60 running events in Columbus, Ohio

We are bringing movement to you!

The mission of Move Together Columbus is to address health disparities in Columbus, Ohio through the power of movement and togetherness.

Together, we are hosting free monthly fun run/walk events at select Columbus Public School locations, bringing together students, teachers, parents, community members and local wellness enthusiasts in a safe and inclusive environment.

​​Move Together Columbus is a collaborative initiative between Columbus City Schools Wellness Initiative, Fleet Feet, Brooks, Miles for Justice, and Safe Space Running aimed at promoting community fitness and wellness through walking and running.

MOVEMENT IS MEDICINE

Our inner-city communities face numerous health issues, including limited access to healthcare, higher rates of chronic diseases, and disparities in health outcomes.

Movement can play a crucial role in preventative medicine for our communities by promoting physical activity, reducing stress, and improving overall well-being. By encouraging regular exercise, healthy eating habits, and access to healthcare resources, movement can help prevent chronic diseases and improve the overall health of marginalized populations.

MEETUP SCHEDULE

Schedule subject to change. Meetups are held rain or shine. We start moving at 5:00pm! Arrive early for parking and plan on joining us for 60-90 minutes.

All events are FREE but we do need you to register, please!

Move Together Community Kickoff Celebration

Wednesday, January 21st @ West High School

Wednesday, February 25th @ Walnut Ridge High School

Wednesday, March 18th @ Hamilton STEM

Wednesday April 15th @ Alpine Elementary School

Wednesday, May 27th @ Gables Elementary

Wednesday, June 17th (TBD)

Wednesday, July 22nd @ Southwood Elementary

Wednesday August 19th @ Livingston Elementary

Wednesday, September 23rd @ West High School

Wednesday, October 21st @ Walnut Ridge High School

Wednesday, November 18th @ Hamilton STEM

Wednesday December 9th @ Alpine Elementary School

BUT WAIT THERE'S MORE

At each event you can look forward to a fun up-beat atmosphere with guided run/walk routes, music, giveaways, raffles, and post-movement Q&A's.

Come Move With Us!

Ready to run your heart out? Join us for the annual Couple Shuffle 2-mile, 5k, and 10k! Whether you're sprinting with your sweetheart or racing solo, this Valentine themed race promises a heart-pounding good time. Enjoy a course sprinkled with fun photo ops, and a finish line filled with sweet treats and high-fives. Put on your running shoes and let’s make this Valentine’s a day to remember! 💖🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️Fun for the whole family!

The fun includes-

• Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal

• Chip-timing with live results and awards

• 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!

• 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!

• 2-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!

What a great way to kick off the spring season with something sweet to enjoy with family and friends! All participants will receive high quality swag and most importantly a freshly baked cookie in the flavor of your choosing at the finish line. The event kicks off with the Kids Cookie Run at 10:00am followed by the 1mi, 5k, & 10k run/walk at 10:15am.

All 1mi, 5k and 10k participants will receive a cookie, finish line photos, a reusable cookie run branded mug, finisher medals (amazing full color custom diecast medals), custom race bibs, a chip timed race, instant results, snacks, fruit, refreshments, beautiful race course downtown Columbus along the water and more!

Kids Cookie Dash participants will have their choice to receive swag during registration however all participants will receive a cookie including those who sign up for the free race!

For full race details please visit the event website at: https://www.usaracetiming.com/cookie

Sign up to participate in the 10th Annual 5K Run and 1 Mile Walk for Brain Injury Awareness presented by Ohio State's Chronic Brain Injury Program.

This event is hosted by the undergraduate student organization Buckeyes Raising Awareness in Neuroscience (BRAIN). This event takes place at the RPAC North Plaza, near The Buckeye Bike Hub (337 Annie and John Glenn Ave). All proceeds directly benefit brain injury survivors, including through our NeuroNights program, a joint initiative between The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, The Ohio State University Chronic Brain Injury program, and BRAIN to provide comprehensive communal and wellness support for brain injury survivors. Please contact us at [email protected] if you have any questions or concerns!

Last year's race proceeds benefitted the following:

• We awarded a $500 scholarship to Jackie Palmer, recipient of the Mark Minister Award and donated $500 on her behalf to the Healthy Minds program at the Brain Injury Association of Ohio

• We contributed $4,500 to fund our second annual Brain Injury Community Day

• We are planning a Brain Injury Awareness Gala for the winter and a Brain Injury Awareness Retreat!

The 2026 Scioto Miles Spring Race Series presented by ASICS is back and better than ever!

This exciting series features two races on March 1st and March 22nd, offering participants the opportunity to challenge themselves with distances of 5K, 10K, or 15K at each event.

Series participants will receive a pair of top-of-the-line ASICS Cumulus, or GT-2000 running shoes, a custom Ciele hat, a race shirt, and two finisher medals to commemorate their accomplishments.

Whether you are a seasoned runner or a beginner looking to start your racing journey, this series has something for everyone. Lace up your shoes and join us for an unforgettable racing experience!

What: 5K, 10K & 15K Race Series. Both dates feature a 5K loop course! Participants have the option to complete the distance of their choice at both events. PLUS, a FREE Kids Run!

When: Sunday, March 1st and Sunday, March 22nd.

• Start time for 5K, 10K & 15K is 8:00am for both events!

• Start time for FREE Kids Run is 7:45am. More info below!

Where: Genoa Park on the Scioto Mile!

Who: You! Runners and Walkers of ALL abilities are welcomed!

