4 fun run events in Dayton, Ohio

The Spring rendition of the Girls on the Run 5k will return to Wright State University. Girls on the Run is an incredible program that inspires girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running. Girls on the Run strives for a world where every girl knows and activates her limitless potential and is free to boldly pursue her dreams.

As many of you know, our Girls on the Run participants traditionally run alongside an adult Running Buddy. The job of the Running Buddy is to provide one-on-one support and encouragement to their girl as she takes on a great challenge. YOU can help our girls find their happy pace and share in the magic of helping her cross the finish line. The race day give-away is a Girls On The Run branded reusable bag and is first come first served - so don't wait to sign up!

Back this year, we are continuing a Fun Run. The half-mile fun run will start and finish at the same start finish line as the 5K. It will start at 12:30pm. This race will not be timed, but we will run the clock for participants to see their time. It is open to anyone not quite ready to take on the entire 5K - and a great opportunity for younger siblings and friends!

When: Saturday, April 25, 2026. 5k at 1:00pm. Fun Run at 12:30pm. Doors open for registration and check-in at 11:30am.

Where: Wright State University (park in Lot 17)

Cost: $35 Early Bird (now through April 18th) and $40 after April 18th

Who: EVERYONE is invited to participate!

Thank you for supporting our girls and leading by example in our community

Course Description: A mostly flat course through Dayton neighborhoods, with a short uphill around mile 1. Race begins and ends at the historic Courthouse Square Park in downtown Dayton. Come enjoy this small town race, plan to stay afterwards to enjoy the after-party and local shops and restaurants.

YRun Dayton is a Dayton school district sponsored club whose mission is to bring communities together through movement. All proceeds from the race will help fund K-12 running programs in the Dayton school district.

2026 marks the 20th Annual St. Leonard 5K and Fitness Walk! Proceeds from the 5K benefit the Campus Initiative Fund which provides our residents with additional life enriching activities, programs and new initiatives.

Registration/Check-In @ 7:30 a.m.

Ceremony honoring veterans to start race

Race starts @ 8:30 a.m.

Parking on campus

Scenic course with St. Leonard residents cheering you on all the way through the race

The race is pet and child friendly

First Aid provided

Water stations

Breakfast provided following race

Awards Ceremony @ 10:00 a.m.

FREE kids Fun Run & participation ribbons

• $30 single entry

• $90 family entry (up to four adults age 13+)

• Kids 12 & under FREE (no t-shirt)

• Registered by June 4, includes t-shirt & breakfast

• Registered after June 4, t-shirt not guaranteed

• Day of registration: $35 single entry

Awards:

Overall top 3 males/females

Gold, Silver & Bronze Medals awarded to 3 individuals per age group in both male and female divisions

Age Groups: 9 & under, 11-19, 20-29, 30-29, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80-89, 90 & over

Contact Info:

St. Leonard Event Coordinator

Alice Daniels, 937-432-6549

[email protected]