Rocket to the Moon
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Event details
The Rocket to the Moon 5k takes place on Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Wapakoneta, Ohio. The race weekend includes the following events:
- 5k Run/Walk
- Kids 1-Mile Fun Run
- Virtual 5k
Entry fees listed for the events are $30 for the 5k, $25 for the kids 1-mile, and $35 for the virtual 5k. Online registration is marked closed with only on-site registration open. Virtual result submission is available between July 3 and July 9; virtual finish times can be submitted during that window.
Location and course
The event is based at the Auglaize County Fairgrounds, 1001 Fairview Dr., Wapakoneta, OH 45895. The course starts and finishes at the fairgrounds and follows paved roads through the town. The course is described as mostly flat.
The race is part of the Moon City Challenge series. The series includes Rocket Run 5K (July 4), Run to the Moon (July 19), and Fly Me To The Moon (August 9). Only participants who register for the series are eligible to receive the additional Moon Challenge medal. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.