Big Footer 5K

MAR
29
2026
The Big Footer 5K in Mentor features a paved course near the Great Lakes Mall. Participants get a t-shirt, race packet, and a pancake breakfast, with prizes for fun contests. The event supports Special Olympics Lake County.
Sun 29 Mar 2026
3 miles

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Event Overview

The Big Footer 5K and Walk takes place in Mentor, Ohio. It is a 5K (3.1-mile) event on a paved course that runs through the Lake County Board of DD/Deepwood Campus, near the Great Lakes Mall. The route includes one hill.

Registration Details

The standard registration fee is $25. Free registration is offered to two groups: persons over the age of 70 and those in the military. Runners and walkers who dress up like Big Foot also receive a free race entry. Entry for these groups requires ID. Bicycles and rollerblades are not permitted on the course.

Event Features

Participants receive an original Big Footer t-shirt, a race packet, and a pancake breakfast. Prizes are awarded for race day contests, such as spotting the most Big Foots or receiving a flag from Big Foot himself. Race results are divided into male and female categories, with further division by age group.

Packet Pick-Up

Race packets can be picked up at three locations and times:

  • Friday from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Second Sole Mentor on 8791 Mentor Avenue.
  • Saturday from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Lake County DD Foley Fieldhouse on 8121 Deepwood Boulevard.
  • Race morning starting at 7:30 AM at 8121 Deepwood Boulevard.

Charitable Purpose

The event helps support and raise awareness for Special Olympics Lake County. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

3 mi