16th Annual Mother's Day 5k

LOVE like JJ 5K Run and Walk

Saturday, June 6, 2026 8:30 am

Corwin Nixon Park, Mason, OH

On June 6, 2026 we will be hosting our Annual LOVE like JJ 5k to benefit LOVE like JJ! This year’s event will again have both In Person and Virtual options, you can walk or run - however and wherever it works best for you! Our event was created to celebrate JJ's bright light, and fundraise so LOVE like JJ can continue spreading joy and supporting children in our community.

Benefit:

Race proceeds will go to support the great work of LoveLikeJJ, a 501(c)(3) organization. Love like JJ believes the best investment we can make is in our children and to ensure they all have fulfilled basic needs and the opportunity to succeed. Their goal is to engage the local community and to provide practical support to bring lasting improvements to their lives.

Money raised through the LOVE like JJ 5k will go toward continuing to support these initiatives.

Details:

Everyone who registers by May 13, 2026 will receive a special LOVE like JJ 5k 2026 performance t-shirt.

The In Person 5k will have music, drinks and snacks, and an opportunity to support our sponsors. Kids who register will enjoy fun activities and will receive 1 FREE Italian Ice from Chill Out Truck. An estimated timeline for the In Person event is below:

7:30am: Check-in Opens

8:20am: Race Line Up and Announcements

8:30am: 5k Begins, staggered start time

8:30am - Competitive Runners

8:33am- Leisure Runners and Walkers

9:30: Winners Announced

LOVE like JJ feels fortunate that our event draws all levels of athletes. To assist participants in achieving their desired race time, new this year the LOVE like JJ 5k will have a staggered race start time:

To learn more about the LOVE like JJ you can visit our website: www.lovelikejj.org

Make sure you visit our 5k page for the most up to date information regarding the LOVE like JJ 5k: https://www.lovelikejj.org/5kforjj

Virtual Option:

If you cannot make it to our In Person event, you can still support the event by doing your own 5K on your course. You can submit your time to our Virtual results page.

Registration fee:

Now through April 15, 2026: $30 for Adults. $20 for Kids 17 and under.

April 16 through Race Day: $35 for Adults. $25 for Kids 17 and under.

Everyone who registers by May 13, 2026 will receive a special LOVE like JJ 5k 2026 shirt. Please note, early registration date has been established to ensure t-shirts are received in a timely manner for printing and distribution prior to race day. Any registration after May 13 is not guaranteed a t-shirt.

Chip Timing: This year's 5K event will be timed using MyLaps Disposable bib tags. The chip will be on the bib number. No need to turn in pull tags or return the timing chip.

The 5K will include chip timing.

You may sign up through race day online from your computer, tablet or smart phone.

Note: All registrations will be online only, this includes race day

Early Packet Pick up and Check-in:

TBD

Location of Start/Finish:

Follow this link to take you to the Start/Finish area.

https://goo.gl/maps/Ud95XqqrGHmsp58t5

RACE START TIME: 7 p.m.

PARKING: Possum Creek Metropark Reservable Shelter area. Start at Sycamore Shelter (4730 Frytown Road Dayton, Ohio). Please use Parking lots. NO PARKING ON THE GRASS. Parking is limited, please carpool if possible. Additional parking will be available in the main park at the Pond Parking lot with a 1/2 mile walk to the start/finish line.

COURSE: You will be running on various terrain surfaces (dirt, gravel, meadow, grass) with no water crossings. This is a great introduction to trail running with a very low elevation gain/loss. Trail shoes are not necessary.

REGISTRATION: Registration is available to all through RunSignup prior to the race. Online registration remains open until approximately 15 minutes before race start and can be done in-person at the race. Hard copy registration sheets are also available on race day if needed. Minors may be registered on RunSignup by a parent or guardian or in-person with a parent or guardian present to sign the waiver.