Can't run, but want to be a part of the fun? VOLUNTEER! Click here to sign up and get a voucher for your help!

When do I get my shoes? What?! I get a pair of shoes? Indeed! Not to mention all the other swag!!

THE SWAG

The 2026 Scioto Miles swag is the cats meow. We are excited to partner with ASICS for shoes, and Ciele for our custom running hat! Additionally, we partner with Wood Street Sports for the finest race shirt you'll ever wear. Plus, stay tuned for our medal reveal for another classic design you'll be proud to display!

THE SHIRT

Our partner, Wood Street Sports, designs and produces the most stylish and comfortable shirts in running events! We're confident you'll like the Scioto Miles event tee as much as we do!

THE SHOES

​During registration you will select your shoe size and functionality. Functionality options are Neutral, Stabilty or Unknown. If unknown, we will help you find the right fit during pick up! The Scioto Miles shoes are the ASICS Cumulus 26, or GT-2000. Colors will vary, and are first come first served.

THE HAT

Ciele produces build the best products they can in the most responsible manner. Their hats are designed for athletes and adventurers of all kinds. We are stoked to collaborate for our exclusive Ciele x Scioto Miles running hat!

THE MEDALS

We partner with the best produce of race medals in the US to provide you with the best momento of your efforts! The 2026 medals feature a beautiful shot of the Columbus skyline as taken on race morning before the sun comes up! We love the serenity of race morning watching the sun come up over the city before the controlled chaos that is race day! Now you get to enjoy a little taste of that for yourself!

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THE DETAILS

Packet Pickup: Two separate packet pickup dates for each event.

• March 1st event – February 27-28 at Fleet Feet Lewis Center

• March 22nd event – March 20-21 at Fleet Feet Lewis Center

• Race day – Starting at 7:00 a.m. No shoe pickup. Shirt and bib pickup only!

Plus, you get:

• 3 distances to choose from for each event.

• 1 pair of ASICS Cumulus, or GT-2000 running shoes with registration for the series.

• 1 unique event tee with registration for the series or the March 1st event.

• 1 custom Ciele running hat with registration for the series or the March 22nd event.

• 2 Die-Cast Finisher’s Medals

• Spring Training Passport – Participants will receive special discounts on all their training apparel and accessory needs and more!

How much does the series cost?

• Through November 30th - $135 - for the series with shoes

• December 1 through December 15th – $145 - for the series with shoes

• December 16th through December 31st – $155 - for the series with shoes

• January 1st through January 15th – $165 - for the series with shoes

• January 15th through Race Day – $175 - for the series with shoes

Not sure you can commit to both dates?! Don't want the shoes?! No worries, you can sign up for each event individually! Individual event participants receive the following:

• March 1st event:

• ​3 distances to choose from.

• 1 unique event tee (no hat for race 2!)

• 1 Finisher medal

• Spring Training Passport – Participants will receive special discounts on all their training apparel and accessory needs and more!

• March 22nd event:

• ​3 distances to choose from.

• 1 custom Ciele running hat (no shirt for race 2!)

• 1 Finisher medal

• Spring Training Passport – Participants will receive special discounts on all their training apparel and accessory needs and more!

How much does an individual event cost?

• Through November 30th – $45 – Individual events only. No shoes.

• December 1 through December 15th – $50 – Individual events only. No shoes.

• December 16th through December 31st - $55 – Individual events only. No shoes.

• January 1st through January 15th - $60 – Individual events only. No shoes.

• January 16th through race day – $65 – Individual events only. No shoes.

Please note: Fleet Feet Sports has a NO REFUND and NO BIB TRANSFER policy for all events.​

Parking: Parking can be found at city meters and paid lots adjacent to the COSI.

The Course: Join us along the Scioto Mile as we take advantage of the amazing trail and beautiful view! Repeat 5K loop as necessary to complete 10K and 15K. Course is marked with arrows and cones. Follow the arrows and cones and you’re on the right track. Click here to view the course map.

FREE Kids Run!

Parents, bring the kiddos along to join in on the fun and race the Half Mile Kids Run! Kiddos 12 and under are invited to participate.

• Registered kiddos will receive chip timing, and finishers medal!

• FREE youth shirts are available first come!

• Kiddos MUST be registered please!

• Course map for the Kids Run can be found here!

Shoe Pickup: Participants for the series will receive a pair of Running Shoes!

• Registered participants for the series are receiving a pair of Running Shoes!

• Shoes are limited to the first 1,500 registrants. (If you can select shoe size during registration they are still available! If you can't select size they are no longer available.)

• During registration you will select your shoe size and functionality. Functionality options are Neutral, Stabilty or Unknown. If unknown, we will help you find the right fit during pick up!

• During shoe pick up Fleet Feet will verify your size, and you will test the fit. No size exchanges once shoes have left Fleet Feet

• Shoe will be available to pick up beginning 2/6/2026 You may choose to come in at anytime during normal business hours. Stay tuned for more details about shoe pick up.

Please note that shoe pickup details may change based on external factors. Any changes will be communicated as soon as possible via email.

​Results

2026 - March 1, Scioto Miles Race #1 Results

2024 - March 3, Scioto Miles - Results Photos

2024 - March 24, Scioto Miles - RESULTS PHOTOS

2023 - March 26th Scioto Miles - Results Photos

2023 - March 5th Scioto Miles - Results Photos

2022 - March 27th Scioto Miles - Results Photos

2022 - March 6th Scioto Miles - Results Photos

2019 - April Scioto Miles Race - Results

2019 - March Scioto Miles Race - Results

2018 - April Scioto Miles Race - Results

2018 - March Scioto Miles Race - Results Photos

2017 - April Scioto Miles Race – Results Photos

2017 - March Scioto Miles Race – Results Photos

2016 - April Scioto Miles – Results Photos

2016 - March Scioto Miles – Results Photos

2015 - April Scioto Miles – Results Pics Album 1 Album 2 Album 3 Album 4

2015 - March Scioto Miles – Results Photos!

