St. Malachi Church Run/Walk: FAQs

FAQs - General Questions

When do the races begin?

Where does the race begin?

The race will start and finish on the Veteran's Memorial bridge which is adjacent to the Church.

What distances are available?

There are two separate races that go off an hour apart. The first race is a 2 mile race followed by a 5 mile race. Runners can also select the Combo category and run both races. Combo participants get the same swag as other participants, shirt, medal and beer, plus a custom combo bib and a medal ribbon slider to commemorate their additional accomplishment. Both the 2 mile and the 5 mile events are timed.

Are there age restrictions at this event?

No, all ages are invited to participate. Children in strollers may participate for free; all other children must be individually registered.

How is this race timed?

Both races will be MyLaps BibTag chip timed. This method provides a disposable timing chip on the back of your race bib. There is no need to return your bib or chip after the race.

Where can I see my results?

A link to the results on RTRT will be added to the race website's home page approximately one week before the event. Details will also be included with the pre-race email and QR codes pointing to the results will be posted at various locations on race day. Race results and photographs will be available through RTRT. At that link participants can download and print a finisher certificate that is pre-populated with their name and time. Race results will not be on the SMCR website.

Are there pacing restrictions or a course cutoff time?

There are no course restrictions or cutoff times. All participants are welcome to take either course at their own pace (running, walking, or a combination). Please note that participants walking at a considerably slower pace than the majority bulk of participants may be asked to move to the sidewalks at police discretion to allow city streets to reopen.

How do I register for this event?

Sign Up Join us March 15!

How much does it cost to participate?

Is it safe to register online with a credit card?

Yes. We use RunSignup's registration system for online registration, which provides safe and secure payment processing. Your payment information will be protected by RunSignup. Transactions will be secure and safe and meet all PCI Compliance regulations. We will never sell or share your information with any third party.

Is there a processing fee for registering online?

Yes, RunSignup registration includes a small credit card processing fee. This fee goes directly to RunSignup and allows them to continue providing top-quality online registration services, race results, and finishers certificates. The processing fee also allows RunSignup to stay secure and safe for transactions and meet all PCI Compliance regulations.

Why do I have to pay sales tax?

The tax is levied by the event on behalf of the respective governments, the event will not get any additional amount, it is taken by the event- from the seller's point of view nothing has changed, the buyer pays the tax and the event takes it to pay to the government.

Can I register my whole family/group at once?

Yes. When registering online, you are able to add additional registrations to your cart before checking out.

I did not receive a confirmation email, how do I know I am registered?

You can check your RunSignup account for ALL your currently registered races by signing in on the RunSignup website.

What do I get with my registration?

In addition to being a part of one of Cleveland's oldest and greatest running traditions, all registered participants will receive an event shirt, MyLaps BibTag chip timing, on-course entertainment, entry to the post-race after party at McCarthy's, and the first beer is on us. In addition to all of the above, all participants receive a finisher medal.

Do the shirts run true to size?

All manufacturer's shirts run differently. We recommend that you check out the sizing chart that is in the registration page where you select your shirt size.