West Chester Turkey Trot 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

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.

Lace up your spikes and tear up the grass in this 2 mile Cross Country race, compete as an

individual or as part of a team!

High school and college athletes, compete with your teammates and test your summer fitness!

Local runners, compete as an individual or with your club and enjoy racing on grass again.

Spectators can watch free of charge, bring your family and friends out for a great summer

evening of Cross Country.

Verso l’Alto Track Club is a competitive Catholic men’s run club based in the greater Cincinnati

area. Inspired by St. Pier Giorgio Frassati, the club seeks to strive “to the heights” of running

and in faith.

Check out at the website https://versolaltotc.wixsite.com/verso

Lace up, show up, make a difference-one step at a time!

When & Where

Date: August 9th, 2026, 9:00 am (Registrations starts at 8:00 am)

Location: Corwin M Nixon Park

6249 Mason Montgomery Rd, Mason OH-45040

Why We Run & Walk

This isn't just a 5k; it's a chance to move together for something bigger than us. Every stride, every mile, every smile helps supports organizations like Ekal Vidyalaya, Adopt A Class and IACC that are making a difference in our communities.

Ekal Vidyalaya Foundation

Ekal Vidyalaya works to bring education to children in rural and tribal areas of India through a unique one-teacher school model. These schools provide basic education, digital literacy, and life skills to children in remote villages where access to education is limited. By supporting Ekal, we help empower communities through education and opportunity.

Adopt A Class Foundation

Adopt A Class parters with local schools to support teachers and students by providing funding for classroom resources, educational programs, mentorship opportunities. Their work helps strengthen local classrooms and ensures students have the tools they need to succeed.

Every registration and donation helps support these important initiatives and creates lasting impact both locally and globally.

Whether you're running for a personal best or walking to enjoy the day, your steps make an impact.

For Sponsorship details, please contact:

Nidhi Bedi: 513-378-5453

Sapna Susarla: 513-289-2975

Lakshya Arora 614-218-9141

Parkinson’s Steady Strides 5K

Dedicated to the physical, mental, emotional and social needs of those living with Parkinson’s disease in the Greater Dayton/Cincinnati metroplex, Parkinson Support & Wellness exists to help those with PD learn about the disease, which empowers individuals to take control and make connections with local resources like support and exercise groups.

Steady Strides, a timed 5K race and walk brings people together to raise funds for our mission to serve the local Parkinson community. These funds go directly toward financial grants made to local exercise and therapy organizations and to essential educational programs like PD-EDU.

Our big day isn't just a 5k; it's a joyful gathering of our community and a demonstration of the impact we can make when we work together. Free food from some of our area’s iconic brands, musical entertainment and a Basket Raffle extravaganza will be found in the Wetterer’s Way concourse adjacent to the Start/Finish line.

Fundraising Teams

Friends and family teams are the core that makes Steady Strides a financial success and a truly communal gathering. Joined by a common connection to Parkinson Disease, these groups come together to assure that the support services so vital to a full and active life are available to their loved ones. Teams take on their own personalities and make sure to include fun as a focus of the day. And they can get pretty competitive when it comes to number of participants and funds raised.

Support for the teams frequently ranges beyond immediate, even extended, families and circle of friends. Teams solicit sponsors from their communities and across their social media groups as well. This raises awareness and grows financial contributions.

Team captains are supported by the Steady Strides Race Committee and will be contacted by the committee to assist in recruiting.

Packet Pick-Up

Registration will be available at packet pickup and also on race day.

Wednesday, September 24, 2025 2:00-7:00 pm Queen City Running West 5819 Cheviot Road Cincinnati, OH 45247 513-918-4845

Thursday, September 25, 2025 11:00-3:00 pm Queen City Running North 8777 Cincinnati-Dayton Rd. West Chester, OH 45069 513-942-5005

Age Groups : 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79; 80+

Awards

1st and 2nd overall

1st in each age group

Concourse and Race Day registration open at 8:00AM

Accessible parking available

Runners start: at 10:00AM

The fun doesn’t end at the finish line!

Our post-race party helps to distinguish Steady Strides as not just a great 5k, but a chance for our community to come together in fun and fellowship.

Course

Course Map