Q: How can I get more information about Panerathon?

A: You can like our Panerathon Facebook page and follow us on Instagram @panerathon

Q: Where and when is Panerathon held?

A: Sunday, August 25th, 2024 at the Covelli Centre (229 E. Front Street, Downtown Youngstown). Registration starts at 8am; Race starts at 10am

Q: What is Panerathon?

A: Panerathon is the largest community fundraising event in the Youngstown, Ohio area. It is a 10K/2 Mile walk/run and that benefits the Joanie Abdu Comprehensive Breast Care Center, the only facility of its kind in the area.

Q: How do I register for Panerathon?

A: You can pre-register online HERE.

You can also pre-register by visiting the Southwoods Health Box Office at the Covelli Centre where paper forms are available. Payment will need to be made when forms are submitted; cash and checks are a accepted at the box office (no credit cards). Checks can be made out to “Mercy Health Foundation Mahoning Valley”.

You may register at the Covelli Centre on the morning of race day, but pre-registration fees are lower than day-of registration fees.

Q: How much does it cost to register/participate?

Team Registration (10k or 2 mile)

$20 per Individual Team Member

10k Individual Registration

$30 pre-registration

$35 race day

2 Mile Individual Registration

$25 pre-registration

$30 race day

Kids Registration 

FREE courtesy of PNC Bank (more info below)

You save $5 on your entry fee when you register early!

Q: When is the deadline to register?

A: Individual pre-registration deadline is August 19th, 2024.

Team registration deadline is August 16th, 2024.

Q: How do I know if I am registered?

A: Click HERE.

Q: How can I make changes to my registration (ex. SHIRT SIZE)?

A:

Option 1: Confirmation Email

On your confirmation email, click “Manage Registration”.

To edit personal information, select the “Participant Info” tab

To edit your emergency contact info, select the “Questions” tab

To edit shirt size, select the “Giveaway” tab (if you are on a mobile device, the tabs are listed at the bottom of the page)

Be sure to save your changes!

All edits must be made by August 16th, 2024 at 11pm.

Option 2: RunSignUp Account

Click  HERE to go to our race page. Sign in to your RunSignup account with the email and password that you used to register. Go to “Profile” in the top right corner. Once on your profile, click the blue button in the top right to edit your registration.

Be sure to save your changes!

All edits must be made by August 16th, 2024 at 11pm.

Q: On my registration form, it mentions something about a chip for timing. What does this mean?

A: A timing chip is the mechanism that will be attached to your bib which allows the timing system to track your race time. Only participants in the 10K have the option to be timed.

Q: How do I register on a team?

A: A team must consist of 5 or more participants, and the individual fee for each team member is $20 a person. The team registration deadline is August 16th, 2024.

When you register, the first member of your team (the team captain) must set up your team name so future team members may register under the same name. After the team captain registers with the team name, all team members will be able to register under that team name (please check with your captain to confirm your team name before you register).

Captains and team members may register for a team online HERE

Online, you will be prompted to select your team name from a drop down menu.

You can also register by retrieving paper forms from the Southwoods Health Box Office at the Covelli Centre and returning them after they are filled out. It is important that the team name is copied exactly the same on each team member’s form. Payment will need to be made when forms are submitted; cash or checks will be accepted at the box office (no credit cards). Checks can be made out to “Mercy Health Foundation Mahoning Valley”.

Q: Do I need to register all team members at the same time?

A: No. A completed registration is needed for each individual team member whether they register online or in person at the Southwoods Health Box Office at the Covelli Centre.

If filling out paper forms from the box office, you may turn them all in together or each team member may turn theirs in separately. It is important that the team name is copied exactly the same on each team member’s form.

Q: Do all team members need to register for the same race (2 mile/10K)?

A: No. Since each individual completes his or her own form, members of the same team may participate in either the 10K or 2 mile event.

Q: What does it mean to be the “Team Captain”?

A: As the Team Captain, you are the first member of your team to register. You are responsible for creating your team name (you will be prompted when you register). Please share this name with your team members to be sure that they register under the correct team name!

The Team Captain is also responsible for coordinating their team’s packet pick-up. During registration, the Team Captain will have to choose if they will be picking up the entire team’s packets and distributing later or if they will be having their team members come to packet pick-up individually. As the Team Captain, please communicate this decision to your team members.

Q: When I register my team online, how can I see who has joined it?