2013 - April Scioto Miles – 5K 10K 15K Photos

2013 - March Scioto Miles – 5K 10K 15K Photos Video

2012 – April Scioto Miles – 5K 10K 15K Photos

2012 – March Scioto Miles – 5K 10K Photos

🏁 Wiener Dog Olympics – How It Works

The Wiener Dog Olympics return to the Columbus Pet Expo with more races, more chaos, and more adorable champions than ever. Each day features multiple preliminary heats that lead into one or two high‑energy Final Races in the main arena.

🎬 Daily Race Format

Friday & Saturday

Two separate race blocks each day

Each block includes three preliminary heats

The top two dogs from each heat advance to that block’s Daily Final

That means two Finals per day:

Afternoon Final

Evening Final

Sunday

One race block with three preliminary heats

The top two dogs from each heat advance to the Sunday Afternoon Final

If a heat winner cannot return for the Final, The runner‑up from that heat automatically takes their place.

🐶 Race Track & Rules

The track is 60 feet long

The first dog to cross the finish line wins

All races are designed to be fun, friendly, and full of classic dachshund chaos

🌭 Costumes

Every participating Dachshund receives a free hot dog costume to wear during the race.

Costumes must be worn during the event to compete in the Wiener Dog Olympics.

📝 Registration Rules

All races are free to enter

Each owner may enter only one dog per day

Each dog may participate in one heat only per day

Choose your preferred heat time during registration

Heats fill quickly — early registration is encouraged

Join us for the annual Time to Paddy 5k/10k and Lucky 13.1 Half Marathon! A St. Patrick-themed run that is perfect for the whole family.

The fun includes great swag (designer shirt, custom medal), chip-timing, live results and awards, free photos, a "biggest team" contest, a kids' dash, great post-race food, and 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 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!)

Grab your friends and register as a "team" for special pricing and a chance to win the "Biggest Paddy (team)" award! Create a team, or join an existing team during registration. Once 5 people have registered on that team, all team members will be refunded $5, once ten people register $10 will be refunded!

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

The Buckeye 5K is a beloved annual tradition hosted by the Undergraduate Student Government at The Ohio State University, bringing students, faculty, and the community together for a fun and active experience. Join fellow Buckeyes as you race around the world-famous Oval, soaking in the energy and spirit of campus. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a great time with friends and family, this event is open to all skill levels.

Plus, the first 225 registrants will receive a free Buckeye 5K t-shirt, so sign up early to secure yours! Don't miss this exciting opportunity to celebrate fitness, camaraderie, and Buckeye pride.

Breathe Strong 5K is more than a run or walk—it’s a movement to honor lives touched by lung cancer and to fight for a future with earlier detection, better treatments, and stronger support. Lung cancer remains one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths and often shows little to no warning until it has progressed, making awareness and education lifesaving.

At the event, we will provide critical information about lung cancer risks, warning signs, screening, and information on support resources for patients and families. All proceeds from the Breathe Strong 5K will directly support lung cancer research and family support groups through a donation to the Blue Beautiful Skies Fund for Lung Cancer research at The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center- The James. Donations help fund breakthroughs, offer hope, and remind everyone that they don't face this disease alone. Together, we walk to remember, to educate, and to help every breath count. We are thankful for the generous support from the Mary Ann Kirkby Living with Lung Cancer Fund at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center for the event T-shirts.

Register by 03/08/2026 to guarantee your selected T-shirt size. Registrations after 03/08/2026 will receive a T-shirt based on the available sizes.

Race start times: Kids Run 8:45 AM - 10 Miler: 9:00 AM - 5K: 9:10 AM

About this Race

Whether you're getting ready for that spring half-marathon or looking to test your winter training in a 5K, the Franklinton 10 Miler and 5K are for you. We have race options of 5K and 10 miles. Join us on April 4th for something fantastic, the Franklinton 10 Miler and 5K. This race is all on the paved asphalt Scioto Greenway Trails, it is not a trail run.

We're going to deliver great shirts, finisher medals for everyone, and a fun time. You're going to craft the memories. Celebrate your winter training with this early spring classic in Franklinton!

Our benefiting charity

The Franklinton 10 Miler and 5K is supporting Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Ohio through donations made through the race site. If you want to help out or learn more, simply click on the big "DONATE" button at the top of the page. You are not required to register for the race to donate.

The Franklinton 10 Miler and 5K is part of the 2026 season of the RUNColumbus Race Series!

Question: Is it supposed to be DO NOT STOP, or DONUT STOP? Answer: YES!

Like Running or Walking? Love Donuts? This race is for you! Join us for the annual DoNot Stop Half Marathon, 5k/10k! A donut-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

• Free photos

• Delicious donut 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 $15

• 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!

1 Day for the K.I.A. 12 Hour Endurance Run

April 18, 2026 10am-10pm

'To support the children and siblings of those who have been killed in action, missing in action, listed as prisoner of war, or deemed 100% disabled due to their service by assisting in the child's education through the Living Legacy Scholarship.

