13 running events in Columbus, Indiana

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/

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.

THE CAUSE – Near the conclusion of each school year, the Bartholomew Consolidated School Foundation (BCSF) acknowledges a deserving educator from the Bartholomew Consolidated School Corporation (BCSC). The “Good, Better, Best” recognition – awarded in honor of two BCSC Hall of Fame, long-time educators (Ross Wallace and Chuck Grimes) – goes to a BCSC employee that has gone “above and beyond” and “outside the box” in their passionate attempt to make education as positive and memorable of an experience as possible for the students they serve. Our hope is that proceeds from this race will continue to pay tribute to the legacy of not only Mr. Wallace/Mr. Grimes and this award’s recipients, but also draw attention to deserving educators everywhere for a long time to come.

Location & Time – Southside Elementary School/Bartholomew County 4-H Fairgrounds

1320 W 200 S Columbus, IN 47201

2025-26 school year “Good, Better, Best” winner recognized at 8:15

Race start – 8:30am

Event Registration – Online: https://runsignup.com/Race/IN/Columbus/IndianaTiming

Day of Race: 7:30 – 8:00 a.m.

Registration fees are non-refundable

Cost – On or before April 13, 2026 ($20) Age 16/under ($15) **Add $10 if shirt is wanted

On or after April 13, 2026 ($25) Age 16/under ($20) **Add $10 if shirt is wanted

Results – Indiana Timing will be timing the event and results will be posted at Indiana Timing the same day.

For More Information/Questions – [email protected] or (317) 701-8415

Welcome to the second year of the I am Me Jamboree!

CHECK-IN: 7:30am

Race Start Time: 9:00am

I am Me Jamboree is open to all abilities, all ages, and all paces! The event features two (2) different event courses!! These courses support the inclusion of individuals with physical, mental, and/or emotional disabilities to fully participate in a race event! There is a 0.5k and 5k walk/run/roll course in downtown Columbus, Indiana!! Whether one can participate unassisted, or one needs assistive devices (walker, cane, wheelchair, crutches, supports, scooter, etc.) to complete a course, all are welcome!!

At least two (2) hours will be allotted to complete either of the event courses. This removes the stringent minimum mile pace requirement that prevents many from being able to participate in other races. The 0.5k event is approximately 0.3 miles and the 5k is 3.1 miles.

The proceeds from this event will benefit an organization that supports and advocates for individuals with disabilities. A different organization is selected each year!

**Recreational vehicles/devices/bicycles will not be permitted. Strollers and wagons are permitted.

Route:

0.5k Route

5k Route

Firecracker 5K is a Columbus Running Club event which raises funds for high school scholarships for Bartholomew Co students.

Race is primarily on paved trail in out/back configuration with one controlled road crossing.

Race Day Registration and Packet Pick-up at the Start/Finish from 7:00 am until race start.

Awards:

Overall male and female receive gift certificates to White River Running Co.

Age group winners (10 yr age groups), male and female receive gift certificates to White River Running Co

Refreshments - fruit, water, sports drink, snacks at finish. Water and sports drink near turnaround

Parking - In lot at corner of Vickers Dr and Poshard Dr and along Poshard Dr west of Vickers Dr. The parking lot by the soccer stadium west of the start is also available with access from Poshard Dr.