Races

🍀 St. Patrick’s Day Virtual Run – Run Bold. Run Lucky. Run Strong. 🍀 Celebrate the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day with more than just luck — celebrate it with Pride! Choose one of two T-shirt Designs:- St. Patrick with Beer: Our exclusive Kelly Green performance tee features an intricate, art-inspired design that commands attention. Ornate gold detailing, dynamic movement, and bold St. Patrick’s Day elements come together in a rich, eye-catching composition that stands out against the vibrant green backdrop. It’s more than a race shirt — it’s a statement piece. - Leprechaun with Clover: The shamrocks, Celtic design, and bold green-and-gold palette instantly scream St. Patrick’s Day!Our St. Patrick’s Day Virtual Run is your chance to chase your goals, conquer your miles, and earn your pot of gold the only way that matters: one determined step at a time. Whether you're running your fastest 5K yet or simply getting out there to move, this run is about heart, resilience, a

Our 6th annual golf scramble!  ---on September 26th--- We will be at Twin Base Golf Course. You do NOT need base access, this course is open to the public.  What to Expect: The golf outing promises a day of fun and purpose. Gather your friends, family, and colleagues to form teams, or we can pair you with fellow golf enthusiasts. Enjoy the lush green fairways, navigate challenging holes, and celebrate every putt as we come together to make a positive impact. Throughout the day, there will be various contests and challenges, adding an extra layer of excitement to the event. Prizes will be awarded for the Longest Drive, Closest to the Pin, and more, making the day not only meaningful but also memorable. Also, be ready for some amazing raffle prizes.  Why "Just a Pair of Shoes"? Imagine a world where every child feels the joy of slipping into a brand new pair of shoes. For many of us, a new pair of shoes may seem like a small luxury, but for underprivileged children, it can mean s

RACE TIME: starts at 9 am  WHERE: Forest Field Park, 2100 Centerville Station RD, Centerville, OH 45458 PARKING: Park in the big parking lot, registration will be in the pavilion COURSE INFORMATION Two five mile loops through Forest Field and Bill Yeck Parks. Mostly trails and prairie with some black top and crushed gravel paths.  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 i

Move with UD DPT 5k Saturday April 11th, 2026 - 10:00am In-Person Event Virtual Option also available for those that wish to financially support the event but unable to attend on race day! Presented by the UD DPT students, this year is the 8th Annual Move with PT 5k! Proceeds benefit UD DPT to support professional development, scholarship opportunity and program events.  Location: University of Dayton RecPlex 2 Evanston Avenue Dayton, OH 45409 Cost: In-Person 5k - $30.00 (includes a shirt if registered by March 22nd)  Day of Registration (In-Person 5k) - $35.00 Current UD Students and Staff - $5.00 Discounted registration cost ($25 including a shirt if registered by March 22nd) Virtual Event - $20.00 donation (No shirt included)

This sixth-year event offers runners a 5k and 10k race option for the same price.  Proceeds of the event will go to the Miami Valley Hospital Practitioner Wellness Fund. Top male and top female in both the 5k and 10k will receive medals. Pre-race packet pickup at Up and Running on Friday, April 17 from 3pm to 6pm or race morning at Eastwood Metropark, Mad River Shelter House from 8:30am to 9:30am. Event Day Schedule: 9:00am  Pre-Race Yoga Session 10:00am  5k and 10k Race Start   Message Therapist and Face painting by Annie Paints throughout the morning at Eastwood   Premier Healthy Living Points: 25 Points Leashed pets are welcome!

The Huber Heights Community Foundation and The Allen Financial Group are excited to present their 2nd Annual HHCF Fest & 5k this April 25th at 8:00 A.M. The race starts and ends at the Y at the Heights, and a member from Mike's Bike Park will escort the runners. All participants registered by April 5th will receive a T-shirt, finisher medal and a swag bag with their entry   We’re excited to invite you to be part of the 2nd Annual HHCF Fest & 5K, sponsored by the Huber Heights Community Foundation, the Chamber, and The Allen Financial Group!   This event is designed to promote local businesses—especially Chamber members—while supporting physical, mental, and financial wellness in our community.   Event Details: 📅 Date: April 25, 2026  Last Day to Sign-Up and secure a T-shirt/Medal: April 5th  Registration: Speedy-Feet.com     Bib Pick-up on Day of Race: 7:00 AM 🏁 5K Race Start: 8:00 AM (Begins & ends behind the YMCA) 🎉 Festival Hours: 8:00 AM – 12

