Runners' Club of Greater Cincinnati

St. Joseph Home Incline to the Finish Line 5K
2025-04-26 08:30 (America/New_York) | St. Joseph Home, 10722 Wyscarver Road, Sharonville, OH, 45241, United States
Annual Incline to the Finish Line 5K. Run, Walk, Crawl, or Roll
Benefits St. Joseph Home.
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ORRRC Marathon & Half Marathon
2025-04-26 08:00 - 15:00 | Xenia YMCA, 336 S. Progress Drive, Xenia, OH, 45385, United States
Low-key marathon that features an awesome tech shirt, a classy finishers medal, an accurate/road-marked/chip timed/certified/Boston-qualifier course, stocked aid stations, and plenty of hot food and showers post-race.

Visit https://orrrc.org for more information.

OhioHealth Capital City Half & Quarter Marathon and Columbus Promise 5K
2025-04-26 08:00 | John F. Wolfe Columbus Commons, 160 S. High Street, Columbus, Ohio, 43215
2025 OHIOHEALTH CAPITAL CITY HALF MARATHON, OHIOHEALTH QUARTER MARATHON AND COLUMBUS PROMISE 5K SET FOR APRIL 26
More than 10,000 runners and walkers will celebrate Columbus and the healthy, active lifestyle at the 2025 OhioHealth Capital City Half & Quarter Marathon and Columbus Promise 5K on Saturday, April 26 in Downtown Columbus.
The “Best Tour Of Columbus On Two Feet” features a distance for everybody: OhioHealth Capital City Half Marathon (13.1 miles), OhioHealth Quarter Marathon (6.55 miles) and the Columbus Promise 5K (3.1 miles).
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Beechwood PTSA Tiger Trail 5K
2025-04-26 08:00 | Beechwood High School, 54 Beechwood Road, Ft Mitchell, KY, 41017
The Beechwood Schools PTSA is proud to be hosting the Tiger Trail 5k! The money raised from the race goes to benefit Beechwood students.
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Easter Egg 5K
2025-04-19 10:30 | White River State Park, 650 W Washington St, Indianapolis, IN, 46204
In Downtown Indianapolis at the Beautiful White River State Park!
Hip Hop Hooray!!!
Run/Walk a 5K and Finish right into the Easter Egg Party!
Bring the Whole Family for a Hoppy Good Eggy Time!
Doesn’t Matter if You are a Fast Bunny, Slow Bunny or Just a Hoppy Bunny….

K-9 YOUBE 5k Run/Walk
2025-04-19 09:00 | Pioneer Park, 10505 Deerfield Road, Montgomery, OH, United States
Packet pickup at Tri State Running Company in Edgewood KY (noon-7PM)
or race morning 7AM-830AM
Awards provided by Tri State Running for top 3 overall finishers (male and female) and age group
Under 12, 12-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, over 60
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OHIO STATE 4 MILER
2025-04-13 10:00 | Ohio Stadium, 411 Woody Hayes Drive, Columbus, OH, 43210
An expected 12,000 runners and walkers will Celebrate Football & Football and “Finished On The 50” inside Ohio Stadium.
Buckeye Greats such as Bobby Carpenter, Zach Boren, Terence Dials, Chris Fields, Tyvis Powell, Katie Smith, Vince Workman and Justin Zwick will celebrate runners and walkers at the Start Line and at the Finish Line!
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Matt's 5k Pursuit
2025-04-13 09:00 | Spring Grove Cemetery, 4521 Spring Grove Ave, Cincinnati, OH, 45232, United States
The race is a 5k in Spring Grove Cemetery, 4521 Spring Grove Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45232. All top finishers will receive medals and we’ll post result on our Facebook, Instagram and our website.
The Matt Haverkamp Foundation is a nonprofit organization that funds the purchase of K9’s and equipment for law enforcement agencies. As of this date we’ve funded 105 K9’s and equipment totaling over $1 Million!! Matt’s 5k Pursuit is our largest annual fundraiser and a great way for you to meet some of our K9 Teams and watch a demonstration.

