Minerva Strong 5K

JUL

17

2026

Join this annual Friday night glow run in Minerva to support a local scholarship fund. Participants can choose between a 5K, a 1 mile walk/run, or a kids quarter mile dash.

Fri 17 Jul 2026

Minerva, Ohio

Registration

5 kilometers

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12th Annual Minerva Strong Memorial Run

The Minerva Strong 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk is an evening athletic event held in Minerva, Ohio. This 12th annual edition is organized as a Friday Night Glow Run, taking place on July 17, 2026. The event serves as a fundraiser for the Minerva Strong Memorial Scholarship Fund.

The scholarship fund was established to honor the memory of three Minerva students following an accident in November 2014. To date, the fund has awarded over $77,000 to graduating seniors. The continued operation of this scholarship depends on the donations and participation generated by this annual race.

Distances available for participants include:

5K Glow Run
1 Mile Fun Run/Walk
Kids 1/4 Mile Run

The event is located at 501 Almeda Avenue in Minerva. The program features three distinct distances to cater to different age groups and preferences, including a specific short-distance run for children. All evening activities are centered around communal participation and the support of local student scholarships. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km

1 Mile

Kids 1/4 Mile Run