Spring Running Series
Registration Open
When is Spring Running Series?
Spring Running Series takes place on Thursday, May 7, 2026 in Brecksville, OH.
What distances does Spring Running Series offer?
Spring Running Series offers 4 events: Spring Running Series, Spring Running Series #1, Spring Running Series #2, Spring Running Series #3.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
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| Spring Running Series | 5.0 mi | $100.00 | Register |
| Spring Running Series #1 | 5.0 mi | $35.00 | Register |
| Spring Running Series #2 | 5.0 mi | $35.00 | Register |
| Spring Running Series #3 | 5.0 mi | $35.00 | Register |
How much does Spring Running Series cost?
Registration for Spring Running Series starts at $100.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is Spring Running Series held?
Spring Running Series is held in Brecksville, OH at Oak Grove Picnic Area, Brecksville Reservation.
About Spring Running Series
Explore the Best of Brecksville Reservation – a different 5 mile course each week – at the Spring Running Series on Thursday evenings May 7th, 14th, and 21st! Offering a diverse and challenging terrain for runners and hikers at all levels, the series fits easily into many spring training plans – though the trails are so peaceful and scenic that you will forget that you are training! You will be scored weekly, with final results tallied for series awards after the final race.
NEW THIS YEAR
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Now on Thursdays: An easier night to get out, closer to the weekend!
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Age-Based Offset Start: Different age groups start at different times, giving everyone a fair shot at the finish line. This rewards true performance, not just youth. Older runners now have a real chance to win overall! Each age group has a specifict offset – we'll post exact start times before race day. Get ready for exciting, unpredictable, head-to-head finishes this season!
2026 SPRING RUNNING SERIES
A unique 5-mile course each week at Brecksville Reservation:
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Thursday, May 7th, 6:45 P.M. – Oak Grove Picnic Area
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Thursday, May 14th, 6:45 P.M. – Oak Grove Picnic Area
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Thursday, May 21st, 6:45 P.M. – Meadows Picnic Area
Participant Guide
Coming Soon
Location
Brecksville Reservation
Brecksville, OH 44141
Series Swag
Series participants receive a finisher medal and more... TBD!
Course
As the sounds of spring peepers and songbirds fill the air, you'll explore the best trails at Brecksville reservation. Be sure to watch for salamanders along the way. Covering 5 miles of trails each week, you will watch the progress of the trees and flowers in bloom as well as your own progress – as you challenge yourself to get faster with each race. Click here to view the Spring Running Series course maps.
Awards
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Top 3 Overall Male and Female
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Top 3 Male and Female in the following 5-year age groups:
14 & Under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, and 70 & Over
Series Scoring
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You will earn points by your placement by gender. Overall scoring will be ranked with 1st place earning 50 points, 2nd place earns 49 points... (minimum of one point earned per race). Age group scoring will be ranked with 1st place earning 10 points, 2nd place earns 9 points... (minimum of one point earned per race).
Donations
Donations benefit the Trails Division of Cleveland Metroparks.
Race Day Details
- PARTICIPANT GUIDE coming soon!
More Information
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Visit our website to learn more about Western Reserve Racing and to view our race calendar
Swag & Giveaways
Spring Running Series: Giveaway
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