Fight For Air Climb
2025-04-13 08:00 | TQL Stadium, 1501 Central Parkway, Cincinnati, OH, 45214, United States
Our Fight For Air Climb is designed for every type of climber, from beginners to competitive climbers.
How you climb is up to you: race to the top or take it at your own speed.
Assemble your crew: for the best Climb experience, form a team of friends and family, coworkers or neighbors.
Where you’ll be climbing
The Fight For Air Climb – Cincinnati, is returning to Great American Ballpark, featuring one-of-a-kind views and the best set of stairs this side of the Ohio River. Great American Ballpark is the perfect setting for a day of fun, challenge and camaraderie.
Space on the stairs is limited, so save your spot and register today.

Chamber Color Pop 5k
2025-04-12 09:00 | Peoples Bank, 127 S Broadway St, Blanchester, OH, 45107
packet pick-up
– Friday afternoon 3-5- First National Bank of Blanchester
– Saturday morning- 8AM-9AM
age groups for each division/event
– 10 and under (gender combined)
– 11-20 (gender combined)
– 21-30 (gender combined)
– 31-40 (gender combined)
– 41-50 (gender combined)
– 50+ (gender combined)
– Overall female
– Overall male
Tshirt included with pre-registration only. Participants must register by March 28th 2025 to receive the Tshirt and swag bag.
Refreshments and snacks will be provided!
Included with registration
– Swag bag
– Color Pouch
– Sunglasses
– Bandana

Friends of CASA 5K
2025-04-06 10:00 | Coffman Park, 5200 Emerald Parkway, Dublin, OH, 43017, United States
This race is to raise money in support of the work of Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Delaware and Union Counties. CASA is a program that advocates in court for child victims of abuse and neglect. Community volunteers serve as CASA’s and donate their time and resources to provide invaluable advocacy for children. All proceeds raised through this event will go toward supporting the volunteers with items like gas cards, with $10 of every registration fee specifically used to purchase teddy bears for children involved with CASA. Each participant will receive an event medal, an event shirt, snacks, and drinks. We welcome race participants, event volunteers, and corporate sponsors. To learn more about the 5K, Friends of CASA, and the work we support, please visit our website at: Register

Caracole's Run/Walk for AIDS
2025-04-06 09:00 | Spring Grove Cemetery, 4521 Spring Grove Ave, Cincinnati, OH, 45232, United States
Register as a walker for the 5K or as a runner for the 5K or 10K.
Register kids (ages 3–12) for the Lois Kay Kids Fun Run—kids registered for the Fun Run are also signed up for the 5K, which takes place right after.
WHY
HIV has not gone away—there is still a vital need to raise money, increase awareness, combat prejudice and improve education so we can end HIV.
That’s where friends like you come in!
By participating in events like this, you are making an investment in our clients’ successes. Your support means we can continue to provide the best possible services for those who need them the most.
All proceeds go toward our mission to positively change lives in the fight against HIV/AIDS through prevention, housing and care.
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Muddy Duck Trail Run
2025-04-06 08:00 | Rocks and Roots Trail, 3993 Hollenback Rd, Lewis Center, OH, 43035
Join us at the Muddy Duck! Get down in the muck and run like a duck!
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We’re not really sure what that line means but it sounds good so we are going with it! But for real, let’s get muddy! With the coming of spring the foliage will be blooming, eggs will be hatching, and we’ll be running!
The Rocks and Roots Trail at Alum Creek is the only trail built by runners for runners! One of the unique elements of the trail is that every season brings new experiences on the trail. Our Winter Series is famous for it’s bitter cold and snow! The Firefly pits runners against the dark of night. Hoot is HOT, and Squatch brings the best of the fall color change. Now with the Fluffy Duck we encourage you to strap on your gators and get ready for a muddy, mucky run!
Details here

