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Gumpathon 2026

Date:
Sun, Jul 26, 2026 at 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location:
3055 Indianola Avenue
Columbus, Ohio
43202
United States
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6.5 Miles Fun Run Run

Gumpathon 2026: Fun Run & Forrest Gump Film Screening

"I just felt like running."

NOW INTRODUCING TWO DISTANCE OPTIONS:

  • The Run Forrest Run 10k - Start at One Theater, Run 10k to the Other Theater

  • NEW! Lt. Dan Double 20k - Start at Studio 35, run 10k to Grandview Theater to pickup mystery totem, and run BACK to Studio 35.

Join us on Sunday, July 26th for a one-of-a-kind running-meets-the-big-screen celebration of the iconic 1994 film Forrest Gump! This half movie screening half quarter marathon takes place at and between Studio 35 Cinema & Drafthouse & The Grandview Theater & Drafthouse.

Here's how it all works:

8:00am-9:00am - Registration (Get your bib, find your seat)

9:00am-9:30am - Forrest Gump Pt. I

9:30am-11:30am - RUN JOURNEY. Run to the other theater location - Once you arrive, pick up your tshirt & pint glass and enjoy a free beer before the movie starts back up. Lt. Dan Double runners run from Studio 35 to Grandview and BACK to Studio 35.

11:30 - 2:00 - Forrest Gump Pt. II

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE COURSE

FAQ:

How do I get back to the theatre location I parked at?

There will be no shuttles or organized transportation. Think of this like you would a bar crawl where you start at one end of the line, and end on the other. We recommend planning to be picked up by a friend or using Rideshare. Or round up to a half marathon and run home!

What do we do when we arrive at the first location?

Head to the registration table to sign in and get your bib and course map. Then head into the theatre for the first screening!

What do we do when we arrive at the second location after the run?

Grab your shirt, pint glass, get 1 free beer, and hang out until the second screening begins at 11:30am.

Will the kitchens be open?

The kitchens will be open throughout the event! Have yourself some Forrest Brunch.

What should we wear?

Plan for the weather (July in Ohio, could be hot or blazing hot, ya know how it goes) but costumes are highly encouraged! You will be sweaty, so either plan a change of clothes at your ending theatre or sweat it up!!

Is there a gear drop?

Yes, put your belongings in ONE small bag, label it and give it to our volunteers at registrations. They will transport to your end location.

What do we get?

Entry to the event, Forrest Gump Screening, Custom Event Pint Glass, Event t-shirt, 1 Free Beer, and Bragging rights.

Is this a race?

NAHHHH. This is not a chipped/timed event, it is a FUN RUN. Hence the costumes and beer. If you'd like to bust ass between theaters, that's on you. All you'll get is braggin' rights.

Will there be water on the course?

YES. We will supply water and gatorade at three locations along the 6.5 mile course. We'll have chocolate and shrimp for the true Gump-heads at the midway point. View the course here.

What is your inclement weather policy?

We run rain or shine. If there is an imminent threat of lightning, we will communicate delays or cancellations via our official channels.

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