STINGER 5K AT THE 180TH

Registration Opens

Required Background Check

All individuals who wish to participate and/or attend this mission, who are not military members/employees, or their dependents, at the 180th FW in a current active status, must consent to a criminal history/background check.
At a minimum:

Individuals must submit their full name, date of birth, social security number, and a copy of their driver’s license number or state ID number so the check can be accomplished.
Individuals under the age of 16 will only need to submit a name for accountability purposes.

ON OHIO'S 180TH FIGHTER WING BASE

$30

8:00AM EDT 9:00AM EDT

Increases to $33 after the first 250 people register. (250 spots left) Registration Opens April 1, 2026 at 12:00am EDT

Open to ages 6+.

MISSION LIMIT OF 60 MINUTES

$33

8:00AM EDT 9:00AM EDT

Increases to $33 after the first 100 people register. (100 spots left) Registration Opens April 1, 2026 at 12:00am EDT

DEPLOY YOUR STINGER FROM AFAR

$20

200 spots left. Registration Opens April 1, 2026 at 12:00am EDT

FOR 180TH FAMILIES ONLY

$10

9:00AM EDT 9:15PM EDT

Registration Opens April 1, 2026 at 12:00am EDT

Open to ages 2 - 11.

8:00AM EDT 9:00AM EDT

Registration Opens April 1, 2026 at 12:00am EDT

Open to ages 5 and under.

What is the Stinger 5K?

The Stinger 5K is a unique, once-a-year running event held on the grounds of the 180th Fighter Wing at the Eugene F. Kranz Toledo Express Airport in Swanton, Ohio — just a short drive from Toledo. It’s not your typical road race: the course runs past fighter-jet parking pads and along the “Stinger” tarmac, beginning and ending at the on-base 9/11 memorial.

Whether you’re a competitive runner, a casual walker, or looking for a fun family outing — the Stinger 5K is built for all ages (open to ages 6 and up) and all levels.

Be sure to stick around after the race concludes for a truly memorable experience as the 180th will conduct F-16 flights!

*BASE AND MEMORIAL ACCESS FOR SECURITY CLEARED REGISTRANTS AND VOLUNTEERS ONLY.