The Second Annual Licking County Suicide Prevention Coalition Awareness Race will return in 2026 as a powerful, community-driven event focused on connection, remembrance, and hope. Hosted by the Licking County Suicide Prevention Coalition, this race brings together families, survivors, first responders, educators, behavioral health providers, and community members who share one goal: saving lives. Participants […]
Join NAMI Richland County for the second annual NAMIWalks event on Saturday, May 30, 2026! Whether you know someone fighting depression & anxiety or walk in remembrance of a loved one, come and join our efforts in fighting stigma surrounding mental health and support the community's grass roots nonprofit organization, NAMI Richland County, in their […]
Join us for a race through historic downtown Chillicothe, Ohio’s first capital city! The Chillicothe Half Marathon & 5k will begin and end in downtown Chillicothe, just steps away from Fifty West Brewing. Enjoy the choice of a Half Marathon or 5k race distance – that takes you out from Downtown onto the flat and […]
This flat, fast course starts in the village and runs South out of town through the industrial park and then winds through some of the streets and alleys in the village back to the finish line. We have the Seedling Scamper is a free kids run for ages 10 & under that takes place before […]
We’ll once again feature community resource tables, along with activities for all ages. The event is designed to celebrate community connections, wellness, and fun for everyone. 5K Challenge:This 5K offers friendly competition for athletes of all ages and abilities. The course features winding trails, hills, and other obstacles, symbolizing the challenges many individuals overcome on […]
ASHA-Ray of Hope exists to support and counsel individuals and families affected by domestic violence in Ohio, especially in the South Asian community. Through advocacy, collaboration and awareness activities, ASHA will help educate the greater community and connect individuals and families with the resources they need to achieve self-reliance. Please join us for our 14th […]
With our partners at Asics and Race Penguin, we're happy to bring back The Fast Rabbits Summer Nights Race Series!!! Presented by: Asics and Race Penguin Come race with Fast Rabbits all summer long! One of the most frequent questions we get about Youth Running is "What are some kid friendly races that have a lot of […]
Run for Theron is part of the Thrive for Theron 501(c)(3) which has been established in memory of Theron Rogerson, to shine a light on suicide awareness and shine hope on suicide prevention. This endeavor was not chosen, but thrust upon us on May 13th, 2022, when Theron lost hope and lost how to thrive. […]
Join 97.1 The Fan celebrities at the second-annual 97.1 The Fan 5K at 8 a.m. on Saturday, June 20. The 9.71k The Race running and walking event will again feature three events:* The Fan 5K Run / Walk (3.1 miles)* 9.71K Run / Walk (6.03 miles)* Common Man Mile Walk97.1 The Fan hosts such as Mike "Common Man" Ricordati, Jonathan "T-Bone" Smith, Eric Rieser and Tyvis Powell and many other will be […]
On June 20th at Sawyer Point in Cincinnati, we will hold the 4th Annual “Run for Chief” race in honor of Jaden Woodard. Jay Chief, as he was often called, was born with a heart defect and underwent multiple heart surgeries by the age of two. At 11, his heart began to fail, and he […]
Night Glow traces its roots back to the Jackson Township 5K transitioning into the Jackson Night Glow in 1999 as part of the Jackson Star Spangled Celebration. From its humble beginnings, the race quickly grew into the beloved evening tradition it is today, continuing to foster a strong sense of community within Jackson Township and […]
Join us at the Firefly! Each and every year, one of the world’s most beloved bugs visits Ohio – proudly announcing their arrival with random sparks and flickers of glowing neon throughout the summer sky. Join us as we welcome and celebrate the most efficient light in the world… the firefly! (nearly 100% of the […]
