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Date:
Sun, Nov 01, 2026 at 12:00 PM
Location:
645 Infirmary Rd
Dayton, Ohio
45405
United States
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3.1 Miles Run Virtual

A Sunday Morning 5k Romp to benefit the Dayton Book Fair Foundation, the Dayton Book Fair and Rabbit Hole Books. Come dressed as your favorite Alice in Wonderland character, or any literary figure, or just as yourself! Prizes for Best Costumes! Not only a foot race but a rather unusual adventure. Bookish types welcome too! A little lame for actual running or romping? You can participate in our virtual race too.

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    Sat, Apr 11, 2026 at 10:00 AM

    Description

    Move with UD DPT 5k

    Saturday April 11th, 2026 - 10:00am In-Person Event

    Virtual Option also available for those that wish to financially support the event but unable to attend on race day!

    Presented...

    Move with UD DPT 5k

    Saturday April 11th, 2026 - 10:00am In-Person Event

    Virtual Option also available for those that wish to financially support the event but unable to attend on race day!

    Presented by the UD DPT students, this year is the 8th Annual Move with PT 5k!

    Proceeds benefit UD DPT to support professional development, scholarship opportunity and program events.

    Location:

    University of Dayton RecPlex

    2 Evanston Avenue Dayton, OH 45409

    Cost:

    In-Person 5k - $30.00 (includes a shirt if registered by March 22nd)

    Day of Registration (In-Person 5k) - $35.00

    Current UD Students and Staff - $5.00 Discounted registration cost ($25 including a shirt if registered by March 22nd)

    Virtual Event - $20.00 donation (No shirt included)

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  • Free Your Sole 5k/10k Run or Walk [speedy-feet.com] [Register at runsignup.com]

    Sun, Apr 26, 2026 at 9:00 AM

    Description

    This race through Woodland Cemetery is challenging. It's a pretty hilly course so maybe not the race if you are looking to PR, but if you want a great workout and some amazing views of Dayton and the...

    This race through Woodland Cemetery is challenging. It's a pretty hilly course so maybe not the race if you are looking to PR, but if you want a great workout and some amazing views of Dayton and the opportunity to see some Dayton history, this race is for you! Proceeds to benefit the Woodland Foundation.

    Packet pickup Saturday, April 25 from 2-4 at Up and Running in Dayton or race day beginning at 8:00am. Shirts guaranteed to all those registered by April 14.

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    Montgomery County, Ohio, 45409, United States
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  • Health Is Wealth 5k Walk/Run & 1 Mile Dash [runsignup.com]

    Sat, May 02, 2026 at 9:30 AM

    Description

    The City of Dayton invites employees and their families to join us for the Health Is Wealth 5K Walk/Run and 1 Mile Dash on Saturday, May 2nd at Kettering Fields. This free fitness event encourages...

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    Everybody who registers:

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    The Wild Banana food truck will be present at the race with delicious goodies for purchase!

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    Description

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    Please tell everyone you know who would like to Honor all Fallen Heroes and support great causes on this Memorial day weekend! This race is hosted by the Zanowick family in Miamisburg in Honor of their son Rocky who grew up right here in Miamisburg and who was tragically lost while serving his country!

    THANK YOU!

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    Description

    Join us at the University of Dayton this Memorial Day weekend to run, walk and remember. We are coming together to honor the legacy of Colonel Paul M. Kelly and to stand in solidarity with those who...

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