REGISTRATION COST GOES TO THE ORGANIZATION SO THAT WE CAN CONTINUE TO HOST RACES. ALL DONATIONS BEYOND REGISTRATION COST GO DIRECTLY TO THE LIVING LEGACY SCHOLARSHIP - THE MOST TANGIBLE AND ICONIC MANIFESTATION OF OUR MISSION.'

Runners have exactly 12 hours to cover as many miles as they can. They are allowed to sleep, eat, leave and come back, and even flat out stop running whenever they want to - whatever they want to do get the furthest mileage possible. Due to the rules and structure of this type of run, it simply tests one thing: How far can you push yourself?

We also have a 10K option for those who still want to support us outside of the 12 Hour Endurance Run!

Location: The Ohio State University Oval

Registration Options: 12-Hour Solo- $60 12-Hour Solo Virtual- $60

10k Race- $30 12-Hour 2 Person Team- $110

12-Hour 3 Person Team- $150 12-Hour 4 Person Team- $200

12-Hour 5 Person Team- $240 12-Hour 6 Person Team- $270

12-Hour Sponsored Solo 12- Hour Sponsored Team

• The 10K is In-Person or Virtual. You will receive a t-shirt! The 1DK trophy is exclusively for the 12 Hour Endurance Runners. The 10K will start at 8am with the Ultra Marathon! *

• Registration includes a race packet with a race t-shirt, race bib, medal and more!

Sponsored Runners: One of our premier fundraising methods is our Sponsored Runners. Before the run, these runners will secure "sponsorships" from friends, family, and anyone who may want to contribute to the cause. By "sponsoring" a runner, these donors are agreeing to donate a specified amount per mile that their runner covers in the 12 hours. With this setup, each literal step forward made by our Sponsored Runners is symbolic of the pain they are willing to endure and their desire to bring positive change upon our deserving families through the Living Legacy Scholarship.

If you register as a sponsored runner or team, you will need to become a fundraiser when you go through the registration process

Fundraising: Thanks to the generous contributions of others and the all-volunteer aspect of our team members, 100% of the profits raised through:

• Sponsored Runner Sponsorships

• Corporate Sponsorships

• Day of Race Donations

• Scholarship Specific Donations

go toward our Living Legacy Scholarship endowment fund. Race registration fees are traditionally attributed to race and organization operational funds.

Get ready for the 3rd Annual Kicks for Kids 5K presented by The Running Outreach Initiative and Buckeyes for Public Health! Taking place at The Ohio State University's Recreational and Physical Activity Center (RPAC), the Kicks for Kids 5K will take you up and around the university's beautiful Oval, finishing in the shadow of historic Ohio Stadium. The races will take place on Sunday, April 19th near OSU's Bike Hub next to the tennis courts (find parking info below). The 5K will begin at 10 am sharp, with the 1-mile Fun Run/Walk starting just a couple minutes behind. The sign-in table will open at 9:15 am, and refreshments will be provided. Even more, Brutus Buckeye will start the races!

As part of The Running Outreach Initiative's mission to increase the accessibility of running, registration prices for this race have been set as low as possible. Additionally, we have plenty of free stuff to offer you!

Registration includes:

• Entry to the 5K or 1-mile fun run/walk

• ***Free race T-shirt (sign up before they sell out!)

• 1 free raffle ticket

• Race bib with chip timing

• Photo opportunity with Brutus Buckeye

• Finisher's medal

• Snacks & refreshments

Prizes are up for grabs! Top male and female age group finishers will each receive a gift card to a local business, with age groups being 11 & under, 12 to 14, and 15 & up. Additionally, each participant will be granted a free raffle ticket to apply for a range of prizes, with further raffle tickets costing $2 each.

Lace up for change! Revenue from race entry fees and raffle tickets will support The Running Outreach Initiative's cause:

• The Running Outreach Initiative is an OSU student-led nonprofit whose mission is to enrich the lives of elementary and middle school students through the power of running. This accessible sport provides health benefits and social opportunities, though many of our coaches have also experienced the role that running has played in developing their character, including their self-motivation, grit, and confidence. TROI wants to remove the financial barriers to participation in this incredible sport, therefore all revenue generated from the Kicks for Kids 5K will be used to purchase brand-new injury-preventing running shoes for the ~100 youth athletes whom TROI coaches in the Columbus area across its programs at Graham Elementary & Middle School, North Columbus Preparatory Academy, South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield, and A+ Children's Academy. Learn more at https://www.instagram.com/runningoutreachosu/.

• Buckeyes for Public Health is an OSU student organization partnering with TROI to organize this event and raise funds in support of TROI's contributions to youth public health in the Columbus community. Learn more at https://org.osu.edu/buckeyesforpublichealth/.

This year's race will be held in the Recreational and Physical Activity Center (RPAC) at The Ohio State University on Sunday, April 19th, 2026. This will count as a USAT Collegiate Nationals qualifier. An indoor triathlon is based on time rather than distance, allowing all levels of ability the opportunity to compete! There will be a 10 minute swim in the indoor competition pool. Then there is a 15 minute transition that allows you to change into biking clothes/get situated at your stationary bike. The stationary bike ride will last 20 minutes. A 5 minute transition is then given to allow you enough time to get to the track. Concluding the race is a 15 minute run on our indoor track. Prizes will be given out to our winners.

Prizes: This years prizes include a Roka Wetsuit! The top male and top female finishers will each be awarded a certificate to purchase a wetsuit.

Race Wave Assignments: Subject to some exceptions, collegiate racers will race first, followed by open racers. Preliminary wave assignments will be posted on April 12th, 2026 and will be emailed out. Any registrations after April 12th will be placed in the last waves.

