Join Project NICU for our Wishing Flower Walk & 5K! Sunday, August 23, 2026 Start Time Registration/Packet Pick Up - 7:00am 5K Run/Walk- 8:15am 1 Mile Run/Walk- 9:00am All kids 12 and under are invited to participate in the Dandelion Dash taking place at 8:45am prior to the start of the 1 mile 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. Distances 5K Run/Walk 1 Mile Run/Walk Timing 5K - Chip Timed 1 Mile - not timed Registration Pre-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, 2026 Make checks payable to Hermes Sports & Events and mail entries to: Hermes Sports & Events 2425 West 11th St. Suite #2 Cleveland, Ohio 44113 Participants Receive A 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 - $20 All 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. More Information For more information, contact Hermes Sports & Events at (216) 623-9933 or at roadracing@hermescleveland.com
1 Miles: T-Shirt
3.1 Miles: T-Shirt
| Distance | Price | Opens | Closes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Miles | $35.00 | May 1 | Aug 20 |
| $40.00 | Aug 21 | Aug 23 | |
| 3.1 Miles | $35.00 | May 1 | Aug 20 |
| $40.00 | Aug 21 | Aug 23 | |
| Supporter | $20.00 | May 1 | Aug 23 |
Packet Pick Up will be: Thursday August 21 4-6pm Friday August 22 10am-1pm 700 Ken Mar Industrial Parkway #730 Broadview Heights, Ohio 44147 Race Day 7-9am at the Zoo
| Year | Finishers | Median Time | Fastest Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 102 | 34:14 | 21:24 |
| 2024 | 162 | 39:14 | 18:31 |
| 2023 | 88 | 34:29 | 19:40 |
| 2022 | 94 | 38:08 | 19:22 |
Interested in this race?
Registration/Packet Pick Up - 7:00am 5K Run/Walk- 8:15am 1 Mile Run/Walk- 9:00am All kids 12 and under are invited to participate in the Dandelion Dash taking place at 8:45am prior to the start of the 5K and 1 mile walk After the race, be sure to head to the Pavala Hut for the Project NICU Reunion, Team & Top Finisher Awards, and Prizes! You'll have the chance to meet with other NICU families and medical professionals from over 5 local Cleveland NICUs! *Sorry, dogs will not be allowed at
Pre-Registration Through Thursday, August 21 at midnight (Race fees allow for admission to the Zoo all day!) 5k - $30 1 mile not timed - $30 Virtual - $30 *All registrants 12 and under will automatically be registered to participate in the Dandelion Dash* Race Day Registration Friday, August 22 through Race Day 5k - $35.00 1 mile not timed - $35.00 Virtual - $35.00