Helping Our Families, a non-profit organization created with the mission of improving the quality of life of families, proudly presents the 2025 In-Stride 5K.   In 2024, 19 families were assisted through emergency fund services that allowed them to either stay in their homes versus being evicted or in many cases buy groceries; 40 Dayton Public School students were registered at our Grandview Learning Lab to receive afterschool tutoring; and 169 mothers and children received Christmas gifts who would otherwise have nothing.   All proceeds will go towards our mission of serving single mothers and their children, providing resources, support and hope by helping to remove barriers that prevent families from succeeding in the Greater Dayton area.   Register by April 12, and you will receive a t-shirt with your entry and save $5.     Donations also accepted and appreciated.

This race through Woodland Cemetery is challenging. It's a pretty hilly course so maybe not the race if you are looking to PR, but if you want a great workout and some amazing views of Dayton and the opportunity to see some Dayton history, this race is for you!  Proceeds to benefit the Woodland Foundation. Packet pickup Saturday, April 25 from 2-4 at Up and Running in Dayton or race day beginning at 8:00am.  Shirts guaranteed to all those registered by April 14.

Your Adventure Starts Here!Hosted by the Miami Valley Orienteering ClubEvent Director: Scott Lefgren scotjlefg@gmail.com Join us for a fast-paced, fun, and family-friendly orienteering adventure! Perfect for beginners, seasoned navigators, runners, hikers, and first-time explorers alike.________________________________________🧭 What Is Orienteering?Orienteering is an outdoor navigation sport where you use a detailed map and compass to locate checkpoints across varied terrain. It combines strategy, speed, problem-solving, and exploration—think of it as a real-world treasure hunt!________________________________________🗺️ How It WorksParticipants have up to two hours to find controls on the course of their choice:•    White – Beginner•    Yellow – Novice•    Orange – Advanced•    Green/Red – EliteWe provide everything you need:•    High-quality course maps•    Chip timing•    Loaner compasses•    One-on-one beginner instruction_________________________________________

The City of Dayton invites employees and their families to join us for the Health Is Wealth 5K Walk/Run and 1 Mile Dash on Saturday, May 2nd at Kettering Fields. This free fitness event encourages participants of all ages and abilities to get moving, enjoy the outdoors, and celebrate wellness together. Whether you’re walking, running, or cheering from the sidelines, you’ll be part of a fun, supportive morning focused on healthy living. Bring your family, lace up your shoes, and take a positive step toward a stronger, healthier Dayton. Everybody who registers: before March 31 will be guaranteed a race T-shirtbetween April 1-10 the race T-shirt size is not guaranteed The first 300 finishers will receive a custom glo-medal! This event is worth 50 wellness points toward the employee wellness program. The Wild Banana food truck will be present at the race with delicious goodies for purchase! Runner information: Early Packet Pickup: Wednesday, April 29 from 4-7pm at Kettering Fields, 444 N B

Join us for our annual 5K/10K/1Mi Strawberry Chase this year as we celebrate both Rc3’s 10 th birthday and America’s 250th! May 9, 2026 The course is flat and fast through historic Downtown Dayton, TN. It begins and ends at the Rhea County Community Center and is professionally timed by Terra Running Company. The event raises funds to provide fitness equipment for the Rhea County Community Center, a non-profit wellness organization which seeks to build a healthy community. SCHEDULE: FRIDAY, MAY 8, 2026: Packet Pick-up at Rc3 from 5pm - 9pm SATURDAY, MAY 9, 2026:o 6:30 AM – 7:30AM –DAY-OF REGISTRATION and Packet Pick-upo 8:00 AM - 5K and 10K starto 9:30AM - 1 Mile starto 5K - $35 (after April 17 - $40)o 10K - $40 (after April 17 - $45) *Finish cut-off 9:30amo 1 Mi Fun Run/Walk - $20 (after April 17 - $25) Awards: Participants will receive finisher medals(5K/10K)/ ribbons (1 mile) or medals that will be awarded to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place overall male and female, 1st place in age groups