We will not be taking requests for specific wave placements.

Registration Deadline: While there is no official registration deadline, the race does have a maximum capacity. Please, keep this in mind.

Questions? Contact the Coordinator

Contact: Jack McCarty

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://tosutriathlon.com/

Event Start Times: Kids Fun Run 9:45 AM -- 5K Run/Walk & 1.5-Mile Walk 10:00 AM

The 2026 Pharmathon 5K Run/Walk has both in-person and virtual options so you can choose the way you'd prefer to participate. For those who prefer the in-person race experience, please join us at 10 AM on Sunday, April 26, 2026, at The Ohio State University RPAC (337 West 17th Ave 43210) for a 5K or 1.5-mile trek around the university.

Our 2026 virtual experience will also take place on April 26. Virtual materials will be mailed prior to the event as long as your registration is completed by April 11 (virtual registrations after this date may have materials arrive after the virtual event date, though you will have everything you need to complete the virtual event on April 26 emailed to you).

What is the Ohio State University Pharmacy Alumni Society Pharmathon 5K?

A 3.1 Timed Run/Walk or 1.5-mile Untimed Run/Walk to promote health, wellness, and provide education on prescription drug misuse and prevention. This event was established in 2015 through a collaborative effort amongst the Pharmacy Alumni Society Governing Board and the College of Pharmacy Students. The event is put on with assistance from the Columbus Running Company, a locally-owned running specialty retailer. Funds raised will be used to promote awareness and education on safe medication-taking practices through the Pharmacy Alumni Society Governing Board and the College of Pharmacy Generation Rx program.

Please note: Children aged 3-12 will have their discount registration price of $10 through March 31 ($15 after April 1) automatically applied at checkout based on their age.

Join us April 30 at Bluffsview Elementary School for the Bluffsview Color Run!

Food trucks and music will get going at 5:30pm with the race beginning at 6:00pm.

The race is FREE for ALL, but we do need you to register! Click the link above to register now!

The Color Run at our school is inspired by Holi, a fun and vibrant celebration from India, where people throw colorful powders to celebrate the arrival of spring and the triumph of good over evil.

It's a time for people to come together, play, and spread joy, and during our Color Run, we’ll experience this colorful tradition while having fun and staying active!

PARKING: Please park in the Bluffsview parking lots. Overflow parking is available on Bluffstream Ct and Bluffpoint Ct.

The annual 5K run/1 mile walk benefits Stop the Suffering, a 501 (c)(3) based in Columbus, Ohio that saves animals from shelters and other situations in which their lives might be at risk. STS adopts out about 500 dogs a year, transports around 4,000 cats and dogs from rural shelters and puppy mills, to rescue organizations. STS also sponsors the vet care, boarding expenses and other costs when needed to help save an animal's life. Additionally, STS has a program that helps with many local municipalities spay and neuter programs in order to help control the pet population.

This is a rain or shine event. In the instance of severe weather it would be up to the race director to call it for the safety of all participants, volunteers, and vendors.

McConnell 5K Course Records

Male: James Zeuch 15:37.60 (2017)

Female: Julia Harris 18:35.20 (2025)

The 15th Annual McConnell 5K Run/Walk and 1 Mile Walk fundraiser, benefiting the OhioHealth Foundation, will be held on Saturday, May 9, 2026, on the McConnell Heart Health Center campus. This race takes place on a combination of paved road surfaces and a beautiful, partially-wooded looped trail on the OhioHealth McConnell Heart Health Center property. The 5K course is mostly flat, with one or two hills. The 1-Mile Walk event will start at 8:30am followed by the 5K Walk/Run event at 9:00am.

The first half of the 5K course is on roads and a loop of the front parking lot, and the second half on the beautiful trail around the McConnell campus. The wooded trail has rolling hills and one challenging incline.

Sanctuary Night remains committed to offering trauma-informed care to women who are sexually exploited or at-risk of sexual exploitation. Our drop-in center on Sullivant Avenue continues to provide support for these women, many of whom are mothers, regardless of their custody status. In commemoration of these resilient women and to honor all mothers, we have chosen Mother's Day weekend for our annual 5K event.

Join us on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at Genoa Park in downtown Columbus.

**** EARLY BIRD SPECIAL! Register by MARCH 1st and receive a 15% discount on registration ****

Show your support and register today!

If you cannot participate in this event but would like to donate to Sanctuary Night, please select the DONATE button.

Registration Fee: $50

Registration includes a t-shirt and a medal!

The Empower Walk & 5K Run is for everyone who wants to make a difference in the autism community. Whether you choose to walk or run, participate as an individual or as part of a team — join us today to be a part of something truly impactful!

To register prior to May 7, or for more information, please visit our official Empower Walk & 5K Run site.

Schedule

• 9 a.m Registration opens

• 9:45 a.m. Superhero Sprint

• 10 a.m. 5k Run

• 10:30 a.m. Opening ceremony

• 11 a.m. Walk

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!

Lace up for something bigger than the finish line; help provide a critical lifeline to families experiencing a housing crisis.

Join Home for Families (HFF) for our inaugural 5K on the morning of Sunday, May 10 (Mother’s Day), at Wolfe Park in Columbus, and go the distance for moms and families facing severe housing instability. We are also offering a 1K walk, which will start at the same time as the 5k. With nearly 90% of families led by strong, single moms under 34, your support will help HFF go the distance to prevent homelessness for these young moms and their families.