The Upstander 5K takes runners and walkers on a scenic route around historic Union Terminal and throughout the West End and Over-the-Rhine. Participants will also enjoy live music, family activities, post-race snacks, and a pickleball tournament outside of Union Terminal. Price Schedule5KThrough Race Day$35 Schedule of Events7:30am: Race Day Registration and Packet Pickup Begins8:30am: 5k […]
Get your July 4th holiday moving with the Rotary Club of Westerville’s Independence Day 5K at 8 a.m. Saturday, July 4. As it has since 2021, the 5K will take place at the Westerville Sports Complex, 325 N. Cleveland Ave. Race proceeds will benefit the local First Responders and the Veterans support group, First Responders Bridge. For complete […]
Come dressed in your best Christmas attire and join us Friday, July 10th at 7:00pm, for our first annual Stink Stank Stunk 5k and 1 Mile Fun Run at Lockport Brewery in Bolivar, Ohio. The event will be a bib timed race. The course will be flat! Proceeds raised at this event will support PGD […]
Run Wild at the Zoo and Zoombezi Bay! Summary: Run Wild at the Zoo and Zoombezi Bay! Registration will open in spring 2026! The Run Wild 5K presented by OhioHealth, a run / walk that will take participants around the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium before a splashing finish in the Zoombezi Bay Wild Tides wave pool, will return on Sunday, July 12, […]
With our partners at Asics and Race Penguin, we're happy to bring back The Fast Rabbits Summer Nights Race Series!!! Presented by: Asics and Race Penguin Come race with Fast Rabbits all summer long! One of the most frequent questions we get about Youth Running is "What are some kid friendly races that have a lot of […]
Licking Memorial Health Systems (LMHS) exists to improve the health of the community. The objective of the "For Your Health" 5K Run/Walk & 1-Mile Fun Walk is to offer a community event that encourages a healthy lifestyle. Price Schedule5K Timed5K Untimed1-Mile Fun WalkThrough July 10$15FREEFREEThrough Race Day$20FREEFREE Schedule of Events7:00 a.m. Race Day Registration and […]
Originally named the Twilight Dash for Cash this, event was founded by longtime QCW member Rick Hoeting in 2016. Over the next five years Rick turned the event into one of the biggest races in the tri-state area culminating with one of the most successful events in the U.S. during the first year of Covid […]
Don't miss the chance to experience the excitement and beauty of the Kent State University at Stark campus, while hot air balloons float in the sky (weather permitting), on Saturday morning, July 25, for our UP, UP & AWAY 5K presented by OrthoUnited. This event is for both serious and casual runners and walkers. Following […]
Join us for the 3rd Annual Christmas in July 5K, now an evening run, along with a 1 Miler and Kids Run. A fun, festive event benefiting Worthington Connects, a nonprofit dedicated to providing year round support to Worthington students and families facing financial hardship. This family-friendly event is more than just a race, it’s […]
The Twins Days 5K Fun Run & Walk will take place on Sunday morning at Dodge Intermediate School, which is across the street from the festival site. Walkers and strollers are also welcome. There will also be a kids' "fun run" of just under ¼ mile on the track. All runners registered before July 31 […]
HALF MARATHON:The Parkersburg News and Sentinel Half Marathon begins at 8:00 a.m. (Wheelchair division 7:50 a.m.) in downtown Parkersburg and is the RRCA WV State Championship. The rolling course will take you out of the city and into the scenic surroundings of West Virginia before looping back into the commercial area. You will finish the […]
The 3rd annual Lake Community Hope 5k run/walk and fun run will be on 8/23/26. This event will occur in the Lake Community with the partnership of the Lake Community YMCA, to raise money for the Lake Community Hope Scholarship Fund in Memory of Melissa, Renee, Amber and Evan. This year we will feature a new […]
Join us at the Hoot! In the early morning hours the elusive and fiercely predatory population of owls have haunted Rocks and Roots trail runners since time began.Given their mysterious nocturnal habitats and often eerie vocalizations, owls are ripe fodder for superstitions. Owls have been considered omens of good luck, bad fortune, impendingdoom, wisdom, foolishness, […]