The Laetare Classic
2025-03-29 15:00 | Narrow Path Brewery, 106 Karl Brown Way, Loveland, OH, 45140
Welcome to the 2nd Annual Laetare Classic 5k. Right in the middle of Lent, as we approach halfway to the celebration of Easter, join us in celebrating the onset of spring with a community road race. The race will start and finish at Narrow Path Brewing Co. in beautiful downtown Loveland; enjoy the scenic 5k and then a celebratory cold one at Narrow Path!
Run, walk, or cheer – everyone is invited to participate. Register now to secure your spot or donate to support the cause. Volunteers are also welcome.
100% of the net proceeds from the race go to supporting The Angelico Project. To learn more about The Angelico Project, check them out at: www.angelicoproject.org

Color Me KD
2025-03-29 11:00 | England Idlewild Park, 5550 Idlewild Rd, Burlington, Kentucky, 41005
Join us as we paint the town green (and every other color!) at the annual Shamrock Color Run/Walk 5K, hosted by the Eta Eta chapter of Kappa Delta Sorority. As participants make their way through England-Idlewild Park in Burlington, Kentucky, they’ll be showered with vibrant color powder at various stations, creating unforgettable memories while supporting a vital cause.
This family-friendly event raises funds for the prevention of child abuse through our valued partners, The Family Nurturing Center and Prevent Child Abuse America (PCAA). Since 1981, Kappa Delta has proudly stood beside PCAA, raising nearly $33 million to create brighter futures for children across the United States. With your participation, we can continue making a meaningful difference in the lives of children in our community and nationwide.
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The Great Owl Adventure Race
2025-03-29 07:00 - 19:00 | Carriage House Farm Market, 2872 Lawrenceburg Road, North Bend, OH, 45052, United States
Teams will Paddle, Bike, Trek, and Navigate to collect Checkpoints over a large geographical area. You’ll be using a map and magnetic compass with no help from GPS. Bring plenty of energy, determination, and teamwork. This beautiful arena will be a worthy adversary and an adventure playground.
We’re kicking off the Spring Season with our top-notch regional race. Get your team together, dust off your equipment and skills, and join us for the challenge and the celebration.
This year we’ll have a twelve-hour and six-hour race to choose from. If you’ve ever done this before, then choose the 12-hour. If this is completely new to you, we’ll challenge you with the 6-hour race and you’ll come back wanting more.
Still not sure exactly what to expect? We understand – that is part of the appeal and challenge of this sport. If this type of event is new to you, we welcome you and we’ll support you. You’ll find all the experienced participants to be friendly, helpful, and cheering you on. And when you finish, you will know that you and your team just did something special.
For experienced racers, we can promise that all three disciplines will factor into your success. This course will deliver a satisfying combination of strategic route planning, technical orienteering, and physical achievement.
Additional race information can be found at http://www.owladventureracing.com.

World Down Syndrome Day 5K/10K/Kids Fun Run
2025-03-23 10:00 | Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Rd, Cincinnati, OH, 45231, United States
The World Down Syndrome Day 5K/10K/Kids Fun Run takes place the Sunday after World Down Syndrome Day each year. Through this event, celebrate all things “321” from the unique 5K race distance (3.21 miles) to the registration fees. It’s an event for everyone – there is a “Sleepy Sunday” option where you get all the goodies but hit SNOOZE on race day.
Each participant receives a race shirt and goody bag!
Visit www.dsagc.com for more information.

Middletonian 5k
2025-03-23 09:00 - 11:00 | Butler County Warbirds Military History Museum, 2351 Wedekind Dr, Middletown, Ohio, 45042
March 23rd Join Brunning Endurance for a 5k run and walk that celebrates Middletown Ohio’s rich history and supports the revitalization of historic Downtown!
Downtown Middletown is on a journey of revitalization, and though it still has a ways to go, there is a lot to celebrate! This year the Middletonian 5k is partnering with local organizations like the Butler County Warbirds, and the Downtown Middletown Inc. to bring a new historical element to your run!
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ORRRC Sugar Valley 10 Mile Trail Race
2025-03-23 09:00 | Forest Field Park, 2100 Centerville Station Road, Dayton, OH, 45459, United States
Welcome to a race presented by the Ohio River Road Runners Club!
If you’re not familiar with the Ohio River Road Runners Club, we’re a 100% all-volunteer 501(c)(3) Ohio Non-Profit club dedicated to promoting running and supporting the local running community in and around Dayton, Ohio. We are one of the largest (and we think BEST) clubs in the nation.
This is one of our “small races”, meaning it is free for ORRRC members, free for anyone 14 and under, and only $10 for everyone else. If you’re not a member, you’ll have the option to join when you register – for only $35 per year, you get 20+ races from 1 mile to half marathon distances, on roads and trails, included!
What can you expect from an ORRRC “small race”? A great team of volunteers, most of whom are runners, committed to providing a high-quality event with well-designed courses and support for runners and walkers of all abilities. There won’t be shirts or finisher medals, but for $10, you’ll get a chip-timed finish (from our all-volunteer timers!), refreshments, maybe a small age group award depending on your finish, and a chance to challenge yourself or meet others in the Dayton running community. We hope you’ll join us and have some fun!
Additional race information can be found at https://sites.google.com/view/ohioriverroadrunnersclub/races/jan-mar/sugar-valley-10-mile-trail-run.

