Running Races in Ohio — 2026

There are 1033 running races in Ohio in 2026 across 340 cities. The next upcoming race is the Shearer's Chip Chase in Brewster on May 29. Popular distances include 5K races, trail runs, 10K races.

Hobart Hustle 5K

Sun, Sep 20 · Troy, OH Troy

Road Hobart Hustle 5K

From $25 Open

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Garmin Marathon Toledo

Sun, Sep 20 · Toledo, OH Toledo

Road Garmin Marathon Toledo -- 5KGarmin Marathon Toledo -- 10KGarmin Marathon Toledo -- Half Marathon +1

From $26 Open Closing Soon

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Jog for Dogs

Sun, Sep 20 · Valley View, OH Valley View

Road 1 Mile Walk5K RunVirtual 5K/1Mile Walk

From $40 Open

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OCAO Strides for Hope 5K

Sun, Sep 20 · Dublin, OH Dublin

Road Survivor 1 Mile Run/Walk1 Mile Run/Walk5K Run/Walk +1

From $20 Open

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Steps for Sarcoma

Sun, Sep 20 · Columbus, OH Columbus

Steps for Sarcoma Walk

From $30 Open

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Cere-bration Walk, Roll, Run Cleveland

Sun, Sep 20 · Brecksville, OH Brecksville

Virtual Cere-bration 1-Mile Walk, Roll, RunCere-bration Virtual 5K Walk, Roll, RunCere-bration 5K Walk, Roll, Run +1

From $20 Open

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Cleveland Heroes Run

Sun, Sep 20 · Cleveland, OH Cleveland

Road 2 mile5 mile

From $25 Open

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Saints Sprint & Stroll - 5k, 1 mile, and Kids Dash

Sun, Sep 20 · Lakewood, OH Lakewood

Road 1 Mile5kKid's Dash

From $10 Open

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Love of Languages 5K

Sun, Sep 20 · Columbus, OH Columbus

Open

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Love A Nurse RuN

Sun, Sep 20 · Cleveland, OH Cleveland

Road 1 Mile5K

From $25 Open

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Run Through History 5k

Sun, Sep 20 · Cleveland, OH Cleveland

Road 2 Mile Walk5k

From $20 Open

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5K for K9s

Thu, Sep 24 · Lewis Center, OH Lewis Center

Virtual Virtual 5K5K

From $35 Open

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Mercy Health - Fifth Annual Pink Honor Walk and After Party Celebration

Fri, Sep 25 · Springfield, OH Springfield

1 Mile Walk

From $35 Open

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Buckeye Trail Blue Blaze Festival - Half Marathon, 10K, 5K Run, Hike and Backpack

Fri, Sep 25 · Shawnee, OH Shawnee

Road 5K Run/Walk10K10 Mile Hike +2

From $20 Open 12 spots left

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The Edna House For Women

Sat, Sep 26 · Cleveland, OH Cleveland

Road 1 Mile Walk5K Run

From $30 Open

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Zanesville City Half Marathon

Sat, Sep 26 · Zanesville, OH Zanesville

Road 5kHalf Marathon

From $30 Open

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Meaningful Miles 5K

Sat, Sep 26 · Norwalk, OH Norwalk

Road Meaningful Miles 5K

From $25 Open

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Medal Madness 5K, & 10K at Circleville, OH (39)

Sat, Sep 26 · Circleville, OH Circleville

Road 5K10K

From $30 Open

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CPD Honor Guard Cops and Cookies Run

Sat, Sep 26 · Columbus, OH Columbus

Virtual 5k Walk/RunKids Fun RunShirt Only +1

From $25 Open

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Thomas J. Frericks 5K

Sat, Sep 26 · Dayton, OH Dayton

Road 5K Run/Walk

From $30 Open

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One Step At A Time

Sat, Sep 26 · Defiance, OH Defiance

Open

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MSJ 5K

Sat, Sep 26 · Cincinnati, OH Cincinnati

Virtual 5K Run/WalkNo Sweat Option

From $30 Open

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Medal Madness 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Chillicothe, OH (39)

Sat, Sep 26 · Chillicothe, OH Chillicothe

Road 5K10K13.1M

From $30 Open

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Lorain County Relay for Life 5K/1Mile

Sat, Sep 26 · Elyria, OH Elyria

Road 5K Run/WalkKids' Run1 Mile Fun Run/Walk

From $10 Open

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Applefest 5k-10k-15k Run/Walk

Sat, Sep 26 · Lebanon, OH Lebanon

Road YOUTH 5K RUN/WALK5K RUN/WALK10K RUN +2

From $20 Open

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Movimiento con Sazón - Latinos for Health

Sat, Sep 26 · Columbus, OH Columbus

Open

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Yeti Trail Run 5K/10K/Half-Marathon/30K

