Run for Recovery

We hope you will join us this year at our annual Run for Recovery, where we will also celebrate Recovery Resources’ 70th-year platinum anniversary! At the Run, runners, and walkers of all ages come together to support, celebrate, remember, and raise funds in support of our mission: “Helping people triumph over mental illness, alcoholism, drug, and other addictions.” Schedule7:00am - Open Registration and Packet Pickup Begins7:15am - Zoo Gate Opens, Community Tables Open, 8:15am - Opening Ceremonies @ Palava Hut8:25am - Kids' Fun Run8:30am - 5K 8:45am - Registration Closes8:50am - One Mile Wellness Walk9:45am - Medal Ceremony @ Palava Hut*registration fees include wristband for admission into the Zoo all day! Start Time Registration/Packet Pick Up - 7:00am5K Run/Walk- 8:30amOne Mile Wellness Walk- 8:50am Distances5K Run/WalkOne Mile Wellness Walk Timing5K - Chip TimedOne Mile Wellness Walk - Not Timed Virtual Runners - Submit Your Results HERE RegistrationPre-Registration until Thursday, August 7 at midnight. 5k - $35 (race day: $40)1 mile not timed - $20 (race day: $25)Kid's Fun Run - $20 (race day: $25)Supporter - $15 (race day: $20, no shirt)Virtual Participant - $35Registration after Saturday, August 2nd or on race day: T-shirts are not guaranteed and sizes are subject to availability! *Registration fees include wristband for admission into the Zoo all day!*Per Zoo policy, free entry for children under the age of two. All mailed entries must be received by Wednesday, August 6, 2025Make checks payable to Hermes Sports & Events and mail entries to: Hermes Sports & Events2425 West 11th St. Suite #2Cleveland, Ohio 44113 *Sorry, dogs are not allowed at this race. 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 AND ENTER THE ZOO BY 10AM! Awards1ST PLACE RUN MEDALS FOR FEMALE & MALE IN THE FOLLOWING AGE BRACKETS:-Under 10-10-19-20-29-30-39-40-49-50-59-60+ VolunteersVolunteer with us and help make the race great! Sign up HERE SupportersSupporters wanting to cheer on runners/walkers will need to register for the event. There is a "Supporter" option when registering. More InformationFor more information regarding the 2025 Run for Recovery, contact advancement@recres.org. For more information regarding the race, contact Hermes Sports & Events at (216) 623-9933 or at roadracing@hermescleveland.com.