CHECK-IN: All participants must check-in before the race and attach their assigned timing chip to one of their shoes. Look for the table with the green tablecloth to get your chip.

We recommend you arrive at least one hour before the race to park, check in, and warm-up prior to the race start.

FEES:

All Current ORRRC Members Run for Free (Fee waived automatically when your RSU membership profile is used to register online, or bring your card/proof of membership to the event)

Non-Members:

– $10 for ages 15 and up

– Free for ages 14 and under

Members, if you don't register through RunSignup, you absolutely MUST show proof of membership on race day to be eligible for the member fees! No exceptions!

Not an ORRRC Member? Click here to find out how to become a member and learn the benefits of membership. You'll also get the option to join during registration.

ANIMAL POLICY: Due to our insurance coverage, animals are not permitted at any ORRRC event. The only exception is service dogs, which must be clearly identified. Persons with any other animals will be removed from the event (will not be issued a timing chip, and will not appear in results or photos). We thank you in advance for your cooperation!

RACE DIRECTOR: Alex Chappars

VOLUNTEERS: Meet some new friends and have a great time while making a valuable contribution to the local running community by volunteering at this event. If you would like to help, please sign up on the volunteer tab, and we’ll be sure to find a job for you!

The Cancer Crush is the one annual fundraiser for Cancer Hope, a cancer support group. We look forward to you joining us in this awesome event!

Medals to the top 3 overall male and top 3 overall female finishers!

Link: Course Map

Location: Southbrook Church

9095 Washington Church Rd

Miamisburg, Ohio 45342

Start Time: 8:30am

Packet Pickup:

Southbrook Church at 9095 Washington Church Road, Miamisburg, Ohio 45342.

Friday, June 12 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm.

Race Morning, Saturday, starting at 7:30.

Celebrate your 4th of July with this great race and tradition!

Race is hosted by the Centerville Noon Optimist Club with proceeds benefiting the City of Centerville.

High quality race shirt will be guaranteed to first 1000 paid registrants.

$35 Registration Fee through June 15, then fee increases to $40. Online registration remains open right to the start of the race.

Click HERE to view the course map!

Run will begin and end at Centerville HS Stadium 500 E. Franklin Street, Centerville, Ohio.

PACKET AND SHIRT PICK UP:

July 2 2:00 - 5:00 PM

July 3 2:00 - 5:00 PM

UP & RUNNING - 6123 Far Hills Drive (in Washington Square by Dorothy Lane Market)

DAY OF RACE REGISTRATION:

Online Entry - right up to start of the race!

AWARDS:

Presented at CHS Stadium @ 8:15 AM

Prizes: Top 3 Male and Female overall winners; Awards: Top 3 Finishers in each Age/Gender Division

RACE DIRECTORS:

Contact at [email protected]

PLAN ACCORDINGLY - Arrive no later than 7:00 am to avoid road closure to high school.

Run4Home 5K and Kid’s Fun Run

Place:

Armco Park, 1223 State Route 741, Shelter 33, Lebanon, Ohio 45036. 8:30am start time.

Gates open at 7:00am.

Proceeds benefit the programs of Family Promise of Warren County – the shelter program for families in

Warren County.

Event Description:

This 3.1-mile course is in a beautiful, shaded park atmosphere and is suitable for runners and walkers of all abilities. Water will be provided at the halfway point and at the end of the course. A buffet of fruit, yogurt, bagels and more will be provided for all participants at the end of the 5K.

There will be a ¼ mile Kid’s Fun Run at 9:30 for children aged 10 and under.

Runners bags can be picked up at our new location 600 Cincinnati Ave, Lebanon on Tuesday July 1st and Wednesday July 2nd from 9-3

T-shirts are guaranteed for those who register by June 13th.

Paper entries are accepted only until June 30th and online entries are encouraged up to and including race day.

Awards:

Overall male/female and top 2 male/female in each age category

Costs:

Kids Fun Run - $10.00

Walk/Run - $25.00