9 events in Mercer County, Ohio
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Mercer County
9 events in Mercer County-
Sun, Mar 15, 2026 at 12:00 PMSee full details
March 15, 2026 at 12:00pm
Wonderful early season 5K Walk/Run through the streets of St. Henry. Hang around after the race to enjoy green beer and lots of food options. Then stay longer for the St Patrick's Day Parade and Music!
Registration:
$25 to register.
Awards:
Age Groups: 9 – under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-64, 65+
Prizes for the top 3 male and female overall – Prizes for top 3 in each age and gender category
NEW IN 2026: The Stroller the awards! Top 3 male and female runners to finish while pushing a stroller will be recognized with an additional award!
Team prize also available! Top four member's cumulative time determines the winner. Awards go to the top 6 members on the team. Create or join team while registering, or edit registration at any time.
Prize for the best-dressed St. Patrick’s Day runner!!! “Think Green” *** *** Prize for mid-pack finisher
Race starts at the American Legion, through the Village of St. Henry, Start and Finish by the American Legion Hall
All door prizes donated by generous sponsors – Must be present to win
Stick around post-race for the St. Patrick’s Day Parade and an afternoon of entertainment and fun!!
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Sat, Apr 11, 2026 at 9:00 AMSee full details
Date: April 11, 2026
Location: Parkway High School
Time: Kids Fun Run begins at 9:00 a.m.
5K begins at 9:30 a.m.
Registration Fees:
Kids Fun Run-Free (optional $15 t-shirt only offered until March 11)
Adult pre-registration w/t-shirt: $30 (deadline March 11)
Adult pre-registration w/out t-shirt: $15
After March 11 Race registration: $20 (no t-shirt offered)
14 & under: Free race registration (optional $15 t-shirt only offered until March 11)
Kids Fun Run Medals for the following age groups (top 3 in each category):
5-8
9-11
12-14
5k Medals for the following age groups (top three in each category):
14 & under
15-19
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60-and older
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Sat, Jun 20, 2026 at 9:00 AMSee full details
34th Annual Zuma 5k Run/Walk
Saturday, June 20th, 2026
Montezuma, Ohio
TIME
7:30 am Race Day Registration
9:00 am Race Begins
LOCATION
Franklin Township Fire House - 6805 OH-219, Celina Our course runs through the scenic countryside of Montezuma. Splits at the 1st and 2nd mile.
Registration is at the Shelter House at Zuma Park. The race will begin at the Franklin Township Fire House and will finish inside our beautiful park.
ENTRY FEES
Pre-Registration without a shirt is $15.00 if registered by June 19th, 2026
Pre-Registration with a shirt is $30.00 if registered by June 1st, 2026
Race-Day Registration is $20.00 without a shirt.
14 & Under are FREE for 2026!
Awards
Awards to the top three in each division: Male & Female 10 & Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+
INFORMATION
For more information contact Stacy Braun at (419) 733-8218 or [email protected]
Be a Part of the Mercer Health 5k Challenge
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The Challenge will be made up of 7 events.
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Online registrations will be available for all races, with the opportunity to save money by preregistering for all 7 events
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The Challenge season will begin with the Zuma 5k on June 20th and end at the Buzzard's Glory 5K on August 1st
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Challenge shirts and awards will be available at the Buzzards Glory 5k on August 1st
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Use the "Bundle" Option at registration to sign up for all 7 races at a discounted price!
2026Mercer Health 5K Challenge Schedule
Zuma – June 20th
Country Fest - June 27th
Redskin Classic – July 5th
Shane’s Crossing – July 11th
St. Clair – July 18th
Lake Festival – July 25th
Buzzard’s Glory 5k– August 1st
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Sun, Jul 05, 2026 at 8:45 AMSee full details
Redskin Classic 5k Run/Walk
LOCATION
A 5K (3.1 mile) course routed through the village streets and country roads. The course will start and finish on Columbus St. near the high school.
ENTRY FEES
Pre-Registration without a shirt is $15.00 if registered by July 4th, 2026
Pre-Registration with a shirt is $25.00 if registered by June 21st, 2026
Race-Day Registration is $20.00 without a shirt.