A: Click HERE to go to our race page. Sign in to your RunSignup account with the email and password that you used to register. Go to “Profile” in the top right corner. Scroll down to find your team listing and select “View Roster”.

Q: I am picking up for my entire team. Can I change my packet pick-up appointment?

A: If you are a team captain picking up for your entire team, click  HERE to go to our race page. Sign in to your RunSignup account with the email and password that you used to register. Go to “Profile” in the top right corner. Once on your profile, click the blue button in the top right to edit your registration.

Q: Can kids participate in Panerathon?

A: Yes! This is an all ages event. Kids ages 4-10 can register and participate in the 2 mile or 10k with their registered parent of guardian for FREE courtesy of PNC Bank. Any child participating must remain with their participating parent of guardian at all times during the event.

Q: How do kids register for Panerathon?

A: Kids ages 4-10 can register for free courtesy of PNC Bank.

Register online HERE.

If registering with a paper form at the Southwoods Health Box Office at the Covelli Centre, please make sure the age of the child is included on the registration application to receive the free kids’ entry.

Q: How can I make changes to my registration (SHIRT SIZE)?

A:

Option 1: Confirmation Email

On your confirmation email, click “Manage Registration”.

To edit personal information, select the “Participant Info” tab

To edit your emergency contact info, select the “Questions” tab

To edit shirt size, select the “Giveaway” tab

(if you are on a mobile device, the tabs are listed at the bottom of the page)

Be sure to save your changes!

All edits must be made by all edits must be made by August 16th, 2024 at 11pm.

Option 2: RunSignUp Account

Click  HERE to go to our race page. Sign in to your RunSignup account with the email and password that you used to register. Go to “Profile” in the top right corner. Once on your profile, click the blue button in the top right to edit your registration.

Be sure to save your changes!

All edits must be made by August 16th, 2024 at 11pm.

Q: I registered for the 2 mile but would like to participate in the 10K instead. What should I do?

A: Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate this change due to the timing devices involved in the 10K.

Q: I registered for the 10K but would like to participate in the 2 mile instead. What should I do?

A: During packet pick-up, please request a new bib without a timing device (the timing device will negatively affect our timing system if worn on the 2 mile).You will not be charged for another registration, however, refunds will not be offered for the price difference.

Q: Are there prizes for Panerathon winners?

A: Yes, there are prizes for winners in various categories. All prizes are listed HERE

Please note that you may only win one prize even if you are the winner in two categories. Your higher title will supersede the other.

Q: Can I walk the 10K?

A: Yes. You may walk or run either 2 Mile or 10K.

Q: Are strollers or wheelchairs welcome at Panerathon?

A: Yes! We simply recommend anyone walking or running with a stroller or wheelchair line up toward the back of the runners corral before the race to avoid getting in the way of our fastest paced runners.

Q: Are iPods/headphones welcome at Panerathon?

A: No. For safety reasons, we recommend leaving the headphones at home.

Q: Are pets welcome at Panerathon?

A: No. We cannot allow any pets on the premises due to safety and liability issues.

Q: Can I pick up materials for my team members, friends or family members?

A: Yes. You may pick up someone’s materials for them if you have their first and last name. Please make sure to communicate with the person you pick up for so they know you have their materials.

Q: I am a team captain picking up for my entire team. How can I change my team’s packet pick-up appointment?

A: If you are a team captain picking up for your entire team, click  HERE to go to our race page. Sign in to your RunSignup account with the email and password that you used to register. Go to “Profile” in the top right corner. Scroll down to find your team listing and select “Edit Fundraiser.” Scroll down to the bottom of the page to edit your packet pick up time.

Q: Will there be emergency medical services on-site?

A: Yes. As always, the health and safety of our participants is our first priority. We will have medical staff on hand, on the race course, and near the finish line in case of a medical emergency.

Q: Will there be police on-site?

A: Yes. We have always worked closely with the Youngstown Police Department to ensure the safety of our participants. Police will be present on the race course and on the grounds at Panerathon in addition to the security provided by the Covelli Centre.

Q: Where is the best place to park on race day?

For information on parking, click HERE

A: THERE WILL BE NO PARKING ON-SITE AT THE COVELLI CENTRE. There are several garages and surface parking lots within a 5-minute walk of the Centre that have been secured for our participants’ use. Information on parking will be emailed to all participants prior to the event, or you can download the parking map here.