Scout Run
2025-03-22 08:00 | Colonial Park, 525 Monroe Street, Lebanon, OH, 45036, United States
A two-mile mixed surface trail loop utilizing portions of the Colonial Park and French Run trail systems. Boy Scout Troop 186 has created this event to promote the ideals of the Boy Scouts of America, enabling them to continue to work with various organizations to help build a stronger community by helping others.
The Scout Run will have both Virtual and In-person options. Each registrant, who registers prior to March 1, 2025, will receive a commemorative t-shirt and a unique, hand-crafted, finishers medal.
On-site registration will start at 7:00am, National Anthem at 7:55am, 4-mile race will start at 8:00am, 2-mile race will start at 8:20am.

The Big Hoopla Four Miler
2025-03-16 10:00 | UD Arena, 1801 S Edwin C Moses Blvd, Dayton, OH, 45417
In Dayton, we make the First Four about more than just basketball; it’s four full days of fun and activities! The start of all those festivities is the Big Hoopla 4 Miler on March 17, 2024. On Selection Sunday, we start the day with a 4 miler that starts and finishes near UD Arena where the First Four goes down!
All participants receive a super soft tech tee, a custom finisher medal, free race photos, and tons of post race food. So grab a friend or family member and come celebrate the excitement of March Madness with us at the Big Hoopla 4 Miler!
Visit https://daytonhoopla.com for more information.

Heart Mini Marathon
2025-03-16 07:30 | 5th & Lawrence, 435 E. 5th Street, Cincinnati, OH, 45202
The Heart Mini is Greater Cincinnati’s largest fundraising event and hometown favorite of 40+ years! 27,000-plus registrants come together to participate in a heart healthy exercise and raise life-saving funds to fight the #1 and #5 killers, heart disease and stroke.

Visit the race website for more information.

Johnson Elementary PTO Color Run
2025-03-15 13:00 | Highland Hills Park, 85 Mayfield Avenue, Ft Thomas, KY, 41075, United States
All parents, students, and community members are invited to participate in the 5th annual Johnson Elementary School “Race to the Finish” Color Run on March 15th at HIGHLAND PARK! The event will support Johnson Elementary School and provide a day of healthy, colorful fun for the entire community!
The race distance is 1 mile—perfect for everyone from youngest siblings to grandparents. There will be 5 start times to choose from between 1:00 -2:20 p.m. Tickets are $15 for individuals or $50 for families of 4 or more who reside in the same household. To take advantage of this deal for your immediate family, simply add each person that you’re registering and then select Family Rate from the Multi-Person Pricing drop down menu. (Make sure to do so before signing the waiver!)
Register by February 20th and receive an official Color Run T-shirt. These race t-shirts with the year’s logo come in white—a perfect blank canvas for the sea of colors you’re about to run through! Signing up after February 20th? No problem! Registrations are still welcome beyond February 20th and even on race day. Just know that a T-shirt will not be guaranteed.
After completing the race, all participants are invited to stay for food, fun, and entertainment! In addition to complimentary post-race snacks, look forward to a steaming hot cup of joe from Tom’s Coffee Truck and sweet treats from Marty’s Waffles and Locust Creek Caramel Apples.
Other than a white shirt to show off your colors, consider dressing along with this year’s theme: St. Patrick’s Day! Dust off those green tutus, emerald glasses, and chartreuse socks for your chance to win the costume contest. ☘️
**Did you know? Sponsorships come with FREE registration for immediate family members! Learn more about each sponsorship package and how to support here.**
We look forward to seeing everyone on race day, and we thank you in advance for your support!
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Exploring with Grace 5K
2025-03-15 09:00 | Summit Park, 4335 Glendale Milford Rd, Blue Ash, OH, 45242
Grace Lewis’s goal in life was to help people who could not help themselves. The 5k walk/run supports the Exploring with Grace Foundation, which promotes the mental, physical, and emotional well-being of children and veterans.