Run for mom. Run for family. Run for change.

As one of the largest non-shelter housing providers for low-income families in Columbus, Home for Families works behind the scenes with a network of landlords, government agencies, and community partners to provide safe, secure, and affordable housing solutions to over 1,200 families experiencing housing crises each year. We are a family’s exit plan from shelter and actively partner with them to resolve ongoing barriers to housing and provide long-term solutions for stability.

Please note that no pets are allowed at this event. Service animals specifically trained to aid people with a disability are welcome.

Join us to celebrate our Girls on the Run program!

Our 5K event is unlike any other, as it is a non-competitive celebration of the girls' achievements ⭐️ Girls on the Run promotes healthy habits and lifelong confidence. Crossing the finish line instills confidence through completion and is a joyful moment program participants always remember! Join us at our 5K to support, cheer on, and cross the finish line alongside GOTR girls as they accomplish their goals!

Everyone in our program receives a commemorative medal to celebrate this incredible achievement.

** If you are a current participant or coach of the Girls on the Run or Heart & Sole program, you do not need to register for the 5K. Your program registration and volunteer service includes your entry into the 5K.

**If you are a GOTR/Heart & Sole alumna, meaning you have participated in the program in the past, you can email [email protected] to receive a 50% discount code for one entry. Please note that verification of your previous participation in Girls on the Run/Girls on Track/Heart & Sole will be done before a discount code is provided.

Who We Are: Healthy Kids Running Series is a five (5) week running program in the spring and fall for kids Pre-K through 8th grade. Each HKRS Series takes place once a week and offers age-appropriate running events including the 50 & 75 yard dashes, the 1/4 mile, the 1/2 mile and the 1 mile run. Kids will earn points for each race they complete based on their finish.

Pricing: The registration fee covers the entire five (5) weeks of the Series which includes race bibs for each week, a runner shirt, a finisher medal and any sponsor giveaways. Registration is non-refundable and non-transferable. Online Early Bird registration increases three weeks prior to the first race event.

High School: We also welcome our High School runners! Our high school students will be running a 2 mile race.

Challenger: This Series offers a Challenger Division which is an adaptive 75 yard race for children with disabilities and/or special needs. This allows for parents, siblings, and friends to be on the course with runners to provide support as well as bringing their own supportive devices such as crutches, braces, wheelchairs, etc. to be used by runners.

Single Day Racing: Single day race registration opens one hour prior to the start of each race. The registration fee covers one single race to be run on the day of registration. ALL single day registrations should be completed onsite at the race location. Single day racers will have the option to upgrade to the full series (see tab on the left side of the page for instructions). There is a strict no-refund and no-transfer policy.

Awards: All participants receive a medal on Week 5! Trophies will be awarded to the overall top finishers in each of the divisions listed below (broken out by boys and girls respectively):

Kindergarten & 1st Grade

2nd & 3rd Grade

4th & 5th Grade

6th to 8th Grade

High School

Challenger

Share your running photos with our community! Find us on Facebook @HealthyKidsRunning or Instagram @healthykidsrs!

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Please join us on Saturday, May 23, 2026, at our NEW location of Wolfe Park to participate in The Hunger Run 5K and help chase hunger out of Central Ohio! We've also added a 1-mile event option for those who want to participate in the Hunger Run but aren't ready for a 5K!

We are hosting the 7th Annual Hunger Run 5K in support of Neighborhood Services Inc. (NSI), a local food pantry and resource center located right here in Columbus, Ohio. Our goal is to spread awareness about hunger and food insecurity in central Ohio, bring the community together, and raise money for Neighborhood Services Inc.

Did you know that 13.5% of Franklin County residents are food insecure, nearly 1 in 5 Ohio children live in food-insecure households, and Ohio ranks #1 in food insecurity in the Midwest? These are just a few of the many reasons why Neighborhood Services Inc. is so important. NSI was started in 1965 through the workings of 12 different churches in the Columbus area and has been serving the University District and surrounding zip codes since its creation. NSI provides a variety of services to help support the community and reduce the effects of economic inequality and food insecurity in Columbus. Some of their initiatives include their food pantry, produce market, rent and utility assistance program, and special holiday programs.

In 2025, NSI served 760,089 meals to 50,393 individuals! This FUNdraiser has the ability to help feed even more well-deserving families and Columbus residents who are in need. We would love for you to join us in person (or virtually, if preferred) this May. Sign up today to walk or run, have some fun, and help race hunger out of Columbus!

Special pricing for those aged 23 and younger a $10 discount is automatically applied at checkout.

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Pricing

• Starting at $30

• $40 starting on January 23

• $45 starting on February 23

• $50 starting on March 23

• $55 starting on May 2

Join us for the Columbus Pet Run and Walk, a fun-filled event for you and your furry friends! Whether you're a seasoned runner or just enjoy a leisurely stroll, there's something for everyone. The event features a 1-mile walk and a 5K run, jog or walk and 10k so you can choose the distance that suits you best.

The scenic route takes you through beautiful parks and neighborhoods offering a picturesque backdrop for your run or walk. Participants are encouraged to bring their dogs along, making it a true family-friendly event.

A portion of the proceeds from the event go towards supporting local animal shelters and rescue organizations, so you can feel good knowing you're helping pets in need.

Don't miss out on this exciting event that combines fitness, fun and furry friends. Register today and get ready to wag and walk your way to a good time at the Columbus Pet Run and Walk!

