K along the river, compete for your house, and enjoy a fun evening race for all ages in Kent, OH.
- Fun
- Scenic
- Competitive
- Quirky
Fun
Scenic
Competitive
QuirkyGreat for
- Kids & Youth
Kids & YouthJoin Kent Parks and Recreation for the 2026 Run the Galaxy 5K, taking you on a unique loop through the 'Galaxy' at Fred Fuller Park. This event, replacing the beloved 'Run That Shall Not Be Named,' invites runners of all ages to enjoy a course mostly along the river's bike trail. Sign up for your favorite house and run to earn points and prizes, adding a playful competitive twist to your race day experience. All 5K participants receive a commemorative bib, t-shirt, and medal.
What to expect
- Experience a 5K course primarily on the scenic bike trail along the river.
- Compete for your chosen 'house' to earn points and prizes.
- Kids 12 and under can join their own Fun Run, receiving a bib and t-shirt.
Standout details
- Run for your favorite house
- Kids' Fun Run for ages 12 and under
- Commemorative t-shirt and medal
- Course along the river bike trail
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Distances & registration
2 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 1 Miles
Sat, Jul 18, 5:45 PM EDT · From $11.60
Opens Mar 8, 2026, 11:44 AM EDT · Closes Jul 18, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
- 5K
Sat, Jul 18, 6:00 PM EDT · From $32.80
Opens Mar 8, 2026, 11:44 AM EDT · Closes Jul 18, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
Vibe Check
Easygoing
Easygoingwarm-day exposure
- Rolling area
- Warm season
The course
- Rolling
- Family-oriented
From the organizer
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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