Parkinson's Steady Strides 5K 2026

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

Dirt Days Trail Series - Powder Keg

Saturday, August 22, 2026 9:00 am

Carter Park, Deerfield Township

The Powder Keg is a perennial favorite. Explore the many trails of Carter Park which is behind the Historic Kings Mansion. The course will be fun and challenging. You will do a loop that will take you to down near the Little Miami River. Follow along the river on the old abandoned King Road. Explore an old dam. Climb the "Stairway to Heaven". Race distance is listed as 3.5 miles. However, your mileage may vary. This is the sixth event of the Dirt Days Trail Series.

The Powder Keg 5K Trail Race is presented by Deerfield Township and The Arts Alliance.

Plenty of FREE parking is available at the school adjacent to the park.

Benefit:

A portion of the proceeds benefit The Arts Alliance toward future arts programming.

Location:

Carter Park is located behind the old Kings Mansion on King Avenue just North of Kings Island. Carter Park Web Page.

I-71 to Kings Mills Exit. Go East past Columbia. Kings Mills turns into King Ave. Mansion is on the Left.

Google: 1720 King Ave, Kings Mills, OH 45034 to get directions from your location

GPS Coordinates: 39.358236, -84.246142

Ample Free parking at Kings Elementary next door.

The Course:

Scenic course explores the trails of the Historic Kings Mansion. Course will be fun and challenging. You will do a loop that will take you to down near the Little Miami River. Follow along the river on the old abandoned King Road. Explore an old dam. Make your ascent to the top via a series of steps. Then, you will explore the north side of the park trails. Follow around some ball fields and then the final push to the finish. Race distance is listed as 3.5 miles. However, your mileage may vary.

Run Divisions:

Run - Men & Women: 14/under, 15-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69 and 70/over.

Walk Divisions:

Walk - Men & Women 29/under, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60/over

Individual Event Awards:

Awards to overall male and female runner and walker. There are age group awards for this event.

Age Group awards will be presented immediately after the race based on the above divisions.

Randomly drawn door prizes.

You must be present to win any random drawing and you cannot accept for someone else, so stick around!

T-Shirts:

Powder Keg T-shirts (Short Sleeved) are available for $12 while supplies last. Sign up early if you know you want one to be sure to get the size that you want.

Amenities:

We will have a variety of treats for you.

Registration Fee:

Registration Fee: $23.50. Online registration only.

Kids 14 and under will receive a $5 discount at checkout.

We also offer a season pass for the entire Dirt Days Trail Series. One price covers all eight events. More information.

You may register online up to race time.

Race Day Registration and pick up:

There is no early packet pick up for this event. Check in on day of race is from 7:30 am through 8:45 am.

There is no paper registration. Sign up online prior to coming or you can sign up with your mobile phone.

The Dirt Days Trail Series:

This is the sixth leg of the Dirt Days Trail Series.