Florence Scott Libbey 419 Day 5K
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Event Overview
The Florence Scott Libbey 419 Day 5K takes place on April 18, 2026. It is a running event held at Ottawa Park in Toledo, which is the city's first and largest park.
Distances
- 5K: Walkers are welcome for this main event.
- Virtual 5K: This option allows participants to run anytime and anywhere between April 12 and April 19, 2026.
- Ryder's 419 Kids Race: A free children's race.
Course and Details
The 5K course goes through the grounds of Ottawa Park. A course map is available. The event celebrates Toledo's history and honors Florence Scott Libbey, a key figure in the city's development and co-founder of the Toledo Museum of Art. Costumes representing Mrs. or Mr. Libbey are encouraged. The event includes finisher medals, with a special design for kids created by a child named Ryder.
Registration and Logistics
Registration is available for both in-person and virtual events. Race-day packet pickup is from 8:00 AM to 8:45 AM. Post-race delicacies and hydration are provided. The event features awards for overall, masters, and grand masters categories, as well as door prizes for categories like oldest participant and best Toledo history costume.
The event is part of a larger "419 Week" celebrating Toledo's history and community, which includes various other local activities. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