Sat, Sep 26 · Cincinnati, OH Cincinnati

Trail Yeti Trail Run 5KYeti Trail Run 10KYeti Trail Run Half-Marathon +1

From $30 Open

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OHIOGUIDESTONE Promise Run

Sat, Sep 26 · Berea, OH Berea

Virtual 1 Mile WalkOGS Employee 1 Mile5k Run/Walk +5

From $0 Open Closing Soon

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Country Fun 5K & 1/2 Mile Fun Run

Sat, Sep 26 · Maplewood, OH Maplewood

Road Country Fun 5K

From $20 Open

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Sonder & Friends Oktoberfest 5K

Sat, Sep 26 · Mason, OH Mason

Road 5K RUN/WALKKIDS ROOT BEER FUN RUNSIP & SUPPORT

From $10 Open Closing Soon

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Anderson 5k Run/Walk

Sat, Sep 26 · Dayton, OH Dayton

Road 5k Run

From $30 Open

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Nicholas Cayton Legacy 5K

Sun, Sep 27 · Canfield, OH Canfield

Road 5K Run/Walk

From $35 Open

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Dublin Pet Fair 5K Race - Sponsored by Pet Palace

Sun, Sep 27 · Dublin, OH Dublin

Road 5k

From $25 Open

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Kids in Capes 5K and Fun Run

Sun, Sep 27 · Upper Arlington, OH Upper Arlington

Virtual 1 Mile Fun RunKids in Capes 5KVirtual Run/Walk +1

From $8 Open

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Cere-bration Walk, Roll, Run Cincinnati

Sun, Sep 27 · Blue Ash, OH Blue Ash

Virtual Cere-bration 1-Mile Walk, Roll, RunCere-bration Virtual 5K Walk, Roll, RunCere-bration 5K Walk, Roll, Run +1

From $20 Open

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Tom Madzy 5K & Dog Walk

Sun, Sep 27 · Berea, OH Berea

Road 1 Mile Walk5K

From $20 Open

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The Run For Your Life 5k/10k Series- The Outbreak

Sun, Sep 27 · Fairborn, OH Fairborn

Road The Run For Your Life 5k10kThe Zombie Experience

From $0 Open

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Fall Running Series

Tue, Sep 29 · Peninsula, OH Peninsula

Trail Fall Running Series #5Fall Running Series #4Fall Running Series Package +3

From $30 Open

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Bikes & Beers Cincinnati

Sat, Oct 3 · Cincinnati, OH Cincinnati

15 MILE (10:00 AM Start Time)30 MILE (9:30 AM Start Time)30 MILE (9:00 AM Start Time) +3

From $24 Open

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The Towpath Marathon

Sat, Oct 3 · Cleveland, OH Cleveland

Virtual The Towpath Marathon - 10KThe Towpath Marathon - Virtual 10KThe Towpath Marathon - Half Marathon +4

From $50 Open

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Valley Vineyards Haunted Wine Run 5k

Sat, Oct 3 · Morrow, OH Morrow

Road Help with Check-in 10:00-11:30amHelp with Check-in 10:00-11:30am5k +3

From $15 Open 8 spots left

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Pickle Fest 5K

Sat, Oct 3 · Cleveland, OH Cleveland

Road 5K

From $40 Open

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Steps to Safety 5k

Sat, Oct 3 · Wauseon, OH Wauseon

Road Steps to Safety 5k

From $25 Open

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Community Refugee & Immigration Services' 13th Annual 5K + Community-Wide Event

Sat, Oct 3 · Columbus, OH Columbus

Virtual 1 Mile Walk - Untimed - IN-PERSON5K Run/Walk - IN-PERSON5K Run/Walk - VIRTUAL +1

From $35 Open Closing Soon

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Mad Maple Trail Races @ Hueston Woods

Sat, Oct 3 · College Corner, OH College Corner

Trail The Mad Maple 5KThe Mad Maple 6 Hours of PowerThe Mad Maple 5K +13

From $45 Open

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Charm Field & Trail Challenge

Sat, Oct 3 · Millersburg, OH Millersburg

Road Timed Kids Fun Run5k

From $5 Open

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L'Arche Rock the Boat 5K & 1 Mile Walk

Sat, Oct 3 · Cleveland, OH Cleveland

Road 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk5K Race

From $30 Open

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3rd Annual Cleveland, OH Ostomy 5k

Sat, Oct 3 · Cleveland, OH Cleveland

Road Ostomy 5k Fun Run & Walk (OSTOMATE)Ostomy 5k Fun Run & Walk (Open)

From $30 Open

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Ohio Swiss Festival Cheese Chase

Sat, Oct 3 · Sugarcreek, OH Sugarcreek

Road 1-Mile Fun Run5K Run/Walk10K Run

From $15 Open Closing Soon

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Northeast Ohio Race for Global Water

Sat, Oct 3 · Fairview Park, OH Fairview Park

Road 5K Run/Walk

From $30 Open

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