Runners' Club of Greater Cincinnati

Patriot 5k & Trail Run
2025-11-01 09:00 (America/New_York) | Countryside YMCA, 1699 Deerfield Road, Lebanon, OH, 45036, United States
Something for the whole family!
Choose just one or do them all. (5K Road Race, 5K Trail Run)
Walk It – Run It – Finish It
Trail Run will begin at 10 a.m.
Saturday, November 1, 2025, 9am-11am
Pricing
Ages 17+ Early Bird (register on or before 10/1): One race $30, both races $55
Ages 17+ pricing beginning 10/2: one race $40, both races $65
Ages 6-16 (no early bird pricing): one race $20, both races $30
Ages 5 and under are free (They can register on site day of the event)
Race registration includes a shirt and medallion (must register by October 18 to guarantee)
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Countryside Family Fun Run 5k
2025-11-01 09:00 | Countryside YMCA, 1699 Deerfield Road, Lebanon, OH, 45036, United States
Something for the whole family!
Choose just one or do them all. (5K Road Race, 5K Trail Run)
Walk It – Run It – Finish It
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Gem of the Highlands 5k
2025-11-01 09:00 | Floral Ave & Washington Ave, Floral Ave & Washington Ave, Norwood, OH, United States
The 8th annual Gem of the Highlands Run/Walk will be held on Saturday, November 1st, 2025 at 9AM. It will start at Floral Ave & Washington Ave and showcase the beautiful presidential district of Norwood, including Wasson Way. After party to follow! Come join the fun!!
Additional race information can be found at https://www.norwoodrun.com/.

ORRRC Broken Toe 50k & 25K & Ruck
2025-11-01 08:00 | Caesar Creek State Park Campground, 9000 Center Rd, Wilmington, OH, 45177, United States
Come run through this beautiful wooded area with rolling hills, gullies and the occasional creek crossing. You will be prancing along in a canopied forest that often parallels the serene Caesar Creek Lake with few companions save for magical woodland creatures. Cool temps, crunchy leaves, great food by our Ultrarunner Top Chef and super helpful and fun volunteers!
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Gobbler 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon (44) 40
2025-11-01 08:00 | E J Nutter Park, 865 Factory Rd, Beavercreek, OH, 45434, United States
Gobbler 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at E J Nutter Park, Beavercreek, OH (44) 40
Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts.
All runners must register on RunSignup.
No on-site registration.
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Spooky Nook Pump & Run 5k
2025-11-01 08:00 | Spooky Nook Sports Champion Mill, 601 North B St., Hamilton, OH, 45013, United States
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RecovHER & RestoreHIM Run/Walk 5K
2025-10-31 18:00 | Pata Roja Taqueria, 52 E Court St, Cincinnati, OH, 45202, United States
Halloween 5K Run/Walk – Demo Run Presented by Brooks & Fleet Feet
Part of the RecovHER & RestoreHIM Wellness Fest
Lace up with Brooks Running and Fleet Feet and join us on October 31st for a fun, festive, and community-first Halloween 5K Run/Walk — open to all levels, whether you’re a seasoned runner or just out for a spirited stroll.
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Run For Your Life! Free Halloween Group Run!
2025-10-29 18:30 | Sunset Park, 2698 Milton Rd, Middletown, OH, 45042, United States
5k/10k and scavenger hunt! Run/Walk
Run through Middletown neighborhoods with your favorite Middletown run club to see the awesome local Halloween displays!
This is not a race, just a group run with our run club. It is open to the public! We will have turn by turn directions to pass out to everyone, and there will be chalk arrows on the ground.
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ORRRC Ghost 'n Goblin 5k
2025-10-28 18:15 | Sinclair Community College-Centerville Regional Center, 5800 Clyo Road, Centerville, OH, 45459, United States
Additional race information can be found at https://www.daytongng.org.
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ORRRC Narrows Rabbit Hunt Trail Run
2025-10-26 13:00 | Nature Center, 2575 Indian Ripple Road, Xenia, OH, 45385, United States
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!
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DDR DASH CINCINNATI
2025-10-26 11:00 | Winton Woods Kestrel Point Shelter, 10245 Winton Road, Cincinnati, OH, 45231, United States
The Cincinnati Young Marines are hosting their Annual Drug Demand Reduction (DDR) 5k to spread awareness. This is a time where schools, businesses, the faith community, media, families, and community coalitions join together to celebrate the value of a drug-free, healthy lifestyle.
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Cops for a Cure
2025-10-26 08:30 | Spring Grove Cemetery and Arboretum, 4521 Spring Grove Ave, Cincinnati, OH, 45232
Join us Sunday for our annual Cops for a Cure 5K at Spring Grove Cemetery in Cincinnati! A 5K and Kids Fun Run to support the brave members of the Cincinnati Police Department diagnosed with breast cancer. After the 5K we hope you’ll stay for post-race community and celebration with live music, food & more. Come run or walk with Cincinnati’s Finest to end breast cancer, as we know it today.
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Spooky Sprint Cincinnati
2025-10-26 08:00 | Otto Armleder Memorial Park, 5057 Wooster Pike, Cincinnati, OH, 45227, United States
Join us for the annual Spooky Sprint 5k/10k & Half Marathon! A fun, Halloween-themed event that is perfect for the whole family.
The fun includes –

