REGISTRATION FOR DRAGONS 5K OPENS MARCH 1

REGISTRATION FOR DRAGONS 5K OPENS MARCH 1

Early Bird Low Pricing until June 1

Dayton, Ohio – Registration opens this Wednesday, March 1, for the 13th annual Dragons 5K on Saturday, July 15, 2023, starting at 8AM at Day Air Ballpark with options to participate in-person or virtually. The event began in 2011 and has become a local tradition as one of the Miami Valley's largest races with over 2,000 runners and walkers participating annually.

The Dragons 5K will continue offering a virtual option for those that prefer that method for 2023. Participants that sign up for the virtual option can complete the race on their own time then input their time online by July 15.

All race participants (including virtual) will receive a swag bag that includes a Dragons 5K T-shirt, Dragons 5K medal, Dragons hat, and four (4) lawn tickets to a future Dragons game. If participants sign up for the race in the first 30 days, they will receive two bonus stadium seats for a game early this season.

This year, the Dragons are offering an “Early Bird” low price of only $25 dollars until May 31. The registration fee will increase after June 1 to $30 for ages 18 and up. Registration will be $20 for ages 17 and under. For the virtual race option, there is an additional charge of $10 for swag bag shipping. Virtual participants can also pick up their items from the Box Office at Day Air Ballpark starting the week after the race. Fans will be able to sign-up to reserve their spot at www.daytondragons.com/dragons5ksignup.

The Dragons 5K encourages participants of all levels. Walkers are welcome and baby strollers are permitted. For safety reasons, dogs are not allowed to participate with their owners during the race.

The top three male and female finishers will receive a specially engraved baseball bat. The top three male and female runners in each age group will be awarded a Dragons Den e-gift card. Also, top finishing groups will receive great group prizes with the grand prize being a luxury suite at a Dragons game in 2024.

The race will begin at 8 AM and participants may choose to run or walk the course. The course will move through downtown Dayton and end back at Day Air Ballpark, in the heart of the Water Street District.

There will be fruit and water provided for participants after the race. Results will be provided to fans following the completion of the race. The winners of the top overall, individual age group, and group category will receive notification from the Dragons via email by Monday, July 17. You can learn more about the Dragons 5K event at www.daytondragons.com/dragons5k.

ORTHOPEDIC ASSOCIATES RETURNING AS DRAGONS 5K SPONSOR.

Orthopedic Associates is returning as the presenting sponsor of the Dragons 5K for the sixth straight year.

“Orthopedic Associates has become synonymous with the Dragons 5K, and they’re a wonderful partner for the race year in and year out,’ said Robert Murphy, President of the Dayton Dragons. ‘Orthopedic Associates have been a trusted orthopedic provider for the Dayton Dragons team, and their impact on our organization and the Dayon community continues to grow.”

Dr. Jan Saunders, DO, FAOAO said, “We are honored to continue being the Dragons trusted Orthopedic provider, and it is a great privilege to serve the families of the Miami Valley with the very best orthopedic care. The Dragons 5k offers a great opportunity to participate in what we, as physicians, value most, and that’s staying active and enjoying life with family and friends.”

The 2023 Dragons 5K is being presented by Orthopedic Associates. As the regional leader in comprehensive orthopedic care, our passion is helping Dayton's families get back to doing what they love. We are proud to be the trusted orthopedic provider serving your Dayton Dragons for more than a decade. Visit us soon at our new location at Spooky Nook, Champion Mill, in Hamilton. Learn more at www.BonesFixed.com.

For more information on the Dragons 5K, go to http://www.daytondragons.com/dragons5k.