Juneteenth 2.5 Mile Run
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Juneteenth 2.5 Mile Run
The event takes place at Glass City Metropark in Toledo, Ohio. It includes a community 2.5 mile run and a separate free kids 1K run. The event is scheduled for June 19, 2026 and is part of a day of family friendly Juneteenth activities.
Registration for the 2.5 mile event carries a fee of $12.00; members of the local running club receive a $2.00 discount applied at checkout. The kids 1K is free. An optional event shirt is available for $15 each.
There are two packet pickup opportunities. Early packet pickup is on Thursday, June 18, 2026 from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm at Second Sole in Perrysburg. Race day packet pickup will be available at Glass City Metropark.
The event description notes Juneteenth as a commemoration of June 19, 1865, when federal troops brought news of the 1863 Emancipation Proclamation to people in Texas. It also mentions that Juneteenth became a federally recognized holiday in 2021 and that the 2.5 mile distance is linked to a campaign by a retired teacher, principal, and grandmother who walked that distance through multiple cities.
Children and families of all abilities are welcome and encouraged to attend. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
