Join Project NICU for our Wishing Flower Walk & 5K! 
Sunday, August 23, 2026
 
Start TimeRegistration/Packet Pick Up - 7:00amDandelion Dash - 8:15 am
5K Run/Walk- 8:30am1 Mile Run/Walk- 9:00amAll kids 12 and under are invited to participate in the Dandelion Dash taking place at 8:15am prior to the start of the 5k run/walk
After the race, be sure to head to the Palava Hut and check out the Hope Grows Zone with activities for the kids.
*Sorry, dogs will not be allowed at this race.
 
Distances5K Run/Walk1 Mile Run/Walk
 
Timing5K - Chip Timed1 Mile - not timed
 
RegistrationPre-Registration until Friday, August 21 at midnight.
Race fees allow for admission to the Zoo all day!
All mailed entries must be received by Wednesday, August 19, 2026Make checks payable to Hermes Sports & Events and mail entries to:
Hermes Sports & Events2425 West 11th St. Suite #2Cleveland, Ohio 44113
 
Participants ReceiveA short-sleeved t-shirt, and post-race refreshments and can enjoy the Zoo all day! MUST PICK UP YOUR WRISTBAND AT REGISTRATION  BY 9AM AND ENTER THE ZOO BY 11AM
Kids participating in the Dandelion Kids Dash will receive a cape.
 
Supporter
Supporter Wristband - $20All supporters the age of 2 and over will need to purchase a $20 wristband and must collect their wristbands prior to 9:00am from the registration table and enter the zoo by 11am. After registration closes at 9:00am and you have not picked up your wristband, you must go to the box office and purchase a regularly priced ticket.
Zoo membership does not allow for entrance into the zoo during the event.  You must register as a participant or supporter for the race.
No dogs allowed please.
More Information
For more information, contact Hermes Sports & Events at (216) 623-9933 or at roadracing@hermescleveland.com