• All 1mi, 5k and 10k participants will receive a giant size dog tag finisher's medal, a bandana (for either the human or the furry runner), a custom branded race bib, dog and cat treats, a chip timed race, instant results, snacks, refreshments and more!

• All animal participants will receive a dog tag-sized finisher's medal!

• The first 200 people to register will also receive a frisbee!

All those who sign up for the virtual race will receive both giant and dog tag sized finisher's medals as well as dog and/or cat treats!

Please join us for the 54th running of the UACA Memorial Day Run on Monday, May 25, 2026. This year, we are bringing back an option for a 5-mile run (well, almost, at 4.9 miles). There will still be the same 5K and 1-mile courses everyone has enjoyed the last few years. The courses race through the crowd filled and fast streets of Upper Arlington providing a great experience for serious and casual runners alike. All proceeds will benefit the charitable functions of the UACA.

Participants will receive an official UACA Memorial Day Run event shirt and an official finisher’s Medal. Awards given to the top finishers following the race. We look forward to another great Memorial Day celebration in Upper Arlington!

Join us on Sunday, May 31 at 9 a.m. for an unforgettable run or walk through the heart of Downtown Columbus, all with the incredible support of our host, the Columbus Crew; founding partner, Nationwide; and presenting sponsor, Bread Financial.

Start and finish your race at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field, soak in the electric atmosphere, and be part of something bigger than the finish line. Can't make it to Columbus? No worries! Virtual participation lets you run or walk from wherever you are.

This isn't just a 5K—it's a movement. Together, we're raising awareness and funds to advance the mission of The Kids Mental Health Foundation: to provide free, expert-created mental health resources to support kids.

Celebrate your fitness with us on June 7, 2026, at North Bank Park in Downtown Columbus!

Event Start Times:

Kids Run: 7:40 AM

10K (Run and/or Walk, Visually Impaired): 8:00 AM

Columbus 10K VIRTUAL: June 1 - June 7, 2026

OUR 2026 RACE IS READY FOR YOU!

Join us for the 2026 Columbus 10K presented by Barbasol, to be held on Sunday, June 7, 2026, at North Bank Park in downtown Columbus, Ohio. We're very excited to welcome runners and walkers to the 49th Annual Columbus 10K.

Originally run as the Citizen-Journal 10K in the summer of 1977, the Columbus 10K is "The Oldest Road Race in Columbus". The Columbus 10K is part of the 2026 season of the RUNColumbus Race Series.

All event details and information can be found at columbus10k.com

This event is in celebration of the Juneteenth Anniversary and promotes freedom and inclusion in the world of running and healthy lifestyles!

This free, unsanctioned event is open to all.

We meet at the Shepard Branch Library located at 850 N Nelson Rd.

Participants may Walk and/or Run. Available distances are:

• 1 Mile Underground Railroad Marker

• 5K Underground Trail Distance

• 4 Mile Underground Trail Distance

Black Men Run and Black Girls Run Columbus have teamed up with Fleet Feet Columbus and Saucony. There will be raffle prizes including free entries to the Columbus Marathon 5K & 1 Mile events, honoring the legacy of Jesse Owens. There will be Saucony shoe demos to try out on the trail.

Also, order your exclusive Juneteenth Unisex Vintage Triblend Tee for $25, or select "No Shirt" for free event registration. You can also purchase additional tees in the event store linked here! 100% of proceeds go towards future Juneteenth community walk/runs.

2025 RESULTS

A foot race held during the epic Tour De Grandview Cycling Classic event on Saturday, June 13th in downtown Grandview!

• What: One Mile Foot Race - USATF CERTIFIED! USATF COURSE ID OH25011JHP

• When: Saturday, June 13 - 4:10pm

• Where: Downtown Grandview

• Why: To run YOUR fastest mile during the coolest summer event in town. Registration is limited and will sell out early!

• Note: We have a small but mighty field of Elites who have priority access to the front of the race start. All-comers will line up directly behind the Elites. When the horn blares all runner take off chasing the prize money that goes to the first three women and men to cross the finish line!

Join Fleet Feet x Hoka test your mettle in a one mile dash during the Tour de Grandview Cycling Classic. The Tour de Grandview Cycling Classic attracts an international field of several hundred professional cyclists to central Ohio each year, as well as cycling enthusiasts and spectators from throughout the Midwest. The Tour de Grandview is organized by the City of Grandview Heights and a host of local volunteers and sponsors.

The Grandview Street Mile features a revolutionary approach to racing where elite and all-comers share the same roads and sweat it out with Ione common goal: put forth and epic effort to crush your mile PR! The beer at the street party might also play a role, but we're going stick with the glory that comes from a barf inducing mile effort!

How will it work?

• 1:00 pm – Junior 9-12 & 13-15 (20 minutes)

1:30 pm – Men’s Masters 50+ (Scored by 50-59, 60+) (30 minutes)

2:10 pm – Men’s Masters 40-49 (30 minutes)

2:50 pm – Women’s Category 3/4/5 (30 minutes)

3:30 pm – Men’s Category 4/5 (30 minutes)

4:10 pm – Foot Race- Presented by HOKA and Fleet Feet

4:45 pm – Kids Sprints (more information here.)

5:35 pm – Men’s Category 3/4 (40 minutes)

6:25 pm – Women’s Pro and Category 1/2/3 (50 minutes)

7:30 pm – Men’s Pro and Category 1/2/3 (60 minutes)

NOTE: Due to safety concerns on the backside of the course, the races will not be held after sunset.

What do you get?

• Epic, USATF-certified, one-mile footrace through Grandview

• Grandview Mile event tee

• Grandview Mile finisher towel

How much does it cost?