Great Swag – designer shirt & custom medal
Chip-timing with live results and awards
Free photos
Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line
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!
*Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $15

Half Marathon Registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, awesome 5″ finisher medal!
10k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and awesome 3″ finisher medal!
5k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome 3″ finisher medal!
1 Mile registration includes a designer shirt and a challenge pin!
The kid’s dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and kid’s dash pin! (If your child wants to run the kid’s dash, and doesn’t want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!)

*Register by Sunday at midnight the weekend BEFORE the race to be guaranteed a shirt

Stone Steps 50k & 27k
2025-10-26 08:00 | Mount Airy Forest, 5083 Colerain Ave, Cincinnati, OH, 45223, United States
Stone Steps 50k and 27k trail races are held in Mt. Airy Forest, a gem of a park just
a couple miles from beautiful downtown Cincinnati, Ohio. Mt. Airy Forest is near I-75 and I-74 off of Colerain Avenue.
The 50k race is still the main race, and added a 27k option.
Visit http://stonesteps50k.com for more information.
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Cincinnati Pride 5k
2025-10-25 15:00 | Lunken Airport Playfield, 4740 Playfield Lane, Cincinnati, Ohio, 45226
Everyone will receive a year pin to add to their medal lanyard. (If you have not participated in previous years you will receive a medal.)
There is an after party once the event is over:
Streetside Brewery, 4003 Eastern Avenue.
One dollar from every drink purchase (so beers, but also flights) will be donated back to Pride. They have a food truck. Pets are welcome!
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Jacob Butze Memorial Run
2025-10-25 11:00 | Peffer Park, Miami University, Oxford Millville Rd, Oxford, OH, 45056, United States
Jacob Butze was a Miami University student athlete who lost his fight with cancer in 2020. Join us in celebrating his life and love for running.
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The Ohio Parks 5 X 5 Challenge
2025-10-25 10:00 | Germantown MetroPark (Morning Glory Shelter), 6910 Boomershine Rd, Germantown, OH, 45327, United States
Join the WOLF PACK to run five 5K mixed terrain races in one day in five Ohio Parks! This is a one of a kind 25K running challenge. There will be pavement, grass, single track, and if you have run with us before – get ready for THOSE HILLS! Fast bike paths, rolling hills, winding rivers, and time in between to let your legs think they are finished for the day, await you on this adventure with the Wolf Pack.
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Switzerland County YMCA - Larry Tolbert 5K
2025-10-25 10:00 | Switzerland County YMCA, 1114 W Main St, Vevay, IN, 47250, United States
The Larry Tolbert 5K Race is a heartfelt tribute to Larry Tolbert, a passionate advocate for outdoor recreation who was instrumental in bringing the beautiful nature trail to the Switzerland County YMCA. This annual event invites participants of all ages and abilities to experience the scenic, wooded paths of the YMCA’s nature trail, offering a peaceful yet invigorating run or walk through the natural beauty that Larry helped to preserve. All proceeds from the race go directly toward the maintenance and enhancement of the trail and YMCA facility, ensuring that Larry’s legacy continues to benefit the community for years to come. Whether you’re running to set a personal best or walking to enjoy the surroundings, the Larry Tolbert 5K is a celebration of community, nature, and the enduring impact of one man’s vision.
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PAWS Zombie Walk & Furry 5K
2025-10-25 10:00 | Gravel Road Brewing, 916 1st Ave, Middletown, OH, 45044, United States
Calling all dog walkers, runners, and Halloween enthusiasts! PAWS presents the 5th annual Zombie Walk & Furry 5k!
Visit www.brunningendurance.com for more information or to register.

