4 events in Springboro, Ohio

The 31st Annual Ralph E. Wade 5K is sponsored by the Springboro High School Cross Country Team. Proceeds provide funding for the Boys and Girls Cross Country Teams for the season.

Race will finish on the stadium track!

Schedule:

7:00 a.m. to 7:50 a.m. Registration - Pick Up

7:50 a.m. Fun Run Start - 1 Mile (Free for 6th Grade and Under)

8 a.m. - 5K Start

9:00 a.m. - Awards at Careflight Field

9:10 a.m. - Raffle Winners Announced

Registration:

$25 with T-shirt (if registered by July 10). $20 with no T-shirt. When registering, select 'No Shirt' to reduce your entry fee by $5.

Age Groups:

13 & under; 14-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59, 60+

Awards:

Top three overall Male/Female

Top three in each age division

RACE START TIME: 9:30am

DIRECTIONS: Race location is at Patricia Allyn Park in Springboro.

PARKING: Patricia Allyn Park

COURSE: Scroll down for image

REGISTRATION: Registration is available to all through RunSignup prior to the race. Online registration remains open until approximately 15 minutes before race start and can be done in-person at the race. Hard copy registration sheets are also available on race day if needed. Minors may be registered on RunSignup by a parent or guardian or in-person with a parent or guardian present to sign the waiver.

CHECK-IN: All participants must check-in before the race and attach their assigned timing chip to one of their shoes. Look for the table with the green tablecloth to get your chip.

We recommend you arrive at least one hour before the race to park, check in, and warm-up prior to the race start.

FEES:

All Current ORRRC Members Run for Free (Fee waived automatically when your RSU membership profile is used, or bring your card/proof of membership to the event)

Non-Members:

– $10 for ages 15 and up

– Free for ages 14 and under

Members, if you don't register through RunSignup, you absolutely MUST show proof of membership on race day to be eligible for the member fees! No exceptions!

Not an ORRRC Member? Click here to find out how to become a member and learn the benefits of membership. You'll also get the option to join during registration.

AWARDS: First Overall Male/Female, First Male/Female Masters (40 and over), First Grand Master Male/Female (50 and over), First Male/Female Senior (60 and over).

ANIMAL POLICY: Due to our insurance coverage, animals are not permitted at any ORRRC event. The only exception is service dogs, which must be clearly identified. Persons with any other animals will be removed from the event (will not be issued a timing chip, and will not appear in results or photos). We thank you in advance for your cooperation!

RACE DIRECTOR: Kevin Smith

VOLUNTEERS: Meet some new friends and have a great time while making a valuable contribution to the local running community by volunteering at this event. If you would like to help, please sign up on the volunteer tab, and we’ll be sure to find a job for you!

The 13th Annual 2026 Christmas in Historic Springboro 5K Run/Walk presented by Niki Gulick @ Reign Realty

5k Race begins at 9:00 am- at the corner of W. Mill St. and S. Main St.

Packet Pickup:

Thursday, November 19, 2026 - 5 pm - 7 pm. @ WARPED WING 25 Wright Station Way, Springboro OH 45066

Saturday, November 21, 2026 - Registration and packet pickup begins at 7:30 am at the Beer Tent (Located on the corner of S Main & W State St)

Awards: Top Overall Male & Female, Medals for Top male & female in each category.

Divisions: 9 & under, 10-14,15-19, 20-24,25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 & over.

Awards & refreshments immediately following race @ Beer Tent - Don't forget your complimentary beverage ticket for post-race beverage

All proceeds benefit Operation Santa, Springboro Community Assistance Center, The Pantry & Warren County Children's Services