Outrace Epilepsy

Outrace Epilepsy!

Outrace Epilepsy! (formerly known as Race the River) is an annual community running event organized to raise epilepsy awareness and funds for free services provided by the Epilepsy Association. The 15th edition is tentatively scheduled for Sunday, August 15, 2027, at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo.

The event offers multiple race distances and a fun run:

• 1 mile fun run
• 5K
• 10K

Participants commonly form teams and collect donations in honor of people affected by epilepsy. The organizer encourages participants to wear purple, the official color of epilepsy awareness. Registration includes event swag, water on and off the course, and free admission to the zoo after the event.

Awards are presented to top finishers overall and by age and gender. The top fundraising team receives recognition and an award at the event conclusion.

The 2026 edition reported 870 participants and $54,000 raised. Several teams contributed substantial fundraising and recruitment results, including a team with 157 members that raised $6,855 and others that raised multiple thousands of dollars. Sponsorship and community support are listed among the event resources that help fund the Epilepsy Association's programs. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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