Events
Ryder's 419 Kids Race
Florence Scott Libbey 419 DAY 5K (Walkers Welcome)
Virtual Florence Scott Libbey 419 DAY 5K (Virtual Race)
Place
Toledo, OH US 43613
Description
419 DAY is just around the corner! APRIL 19, 2025
Thank you for supporting The Toledo Roadrunners Club and 419 Week Events!
RACE UPDATES: Shirts are still available, so sign up folks!
NEW LOCATION FOR EARLY PACKET PICK UP! JJUST TOLEDO
417 DAY- EARLY PACKET PICK UP DETAILS
Just Toledo Florence Scott Libbey Early Packet Pick Up
Thursday, April 17th 5-7 pm
909 Jefferson Avenue
Stop by Just Toledo to register for the race, or pick up your race bib, and shirt.
Enjoy an artist reception for Jeff Schofield (6-8 PM) and browse Just Toledo.
417 Day is Edward Drummond Libbey Day! Why? It's his birthday!
Yep, refreshments served.
Updates: Florence has a virtual event option for those fans who can't attend in person. If you select the virtual race you are welcome to run anytime and anywhere between April 12 and April 19. Be sure to send us pictures! ALL OTHER FLORENCE SCOTT LIBBEY RACE EVENTS TAKE PLACE IN PERSON ON 419 DAY, APRIL
Celebrate the history of the 419 with a 5K through the beautiful grounds of Ottawa Park, the City of Toledo's first and largest park. The Florence Scott Libbey 419 Race celebrates Toledo history and the woman who helped make the Glass City great!
HOLY TOLEDO
Once again Mrs Libbey will be on hand to start the events and present you with a special 2025 finisher medal designed by Ryder, inspired by Toledo.
MRS. or Mr. Libbey costumes encouraged!
April 19, 2025
8:45am Ryder's 419 Kids Race
FREE and the first Toledo Roadrunners kids race organized by an actual Toledo kid!
Once again kids finisher medals will be designed by the Kid himself.
Ryder's 419 Kids Race shirts are $10 each
9:05am Florence Scott Libbey 419 5K
Race shirts: Unisex. Super soft, tri-blend shirts by T-Town's own Printed On A Lark
Register now at the T-Town low price of $14.19
After March 12 the price increases to $24.19.
Shirt deadline is March 30th
After March 30, we have a limited shirt inventory available upon registration. Race day shirts may be available, on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Timing: Second Sole Toledo - Racing
Awards Update:
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Overall
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Masters
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Grand Masters
Awards thanks to: Printed on A Lark, Shaman and The Bear, Grindhrs Coffee & Community,, Second Sole of Toledo, and Dave's Running Shop
Post Race: Delicacies and hydration will be available
Prizes: Yes, door prizes, random fun Toledo nostalgia to the oldest, youngest, best Toledo history costume, and to anyone dressed as Mrs. Libbey!
We would like to thank Garcia Surveyors and Michelle Ryan- Smokin Olive Deli & Catering for their generous sponsorship! We think Florence would approve!
Toledo Crafted Goodies provided by:
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Patron Saints Brewery
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Shaman and the Bear Medicinal Herbal Teas
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4Run9
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Grindhrs Coffee & Community
Packet Pick Up Info:
April 17 Just Toledo (909 Jefferson) 5-7 pm
April 19 Race Day 8 AM-8:45 am
The Florence Scott Libbey 419 Race celebrates Toledo history and the icons who helped make T- Town great! Florence Scott Libbey, along with her husband Edward Drummond Libbey, founded the Toledo Museum of Art and their legacy continues on today.
Florence Scott was the daughter and heiress of the wealthy Maurice and Mary Jane (Tallant) Scott and the granddaughter of Jesup Scott, founder of the University of Toledo. Florence married Edward Libbey in 1890, two years after he arrived in Toledo to relocate his glass company. In 1895 the Libbey's built their home in Toledo's fashionable Old West End at 2008 Scottwood. In 1912 The Toledo Museum of Art was built on land donated by the Libbey's.
Following Edward Libbey's death in 1925, Mrs Libbey remained an active contributor in her own right to Toledo culture. In the midst of the Great Depression, Mrs Libbey funded the Peristyle Theater (1933) providing jobs for over 2,000 folks. Today the Toledo Museum of Art is free to all and regularly earns top state and national recognition. The Libbey home at 2008 Scottwood is managed by The Libbey House Foundation and is listed as a National Historic Landmark.
Florence, Edward Libbey, and their infant son William, are buried in Toledo's Historic Woodlawn Cemetery & Arboretum along with many other Toledo greats.
STAY TUNED!
419 Week is full of fun and diverse events brought to you by local organizations and small businesses. Marathon Month starts with The Crazy Long Training Run, leading to Florence's 5K and ends with Mercy Health Glass City Marathon Weekend!
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419 EVENTS
2025 419 WEEK EVENTS: 419 Week is Toledo Week!
Full of fun & diverse events, brought to you by local organizations & small businesses to celebrate Toledo and her history.
