Toledo Flags River Run at Ostrich Towne

Toledo Flags River Run at Ostrich Towne

Toledo Flags River Run is a Fourth of July running event along the Maumee River in Downtown Toledo. The course covers 4 miles, beginning and ending at Ostrich Towne in the Vistula neighborhood. The route crosses the Cherry Street and Craig Street bridges and passes through International Park and the Glass City Metropark, offering riverfront and skyline views.

The event draws more than 750 participants and has over ten years of local history. Participants include runners, walkers, children, families with strollers, veterans, teams from workplaces and community groups, and spectators. The course is stroller friendly and the event is planned to proceed rain or shine.

Race day logistics include packet pickup options at a local running store in Sylvania and packet collection at Ostrich Towne on race day. Parking options include the Vistula garage at Superior and Cherry, which charges a $5 cashless fee, plus other downtown parking locations.

Finisher recognition and awards are part of the event. Prize money is listed for the overall top three finishers by gender at $500, $300, and $150. Master and grand master awards carry $135 each, and age group winners receive free shoe certificates. For 2026, special commemorative shirts, medals, and race day experiences are part of the America's 250 celebration. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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