Celebrate America’s Birthday along the Maumee River with runners, walkers, families, veterans, and community members from across Northwest Ohio.
TOLEDO’S FOURTH OF JULY TRADITION
Before the fireworks light up the sky. Before the parades roll through town. Before family gatherings and backyard cookouts begin. 750+ Northwest Ohio residents come together along the Maumee River for one shared tradition.
Toledo Flags River Run is more than a finish line. It is a celebration of the people, places, and freedoms that make Northwest Ohio home. Whether this is your first River Run or your twenty-fifth, we invite you to join thousands of others in continuing a tradition that grows stronger with every passing year.
Because the best way to celebrate America is together.
START AND FINISH AT OSTRICH TOWNE
New for River Run, Ostrich Towne serves as race headquarters and celebration central. Located in Toledo’s historic Vistula neighborhood, Ostrich Towne combines local businesses, walkable streets, and riverfront access to create an atmosphere that feels more like a festival than a race.
It’s the perfect place to celebrate your finish before enjoying the rest of your Fourth of July.
MAKE A MORNING OF IT
Restaurants, coffee shops, breweries, and more are just steps away.
EXPERIENCE THE RIVERFRONT
Scenic views of the Maumee River, skyline, and Toledo’s growing riverfront.
CROSS HISTORIC BRIDGES
Run across the Cherry Street and Craig Street Bridges with unforgettable views.
A DAY OF CELEBRATION
Kick off your holiday morning and enjoy parades, events, and fireworks all day long.
AMERICA 250 CELEBRATION
2026 marks America’s 250th birthday, and River Run is part of the nationwide celebration. Special commemorative shirts, medals, and race day experiences will honor this historic milestone. Be part of a once-in-a-generation Fourth of July celebration in Downtown Toledo.
PLACE IN THE TOP FINISHERS AND GET REWARDED
Finishing this race also comes with it’s perks. From FREE shoes to actual cold hard cash, finishing this race as a top finisher let’s you show off how good you are in actual dollars.
Overall Top 3 Male & Female – $500, $300, $150
Overall Master Male & Female Overall – $135
Grand Master Male & Female – $135
Age group winners – Free Shoe Certificate
STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?
Our team is happy to help.
Contact Run Toledo for assistance with registration, race-day logistics, team participation, volunteering, sponsorships, or general event information.