Libbey House Foundation FREE OPEN HOUSE Edward Drummond Libbey’s Birthday Celebration & Crystal Awards
Sunday, April 13th 11- 3 pm 2008 Scottwood Avenue
Celebrate Edward Drummond Libbey’s birthday with a FREE open house tour of all three floors of the historic Old West End mansion. Join The Libbey House Foundation and the Libbey High School Alumni as we commemorate the glass industry giant and art museum founder. The Libbey House will be open to the public from 11:00 am -3:00 pm. As part of the Sunday celebration, the Libbey High School Alumni will announce this year’s Edward Drummond Libbey Crystal Award recipient(s). Birthday cake and punch will be provided by the Libbey House Foundation.
The 9th Annual Crystal Awards are given to community members who embody the Libbey Legacy: service, art, preservation, education and entrepreneurship in our community.
Donations are appreciated and will be applied to the continued renovations of the historic home.
Holy Toledo Polka Days
April 10th-13th
Danny’s Cafe & Holiday Inn & Suites, (& other locations)
This Polka Festival will feature the some of the top polka bands in the industry, including the host band The DynaBrass, Michael Costa & The Beat, Polka Country Musicians, Polka Family, The Music Company, Gerry Kaminski's Polka Network, Holy Toledo Jam Band, and Polka DJ Kenny Olowin. Sponsored by the Toledo Area Polka Society.
See website for all events.
Earnest Talks & Libbey Trivia- Earnest Brew Works Downtown
Tuesday, April 15th 5- 9 pm 25 S. ST. Claire Street
earnest talks is a speaker series showcasing interesting people and topics at the Downtown earnest taproom. Join us to talk about Florence Scott & Edward Drummond Libbey and their incredible impact on Toledo. A lively presentation about the Libbey legacy in Toledo, including city planning,the glass industry,, Libbey High School, and The Toledo Museum of Art.
Toledo Trivia rounds with Jo Mo On The Mic.
Speakers: Sue Terrill, founder of the Libbey Crystal Award, local historian, specializing in Libbey High School history & Tonda Koszycki, Toledo Museum of Art & Libbey House Foundation docent, local historian
Doors open at 5 pm, Talk & Trivia begins at 6 pm
Earnest Brew Works SOTOL 419 Week Bike Ride
Wednesday, April 16th 6-9 pm 4342 S. Detroit Avenue
Bike from EBW South Toledo Location to Side Cut Metro Park and back. Enjoy friends, hand crafted Earnest Brews, and the scheduled Big O’s Food Truck.
Just Toledo- Florence Scott Libbey 419 Day 5K Early Packet Pick Up
Thursday, April 17th 5-7 pm #417DAY 909 Jefferson Avenue
Stop by Just Toledo to register for the race, or pick up your race bib & shirt. Enjoy artist reception for Jeff Schofield (6-8 PM) and browse Just Toledo.
This is Edward Drummond Libbey Day! #417DAY
The Florence Scott Libbey 419 Day 5K & Ryders Free Kids Race
Saturday, April 19th 8- 11 am 2205 Kenwood Blvd.
Celebrate the history of the 419 with a 5K through the beautiful grounds of Ottawa Park, the City of Toledo's first and largest park. The Florence Scott Libbey 419 Race celebrates Toledo history and the woman who helped make the Glass City great! Once again Mrs. Libbey will be on hand to start the events and present you with a special 2025 finisher medal designed by Ryder, inspired by Toledo.
Sign up to run or volunteer here
Ode to the Zip Code
Saturday, April 19th 2 -4 pm
Toledo School for the Arts Portal 1401 Adams Street
Poetry Contest Winners Announced! What does your ZIP Code say about you? The Ode to the ZIP Code contest, launched in 2016 by The Fair Housing Center, The Arts Commission, Toledo Lucas County Public Library, Toledo Area Parent, and the Toledo City Paper. Ode to the Zip Code celebrates the stories that shape our neighborhoods.
Downtown Toledo Best Bites on 419 DAY
Sunday, April 19th 12-4 pm Downtown T- Town
Stroll the streets of Downtown Toledo on 419 day! Ticket holders will do a self-guided tour to visit 12+ different restaurants to savor amazing cuisine from the 419. *Must be 21+ years to participate *
Tickets are $50.
419 Day at The Switchboard
Saturday, April 19th 912 Monroe Street
Celebrate 419 Day at Toledo’s iconic Culture Clash/ The Switchboard with multiple vendors & entertainers. Free parking!
It’s #420Day, on #419Day Live music from:Keepitcasual,The Essentails, Live Roots. Shop records at Culture Clash! Local 419 Art/Clothing Vendor.
Yummy eats from Naam Stop Kebap
419 Day Toledo Night Market
Glass City Center
Saturday, April 19th #419DAY 5-9 pm
A celebration of all things 419, our hometown pride, NW Ohio and a day to
honor it all!
Come celebrate with us at the 419 Day Toledo Nigh
t Market, presented by
Downtown Toledo, on Saturday, April 19, from 4-9PM inside the Glass City
Center in downtown Toledo. (old SeaGate Center)
This year's Night Market offers FREE ADMISSION and a chance to enjoy:
• 125 local artisans & sellers
• SO MANY GAMES & PRIZES!
• Scavenger Hunt
• Live Music
• All Things 419
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