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15 running, walking, spartan, and other events in Columbus, Indiana

From big races to Saturday morning group runs—find running, walking, spartan, duathlon, and fun run events and connect with the local endurance sports community.

  • Be The Love 5K [indianatiming.com] [Register at runsignup.com]

    Sat, Feb 14, 2026 at 9:00 AM

    Description

    Come help Eleanor Dickson and her Senior Project as 100% of funds go towards the Beloved initiative!

    Don't know what Beloved is...well then come and Be The Love at the 5K and here is what to...

    Come help Eleanor Dickson and her Senior Project as 100% of funds go towards the Beloved initiative!

    Don't know what Beloved is...well then come and Be The Love at the 5K and here is what to expect...

    "The heart behind everything we do at Beloved is our dedication to the well-being of vulnerable kids. When we first learned that children leaving unstable living situations often carry their few belongings in garbage bags, we were moved to action by that tragic but solvable problem. Far too many kids connect those trash bags with their own feelings of worthlessness and rejection. I have heard many adults who spent time in foster care describe the moment by saying, "That's the day I knew I had been thrown away," or "That's when I knew I was trash."

    When we replace that garbage bag with a new Beloved Bag, we replace that damaging lie with the truth that every child is unequivocally, unconditionally Beloved."

    Find out more at https://belovedbags.org/

    5k Run Walk

    719 5th Street, Columbus, Indiana, 47201, United States
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  • Love Chapel Leprechaun Dash [indianatiming.com] [Register at runsignup.com]

    Tue, Mar 17, 2026 at 6:00 PM

    Description

    Leprechaun Dash 5K for Love Chapel 🍀

    Run, Celebrate, and Give Back this Saint Patrick’s Day!

    Come celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day in a very FUN way — and help make this a tradition that will FOREVER be...

    Leprechaun Dash 5K for Love Chapel 🍀

    Run, Celebrate, and Give Back this Saint Patrick’s Day!

    Come celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day in a very FUN way — and help make this a tradition that will FOREVER be a Saint Patrick’s Day in support of Love Chapel!

    We are thrilled to partner with Upland Columbus Pump House to bring you a race that starts at Mill Race Park and finishes with celebration at Upland. Whether you’re racing for a PR, walking with friends, or just in it for the post-run beverage… there’s a spot for you.

    Every step supports Love Chapel and the work we do to provide food, financial assistance, and shelter support to families in crisis.

    Race Options & Pricing

    5K Run/Walk – Standard

    $30

    Includes:

    ✔ 5K Entry

    ✔ Event Koozie

    ✔ Finisher Medal

    5K Run/Walk – 21+ Pub Finish

    $35

    Includes:

    ✔ 5K Entry

    ✔ 1 Drink Ticket (redeemable at Upland Columbus Pump House)

    ✔ Event Koozie

    ✔ Finisher Medal

    Must be 21+ with valid ID

    400 Meter “Dash to the Draft” – 21+

    $50

    Includes:

    ✔ 400 Meter Fun Race to Upland

    ✔ 2 Drink Tickets

    ✔ Event Koozie

    ✔ Finisher Medal

    Must be 21+ with valid ID

    Event Schedule

    5:00 PM – On-site packet pickup & race-day registration at Mill Race Park

    6:00 PM – 5K Run & Walk begins

    6:00 PM – 400 Meter Race to Upland Pump House begins

    6:01 PM – Post-race beverages at Upland Pump House

    (Yes… we anticipate someone being that fast 😉)

    🍀 Why We Run

    Love Chapel provides critical support to individuals and families in our community facing food insecurity, housing instability, and financial crisis. Your participation directly helps create brighter days for those who need it most.

    So wear your green, grab your friends, and join us for a Saint Patrick’s Day celebration that gives back.

    Run. Walk. Dash. Celebrate. Support.

    5k Run Walk

    50 Carl Miske Drive, Columbus, Indiana, 47201, United States
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