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Sat, Oct 03, 2026 at 9:30 AM
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Auglaize County, Ohio
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5k Fun Run Run Walk

Join us on Saturday, October 3, 2026 as we host our sixth annual Harvest 5K at The Way International Headquarters in New Knoxville, Ohio.

Move your body and breathe the fresh, crisp, fall air as you walk or run the 5K. In the evening, enjoy a Harvest Concert that is sure to uplift and encourage you with family-friendly entertainment in celebration of God’s abundance.

Guests are welcome to participate in both the 5K and concert or just one of the events. To run or walk the 5K requires registration; however, the concert is open and free for everyone. Bring your family and friends along too! Then on Sunday morning, join us for our Sunday Teaching Service at The Word Over the World Auditorium.

Harvest 5K Information:

Register by September 24 to be guaranteed to receive a commemorative mug with purchase.

Cash prizes will be given to the top male and female finishers.

Medals will be awarded to the top 3 finishers in each age group (men and women):

14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and over.

Information for Children's Races:

Registration - Free

Children must be accompanied by an adult. Each child who participates will receive a medal as well as other fun gifts for their participation.

50-Yard Dash for 3- to 7-year-olds begins at 1:00 p.m.; Quarter-Mile Fun Run for 8- to 11-year-olds will begin soon after.

Enjoy a bounce house open before and after the children's races!

Concert Information:

All are welcome to enjoy a free family-friendly concert in the evening.

Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the concert begins at 7:00 p.m.

Food Information:

What's a harvest event without hot chocolate and apple cider? There will be plenty of both to refresh and warm you throughout the event. There will also be water and light post-race snacks for participants.

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