14 & Under are free for 2026!
Awards
Awards to the top three in each division: (Male & Female) 10 & Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+
INFORMATION
For information call 419-678-4444
Be a Part of the Mercer Health 5k Challenge
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The Challenge will be made up of 7 events.
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Online registrations will be available for all races, with the opportunity to save money by preregistering for all 7 events
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The Challenge season will end begin with the Zuma 5k on June 20th and end at the Buzzard's Glory 5K on August 1st
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Challenge shirts and awards will be available at the Buzzards Glory 5k on August 1st
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Use the "Bundle" Option at registration to sign up for all 7 races at a discounted price!
2026 Mercer Health 5K Challenge Schedule
Zuma – June 20th
Country Fest - June 27th
Redskin Classic – July 5th
Shane’s Crossing – July 11th
St. Clair – July 18th
Lake Festival – July 25th
Buzzard’s Glory 5k– August 1st
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Sat, Jul 11, 2026 at 8:30 AMSee full details
Shane's Crossing 5k Run/Walk
LOCATION
Starts and ends at Shane’s Park, 705 W. Front Street, Rockford, OH.
1/2 Mile Fun Run Begins at 8:00am (Free Fun Run Registration Onsite Race Morning)
5k Race Begins at 8:30am
ENTRY FEES
Pre-Registration is $15.00
Race-Day Registration is $20.00
14 & Under are free for 2026!
Awards
Awards to the top three overall, and each age group, male and female: 10 & Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+ (Male & Female)
INFORMATION
For more information contact Ann Vian: email [email protected] or call 419-953-5001
Be a Part of the Mercer Health 5k Challenge
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The Challenge will be made up of 7 events.
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Online registrations will be available for all races, with the opportunity to save money by preregistering for all 7 events
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The Challenge season will end begin with the Zuma 5k on June 20th and end at the Buzzard's Glory 5K on August 1st
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Challenge shirts and awards will be available at the Buzzards Glory 5k on August 1st
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Use the "Bundle" Option at registration to sign up for all 7 races at a discounted price!
2026 Mercer Health 5K Challenge Schedule
Zuma – June 20th
Country Fest - June 27th
Redskin Classic – July 5th
Shane’s Crossing – July 11th
St. Clair – July 18th
Lake Festival – July 25th
Buzzard’s Glory 5k– August 1st
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Sat, Jul 18, 2026 at 8:30 AMSee full details
St. Clair Run/Walk 5k
LOCATION
The race course will start and finish at the Fort Recovery Community Park (pool park). Cannon fire sends you off on your run through historic Fort Recovery, OH
ENTRY FEES
Pre-Registration without a shirt is $15.00 if registered by July 17th, 2026
Pre-Registration with a shirt is $30.00 if registered by July 3rd, 2026
Race-Day Registration is $20.00 without a shirt.
14 & Under are free for 2026!
AWARDS
Awards to the top three in each division: Male & Female 10 & Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+
INFORMATION
For more information contact Kathy Gonzalez [email protected]
Be a Part of the Mercer Health 5k Challenge
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The Challenge will be made up of 7 events.
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Online registrations will be available for all races, with the opportunity to save money by preregistering for all 7 events
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The Challenge season will end begin with the Zuma 5k on June 20th and end at the Buzzard's Glory 5K on August 1st
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Challenge shirts and awards will be available at the Buzzards Glory 5k on August 1st
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Use the "Bundle" Option at registration to sign up for all 7 races at a discounted price!
2026 Mercer Health 5K Challenge Schedule
Zuma – June 20th
Country Fest - June 27th
Redskin Classic – July 5th
Shane’s Crossing – July 11th
St. Clair – July 18th
Lake Festival – July 25th
Buzzard’s Glory 5k– August 1st
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Sat, Aug 01, 2026 at 7:55 AMSee full details
32nd Annual Buzzards Glory 5k
Coldwater, OH - August 1st, 2026
Time/ Course: Chip timed 5k Run/Walk starts at 8:30am, begins and ends at Cavalier Stadium.
