Sonder & Friends Oktoberfest 5K

The LCpl Noah Lippeatt 3:16 Challenge is modeled after the United States Marine Corps Physical Fitness Test, combining strength and endurance through 3 core challenges, push ups, sit ups, and planks, while running 3.16 miles.​​​​ The challenge is designed for 3.16 miles to represent John 3:16, a core belief LCpl Noah Lippeatt carried and shared with others throughout his life. All proceeds from this event will go towards the Noah Lippeatt Foundation, which raises money for Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS), care packages, as well as uplifting activities for the Marines Stationed with Guard Company. This is all in honor of LCpl Noah Lippeatt, who passed on June 16, 2024. You will receive a specially designed race T-shirt and a race challenge coin if registered by March 16, 2026. Top 3 finishers in the competitive divisions (male and female) will receive a custom challenge coin.

Conquering with Canaan 5K

Saturday, April 25, 2026 9:00 am

Corwin-Nixon Park, Mason, OH

Canaan Joseph Foundation is a non-profit organization with a goal of helping families with children diagnosed with Congenital Heart Disease. Every 15 minutes a child born is being diagnosed with a congenital heart disease, the # 1 birth defect in children. On average, 40,000 children born are diagnosed with CHD. With the size of a walnut, many newborns undergo open-heart surgeries in the first few days of their life. It is a world-changing and heart-wrenching journey the loved ones of the child must face. There is no cure for it, only a temporary fix. This means these children go numerous heart surgeries during their lifetime. Many do not make it beyond their first year. Needless to say, one of the hardest battles the loved ones fight along with their little heart warrior. The proceeds from this fundraiser will directly benefit the inpatient families and research in the Cardiac Unit at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital.

More about Canaan Joseph Foundation

Events Offered:

5K Walk

5K Run

5K Virtual

Location:

The event will be held at Corwin Nixon Park, located at 6249 Mason Montgomery Rd, Mason, OH 45040.

Google Directions to Start/Finish/Parking

Run Divisions:

12/under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70/over

Walk Divisions:

20/under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+

Awards:

Top male and female runners and walkers. Age group awards for each run/walk division. Awards presented immediately following the race/walk.

T-Shirts:

Included with registration for those who sign up by March 25, 2026

Chip Timing:

Race will be professionally chip-timed by Running Time Race Services

Post-Race Activities:

Kids Fun Run, Awards Ceremony, Refreshments, Kids Fun Activities

Registration Fee:

Adults 13 and over:

Early bird - $25 through Wednesday, March 25, 2026

$35 from March 26 through Friday, April 24, 2026

$40 Race Day

Kids 5-12:

Early bird - $15 through Wednesday, March 25, 2026

$20 from March 26 through Friday, April 24, 2026

$25 Race Day

Kids under 5 need not register

Registration includes Chip Timing, refreshments, T-shirt (See deadline) and a chance for awards.

All registration will be online including race day

Additional Details:

Strollers, baby joggers and wagons are allowed, but those using them must be registered participants regardless of age and ability level. Unregistered participants, pets, unauthorized vehicles, skateboards, roller skates, bicycles or other motorized devices are not allowed.

Race Check-in and Packet Pickup:

Race-day Check-in and Number Pickup: 7:30 AM – 8:45 AM at Corwin Nixon Park.

Race Day Registration:

All registration will be online including race day

Parking:

Free Parking Onsite

***** NO REFUNDS*****

Join us for the annual Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k! A run local-themed event that is perfect for the whole family.

The fun includes -

• Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal

• Chip-timing with live results and awards

• Pacers for the half marathon

• Free photos

• Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line

• Plenty of fun!

Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one!

Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag!

*Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17!

• Half Marathon Registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!

• 10k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!

• 5k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!

• 1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!

• The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!)

*Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!

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

I would like to welcome you to the 2026 Youth & Junior Nationals hosted at Voice of America Park in West Chester, Ohio. Youth & Juniors from around the country will battle head-to-head for National Championship bragging rights, and our goal is to create a memorable experience for all involved.

The calm waters of Voice of America Park should provide some fast swim splits. The Age-Group, Draft Legal & Mixed Relay bike and run courses were designed to be fast paced and spectator friendly. All races will finish in the heart of Voice of America Park, and “spirit central” where Team Zones will be located.

Special thanks to West Chester Ohio, Voice of America Park and Travel Butler County for hosting this exciting event. We are thrilled to return to this awesome location. I would also like to recognize Metro Parks, West Chester Township and the West Chester Police Dept. for their support. In addition, I would like to thank in advance the volunteers who will give of their time to make your experience a better one. While at the venue, please take the opportunity to thank these generous folks.

Enjoy your time in West Chester Ohio, represent your teams with pride and race to your fullest potential.