Haunted Trail Run 5k/10k
2025-10-25 09:00 | French Shelter Park, 7154 Knoll Rd, Cincinnati, 45237, United States
End the season with a Haunted Trail-themed trail run this OCTOBER. The Winner of this series will WIN tickets to fly to Nepal to participate in an ITRA and UTMB Index race—options to choose from 30K, 55K or 100K. Winners will get to experience a new culture and run the Himalayan trails of Nepal.
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Ivy Tech Monster Mash Dash 5k Run / Walk
2025-10-25 08:30 | Ivy Tech Community College – Lawrenceburg, 50 Walnut St, Lawrenceburg, IN, 47025, United States
Enjoy a morning run or walk along the spooktaculary scenic Ohio River! Visit www.stuartroadracing.com for more information.

L.O.V.E WALK
2025-10-25 08:00 | Marcum Park, 116 Dayton St, Hamilton, OH, 45011, United States
LOVE WALK, raising awareness for domestic violence
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Haunted 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon
2025-10-21 08:00 - 17:00 | E J Nutter Park, 865 Factory Rd, Beavercreek, OH, 45434, United States
See details at https://runsignup.com/Race/OH/Beavercreek/Nutter43

Columbus Marathon & 1/2 Marathon
2025-10-19 07:30 | North Bank Park, 311 W Long St, Columbus, OH, 43215, United States
The Columbus Marathon course features minimal elevation changes. Enjoy a tour of downtown Columbus, including local landmarks like the Ohio Statehouse, Nationwide Children’s Hospital, and historic German Village, as well as tours of Bexley, Upper Arlington, Grandview Heights, and The Ohio State University.

Detroit Free Press Marathon
2025-10-19 07:00 | West Fort St and 3rd Ave, West Fort St and 3rd Ave, Detroit, MI, United States
This is an international race and requires a valid travel document. For more information or if you have questions about your entrance admissibility to Canada visit our “Link to requirements” page here.

Running Scared 5k
2025-10-18 18:00 | Veteran’s Memorial Stadium, 1600 West Street, Reading, Ohio
The Running Scared 5k was first started in 2008. It is a flat 3.1 mile course through a “spooky” cemetery, ending at a fabulous Halloween Fest! Participants are encouraged to run/walk in costumes. After the race, people are admitted to the post race party where they can listen to music or have a cold beer. They can enjoy food and drinks from our generous sponsors and listen music while they stay toasty warm inside or gather around the roaring fire outside.

Spooktacular Costume 5K Walk and Run
2025-10-18 09:00 | Corwin M. Nixon Park, 6249 Mason Montgomery Rd, Mason, OH, 45040, United States
Shine Like Sable, the Comet Cupboard, and City of Mason have been champions of kindness ensuring Mason City School’s students facing food insecurity have access to the essentials they need to thrive.
We are thrilled to invite you to our 1st Annual Spooktacular Costume 5K Walk and Run on October 18 th at Corwin M. Nixon Park. This family friendly event encourages participants of all ages to showcase their most creative Halloween costumes and enjoy a dog and stroller friendly course winding through the heart of Mason.
This is sure to be a frightfully fun day for our community. Race proceeds and donations will go to support the great work Shine Like Sable, the Comet Cupboard, and the City of Mason due to support our food insecure Mason City School students.
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HJWL Run For Your Bones 5k
2025-10-18 09:00 | Municipal Brew Works, 20 High St, Hamilton, OH, 45011
We all have that giving feeling inside our bones! Come join us as we support the 4th annual Hamilton Junior Women’s League 5K Run/Walk. The money raised from this event will benefit charitable organizations serving women and children in the Butler County area. So, please come on out and shake your hips and rattle your bones and have a fun day with us!
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Theo's Gift 5k Run / Walk
2025-10-18 08:30 | St. Joseph American Legion Post 464, 28866 Post 464 Rd, St. Leon, IN, 47012, United States
Theo’s gift is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization inspired by Theo’s story. Our mission is to raise money for local families navigating the world of a child diagnosed with a congenital defect.
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Thunderhawk Hustle
2025-10-12 08:00 | Lakota East High School, 6840 Lakota Lane, Liberty Twp, OH, 45044, United States
Awards at 9:00 am (must be present to receive award)
(A limited number of T-shirts will be available for purchase on race day, $15.00 each)
Age Groups: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29. 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
Register on-line at https://runsignup.com/thunderhawk5k or in person day of race
All proceeds go to the Lakota East Booster club supporting Lakota East Athletics
