About This Race

Embrace the Pace is an inclusive race in Independence, Ohio, hosted by Connecting for Kids with partners and sponsors. It includes a chip-timed 5K, a One-Mile Run/Walk/Roll, and Kids' Races that welcome participants of all ages and abilities, including those who use mobility aids. Registrations support the City of Independence's adapted playground equipment and Connecting for Kids' free family programs.

Course & Race Day Details

T-Shirt
Race Swag
5K Run/Walk (chip-timed), One-Mile Run/Walk/Roll (non-chipped), Kids' Race (with shirt): T-Shirt

Awards

Top Male/Female prizes for the 5K; choice of Fat Head's growler with $20 gift card or commemorative fidget trophy

Charity Beneficiary

Connecting for Kids and City of Independence adapted playground equipment

Race Weekend Logistics

Packet Pickup

Packet pickup at the Kiwanis Pavilion, Liberty Playground, 6363 Selig Blvd, Independence. Early pickup Fri Aug 21 4-7 p.m.; race day Sat Aug 22 from 7:30 a.m.

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5K Run/Walk (chip-timed) 5K
Includes shirt, finisher medal, draw-string bag and chipped bib
$35.00
Increases Aug 21
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One-Mile Run/Walk/Roll (non-chipped)
Includes shirt, finisher medal, draw-string bag and non-chip bib
$35.00
Increases Aug 21
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Kids' Race (with shirt)
Includes shirt, finisher medal and non-chip bib
$15.00
Increases Aug 21
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Kids' Race (no shirt)
Includes finisher medal and non-chip bib
$5.00
Increases Aug 21
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