Shane's Crossing 5k Run/Walk
Sat, Jul 11, 2026, 8:30 AM EDT
- Location
- Rockford, OH
- 705 W. Front St, 45882
- Featured distance
- 5K
- Type
- RUN
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At a glance
Join the Shane's Crossing 5K, a welcoming run/walk that's also a stop on the Mercer Health 5k Challenge, complete with awards.
- Fun
- Competitive
Fun
CompetitiveGreat for: casual, fun-first runners, runners who like a competitive edge
The Shane's Crossing 5k Run/Walk invites you to Rockford, OH for a community-focused event. Starting and ending at Shane's Park, this 5K offers a welcoming atmosphere for all ages. Younger runners can enjoy a free 1/2 Mile Fun Run, and those 14 and under participate in the 5K for free. It's also a key part of the Mercer Health 5k Challenge, a series of seven events, providing an opportunity for competitive runners to vie for overall and age group awards.
What to expect
- A friendly 5K run or walk experience starting and ending at Shane's Park.
- A free 1/2 Mile Fun Run for kids, with free entry for participants 14 and under in the 5K.
- Awards for top overall finishers and age group winners, as part of the Mercer Health 5k Challenge.
Standout details
- Free 1/2 Mile Fun Run
- Free 5K entry for ages 14 & under
- Part of Mercer Health 5k Challenge
- Awards for overall and age groups
Perks & features
- Free
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Vibe Check
Easygoing
EasygoingDistance only — terrain and weather data unavailable.
The course
- Timed race
From the organizer
Shane's Crossing 5k Run/Walk
LOCATION
Starts and ends at Shane’s Park, 705 W. Front Street, Rockford, OH.
1/2 Mile Fun Run Begins at 8:00am (Free Fun Run Registration Onsite Race Morning)
5k Race Begins at 8:30am
ENTRY FEES
Pre-Registration is $15.00
Race-Day Registration is $20.00
14 & Under are free for 2026!
Awards
Awards to the top three overall, and each age group, male and female: 10 & Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+ (Male & Female)
INFORMATION For more information contact Ann Vian: email viana@parkwayschools.org or call 419-953-5001
Be a Part of the Mercer Health 5k Challenge
The Challenge will be made up of 7 events. Online registrations will be available for all races, with the opportunity to save money by preregistering for all 7 events The Challenge season will end begin with the Zuma 5k on June 20th and end at the Buzzard's Glory 5K on August 1st Challenge shirts and awards will be available at the Buzzards Glory 5k on August 1st Use the "Bundle" Option at registration to sign up for all 7 races at a discounted price! 2026 Mercer Health 5K Challenge Schedule
Zuma – June 20th Country Fest - June 27th Redskin Classic – July 5th Shane’s Crossing – July 11th St. Clair – July 18th Lake Festival – July 25th Buzzard’s Glory 5k– August 1st
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