• $25 through May 30, or until it sells out. SPOTS ARE LIMITED!

• $30 June 1 until it sells out.

• Registration for the All-Comers race is limited and will sell out early!

Prize money for the elites! Elites get the chance to throw down for the $2,000 prize purse!

• $500 AND a pair of Hoka shoes for 1st place male & female

• $250 AND a pair of Hoka shoes for 2nd place male & female

• $150 AND a pair of Hoka shoes for 3rd place male & female

Click here to apply for the Elite field! Applicants will be notified the week of May 1st if they have made the cut!

Packet Pick Up:

• Early Pick Up - Held at Fleet Feet Upper Arlington June 5-6 from 11am to 7pm.

• Race Day Pick Up - Held at the Hoka & Fleet Feet Celebration Zone located on the northeast corner of Grandview Ave & 2nd Ave from 2:30p-3:30pm. No last minute pick up of registration!

Before during and after the Grandview Street Mile don't miss out on all the Tour De Grandview Cycling Classic racing and Street Party! And of course, stop by the Fleet Feet x Hoka Celebration Zone located at Grandview and 2nd for the Street Mile Post-Race Boogaloo hosted by the Columbus Track Club, check out the Hoka Recovery and Performance products, and take in the festivities with your best running buddies! Full Schedule of events below.

The Tour de Grandview Street Party will proudly feature live music, great food, and local craft beers right on Grandview Avenue between First and Third.

2025 GRANDVIEW MILE RESULTS

2023 GRANDVIEW MILE RESULTS

2023 Photos

Join us for the Columbus Donut Run & Walk, a family-friendly event packed with fun and excitement! Choose from a 1-mile walk, 5k walk/run, or 10k walk/run, and don’t forget the FREE Kids Donut Dash! All participants will enjoy great swag and indulge in a fresh, tasty donut at the finish line. Bring your friends and family for a sweet day of fitness and smiles!

​You do not want to miss out on these delicious treats!​

All 1mi, 5k and 10k participants will receive a freshly baked donut, finish line photos, very soft ring spun blended shirts, finisher medals (full color custom diecast medals), custom race bibs, a chip timed race, instant results, snacks, fruit, refreshments, beautiful race course in Columbus, photo op in front of a 25 foot tall inflatable donut and more!

Kids Donut Dash participants will have a choice whether or not to receive swag during registration. However, ALL participants will receive a donut, including those who sign up for the free race!

Run, flutter, or walk with us! Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens is thrilled to host our third annual 5k, raising funds to support the Conservatory's mission to connect people to nature and create life-enhancing experiences. By participating in our 5k, you're not only embarking on a scenic journey through the beautiful Franklin Park but also contributing to impactful efforts that sustain our mission. Your support helps fund educational programs, events, and initiatives that engage and connect our community to the wonders of the natural world. Join us this summer to learn more about pollinators and celebrate nature and community at Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens! Let's run, flutter, or walk for a cause and pave the way for a greener, more connected future.

Our Event Options

5K Run/Walk: A fun tour of the Conservatory grounds and Franklin Park, this event is designed for all ages and abilities!

Caterpillar Crawl Kids Run: Recommended for children 8 and under, the Caterpillar Crawl is a bite-sized race for our younger runners.

Spectator-Only Registration: Interested in attending, but running or walking is not your thing? Join us as a spectator and help cheer on participants! Spectator-only registration includes entry to the event and admission to the Conservatory for the day.

Event Start Times

8:10 AM - Caterpillar Crawl Kids Run

8:30 AM - 5K Run/Walk

🌟 Welcome to the Hilltop U.S.A. 5K! 🌟

📅 Save the Date: Saturday, July 4, 2026

Join us for the longest-running race on the Hilltop and support an incredible cause.

💖 Giving Back with Every Step

Supporting Heroes: A portion of every registration benefits the American Legion Don Gentile Post 532 Honor Guard as well as every donation you make. Together, we've raised $24,227.55 and counting!

Fueling Community Spirit: Your entry fees empower the Columbus Westside Running Club (CWRC), a vibrant, free running community. Learn more about their inspiring work at www.cwrunclub.com.

🏅 Race Perks

For a $35 registration fee (through 3/31), snag a super comfy race shirt and a collector's medal celebrating the Armed Forces.

Shine in your age group or conquer the ruck race for top honors and the chance to win awards.

👟 Who Can Join?

Whether you're running, walking, rucking, or cheering, your presence amplifies our cause.

Open to all: seasoned athletes and first-timers alike.

For the safety and enjoyment for our participants, we kindly ask that you leave your dog at home.

💪 Looking for an Extra Challenge?

Push your limits in the Heavy "Ruck Run" Division at this year's Hilltop U.S.A. 5K—a true test of strength and endurance. Male participants must carry a 35lb+ rucksack, while female participants will carry 20lb+ rucksacks, following updated Go Ruck guidelines for a more inclusive competition.

🏆 Special awards await the top male and female finishers!

Before race day, be sure to review the essential rules and equipment guidelines to ensure you're fully prepared for this unique challenge.

🔗 Learn more and review the rules here: https://runsignup.com/Race/HilltopUSA5K/Page/Ruck-Run-Division-Rules

🎉 Let’s Rally Together!

We're eager to greet you at the Hilltop U.S.A. 5K on Saturday, July 4th. Your participation enriches our community and honors our heroes.

✍️ Register Now:

Be a part of something bigger, and make a difference with us!

THERE IS NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION.