Struthers School Foundation 5K
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Event Overview
This event takes place on July 4, 2026, in Struthers, Ohio. It features a 5K race and a kids fun run, organized to support the Struthers School Foundation.
Distances and Events
- 4th of July Parade 5K: A 3.1-mile run or walk that mostly follows the local 4th of July parade route.
- Kristy Taaffe Kids Fun Run: A half-mile run for children ages 4 and above.
Course and Logistics
The 5K race starts at the corner of 5th Street and Rita Dr., in the Pizza Joe's parking lot. The kids fun run starts at the same location. The 5K course is chip-timed by GCXC Racing - Youngstown. Race day registration and packet pickup begins at 9:00 AM.
Registration and Fees
The 5K registration fee is $25.00, with race day registration also costing $25.00. Registration for the kids fun run is $15.00. Enrolled Struthers City School students can register for free at the Struthers Board of Education office before June 30, 2026; online registration will incur the standard fee for students. A race shirt is guaranteed for participants who register before July 1, 2026.
Event Details
The 5K starts 60 minutes before the 47th Struthers 4th of July Parade. The kids fun run starts after the 5K and before the parade. Participants are invited to stay and watch the parade after the races. The Struthers School Foundation is a non-profit organization that funds supplemental educational materials and programs for the school district. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