1 mile Little Foot Fun Run (pre-registration only) starts at 7:55am at Cavalier Stadium.
*5k Race Day Registration 7-8am.
Registration: 5k Adult Pricing:
$25 pre-registration w/ Dri-Fit Tech Shirt. Men’s & women’s sizes available by July 22nd
$15 pre-registration w/o shirt by July 31st
$20 race day registration
*All shirts ONLY available with online pre-registration – none will be sold race day.
*Pre-Registration available online ONLY at www.cantstoprunningco.com
T-Shirt Registration Deadline: Wednesday, July 22nd 2026
Little Foot Run – 12 & Under, PLEASE pre-register so we can accurately plan.
$15 pre-registration w/ Dri-Fit Tech shirt, $5 pre-registration without shirt, $10 race day registration
Awards: Door Prizes and Awards at Coldwater Park after race.
Awards to male & female 1st, 2nd, & 3rd place overall and 1st, 2nd, & 3rd in each age group.
Celebration and Awards Ceremony for the Mercer Health 5k Challenge afterwards.
Age Groups: Male & Female:
10 & under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-65, 65-69, 70 and over
For All Runners: Parking available in Cavalier Stadium lot on Butler Street.
Water, First-Aid & Radio Communications on the course. Splits at 1, 2 & 3 mile markers.
Refreshments at the finish.
Restrooms & showers available at start & finish.
RESULTS AVAILABLE ONLINE AT www.mercerhealth5kchallenge.com & www.cantstoprunningco.com
Race Questions:
Kristen Osborne: 937-638-3517
Nick Knapke: 419-852-9321
Proceeds: 100% of proceeds go to Coldwater Memorial Park & Coldwater Library
Course Record: Male: Mitch Williams, Celina, Oh – 15:28 (2011)
Female: Rachel Dickman, Grand Ledge, MI – 17:34 (2016)
Be a Part of the Mercer Health 5k Challenge
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The Challenge will be made up of 7 events.
-
Online registrations will be available for all races, with the opportunity to save money by preregistering for all 7 events
-
The Challenge season will end begin with the Zuma 5k on June 20th and end at the Buzzard's Glory 5K on August 1st
-
Challenge shirts and awards will be available at the Buzzards Glory 5k on August 1st
-
Use the "Bundle" Option at registration to sign up for all 7 races at a discounted price!
2026 Mercer Health 5K Challenge Schedule
Zuma – June 20th
Country Fest - June 27th
Redskin Classic – July 5th
Shane’s Crossing – July 11th
St. Clair – July 18th
Lake Festival – July 25th
Buzzard’s Glory 5k– August 1st
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Sat, Aug 08, 2026 at 9:00 AMSee full details
Join us for a fun, foam-filled 5K event supporting a great cause! The For the One Bubble Run is more than just a race—it's a way to make a difference in the lives of the youth in our community. It's for the one Youth who doesn’t feel like they’re good enough. For the one youth who just needs a friend. For the one family simply trying to make it through hard times. MAV Youth Mentoring’s goal is to reach and impact each "one" with hope, connection, and support.
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Sat, Nov 07, 2026 at 10:00 AMSee full details
Kick off your Thanksgiving Season with the 19th Annual Cooper Farms Turkey Trot! Race - Gobble - Give
CHARITY: Proceeds to benefit EverHeart Hospice.
On race morning, registration starts promptly at 9:00 AM. Race day registration is $25 and shirts are $15 if available.
RACE INFORMATION: The flat 3.1 mile course will start and finish at Cooper Farms with splits at each mile.
Water will be provided on the course. Chip timing provided by Speedy Feet.
AGE GROUPS: (Male and Female) 9 and under, 10-14, 15-20, 21-30, 31-40, 41-50, 51-60, and 61+
*Awards to top male and female in each age group and top overall male and female.
Water and refreshments, including a to-go turkey meal, will be provided to all participants. Door prizes will be posted at the conclusion of the race. For more information go to www.cooperfarms.com