Dirt Days Trail Series
2025-03-15 09:00 | OH
The Dirt Days Trail Series consists of Eight Dates and Ten events. There is one event per month beginning in March and ending in October.
Events will include trail runs of varying distances from about 2 to 11 miles, including a night run. Each event is unique and there is plenty of variety to appeal to runners and walkers of all abilities.
Depending on the event, you may encounter heavily forested areas, open fields, hills, creek crossings, dirt, mud, etc.
Pick and choose your events and sign up for each one separately. You can also purchase a season pass!
The Dirt Days Trail Series is brought to you by Running Time Race Services.
We are pleased to announce the Fleet Feet Sports is once again teaming up with us to present this classic series.
2025 Dirt Days Trail Series Update:
We have re-instituted an all-inclusive season pass. It is now live for signups.

Run For The Green Trail Run
2025-03-15 09:00 | Landen Deerfield Park, 2258 US Hwy 22, Maineville, OH, 45039
Start out your St. Patrick’s Day Weekend with a hardy workout. Course consists of approximately 3.5 miles of mostly densely wooded, winding dirt/mud trails within Landen/Deerfield Park. Elevation changes of up to 50 feet with two calf-deep creek crossings. This event is hosted by Deerfield Township and is the first event in the Dirt Days Trail Series. The race distance is listed as 3.5 miles but your mileage may vary!

Emerald Miles 5k
2025-03-15 09:00 | Newport On The Levee, 1 Levee Way, Newport, KY, 41071
Please join us again at the Hofbräuhaus in Newport as we host our annual Emerald Miles Run/Walk. This great venue is the perfect place to gather with family and friends before and after the race to enjoy food, music and a cold Beer! Register below and don’t forget to invite family and friends to join your team.
Vist www.epilepsy-ohio.org for more information.

The Great Leprechaun Chase
2025-03-15 08:30 | Ramsey’s Trailside Cafe, 200 W Loveland Ave, Loveland, OH, 45140, United States
It’s not a triathlon or a 5k. It is not limited to runners or highly athletic people. It is a race that has a start and finish and along the way, challenges your agility, balance, coordination, strength, intelligence, problem solving skills, fine motor skills, and most importantly your sense of humor. We keep laughing ourselves silly creating new challenges each year.
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Shamrock Shuffle 3K
2025-03-15 08:00 | Fifth Third Pavilion, 251 W Main St, Lexington, KY, 40507
Kick off running season in the bluegrass with the 19th Annual Lexington Habitat for Humanity Shamrock Shuffle 3K. Come shuffle with us on March 15th in downtown Lexington! Net proceeds benefit Lexington Habitat for Humanity.
For nearly 40 years, Lexington Habitat has partnered with families and individuals across Lexington to provide a pathway to affordable homeownership. Through the homebuyer program, more than 500 households have realized the dream of homeownership. The impacts of affordable homeownership are far-reaching, influencing health, children’s academic outcomes and more. Our critical home repair program has served more than 100 households in Lexington through functionality, safety and accessibility repairs that allow people to remain in their homes for years to come.
When you register for the Shamrock Shuffle 3k, you bring us one step closer to a world where everyone has a decent, safe and affordable place to live.

Time to Paddy 5k/10k & Lucky 13.1
2025-03-09 08:00 | Rentschler Forest Park, 5701 Reigart Rd, Hamilton, OH, 45011
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!