Come join us on Saturday, May 9th 2026 for Just a Pair of Shoes' 4th Annual 5K run or walk to spread awareness and raise money for kids in the Dayton area.  Runner check in and day-of registration will begin at 9:30AM and conclude at 10:45AM. The check-in will be inside Southern Ohio Brewery. 100% of race proceeds will impact kids in the local area. The course is on the Beavercreek bike path. Top male and female runners will receive a custom one of a kind trophy in each age group. This will be a professionally timed course that is anticipated to yield fast results.   Following the race, please join us as a community at Southern Ohio Brewing, a portion of every beverage purchased will be donated to Just a Pair of Shoes!  While runners wait for others to finish, there will be a food truck available for purchase and you can purchase raffle tickets for prizes!   Parking will be at the Brewery, the park next to it, and a large lot two doors down from the brewery.  ( we will have signs a

To successfully complete this challenge, you MUST be listed as an official finisher within the cutoff time in the following ORRRC 50k Trail Series races. 200k NO WAY!  – 4x 50k races300k GRAND SLAM! – 6x 50k races   **** This registration is to enter the Challenge only and does not include entry to any of the races below. You will need to register for each of these races individually to run them. ***   The ORRRC Ultra races include: Tie Dye 50k, May 17, 2025, 7:30 amhttps://www.orrrc.org/races/apr-jun/tie-dye-50kDawg Gone Long Run 50k/50 miler, June 28, 2025, 6 amhttps://www.orrrc.org/races/apr-jun/dawg-gone-long-50kmilerAnother Dam 50K, August 17, 2025, 8 amhttps://www.orrrc.org/races/jul-sep/another-dam-50k-and-25kGermantown 50k, September 6, 2025, 8 amhttps://www.orrrc.org/races/jul-sep/germantown-50kOX 12 Hour Endurance Run, October 4, 2025, 7 amhttps://orrrc.orhttps://www.orrrc.org/races/oct-dec/ox-12-hourBroken Toe 50k, November 1, 2025, 8 amhttphttps://www.orrrc.org/races/oct-de

Please join us for the Harbor of Heroes 5K: Unsinkable Spirit Run--a beautiful XC style trail run through the scenic property of Cole's Family Farm in Dayton. Your support of this race will go directly to the Southern Maine Young Marines, who are fundraising for Pearl Harbor Remembrance Week--a week where our Young Marines will spend their time honoring our WWII Veterans, learning about Pearl Harbor's history, and participating in collaborative national events with Young Marines Units from across the country. Our 5K event will be preceding a day filled with competitive tournaments/games, food trucks, vendors, and fun activities should you decide to stay after the race. Your entry fee will include a patriotic race t-shirt and a participation medal as well. We thank you so kindly for your support and offer you several options to have a great race including a 1.25K Fun Run or a Ruck March option as well.

Lace Up for a Great Cause Together with locally owned and operated Up and Running, our annual 5K is a family-friendly run/walk aimed at bringing neighbors together! Proceeds benefit the fight against hunger and will be distributed to The Foodbank. We also are grateful for the generous vendor donations that'll be loaded directly on The Foodbank truck race morning. All 5K participants will receive a Killer Brownie® treat at the finish line!   EARLY BIRD RATE Register by May 8, to be guaranteed a race T-shirt and to access the early bird rate—$20 for adults / $10 for kids 12 & under. Price increases to $25 / $15 starting May 9.   The race starts at 8:30 a.m. on Sunday, May 17, 2026, in the DLM Washington Square parking lot, 6177 Far Hills Avenue, Dayton, Ohio. Race day packet pickup will begin at 7:30 a.m. on Sunday, May 17. Or, pre-race packet pickup will be at Up and Running, 6123 Far Hills Avenue, on Saturday, May 16, 2026, 2-4 p.m. After the race, we’ll announce prizes in vari

Join us at the University of Dayton this Memorial Day weekend to run, walk and remember. We are coming together to honor the legacy of Colonel Paul M. Kelly and to stand in solidarity with those who serve and have served.   Why We Run Every stride you take helps bridge the gap for our heroes in the classroom.  100% of the proceeds from this race directly support the military-connected student community at the University of Dayton, providing essential resources, programming and support services for our veterans and their families.   T-Shirt guaranteed if registered by May 1.   Race morning check in starts at 9am at the UD Rec Plex.  Race starts promptly at 10am.

Course Description:  A mostly flat course through Dayton neighborhoods, with a short uphill around mile 1.  Race begins and ends at the historic Courthouse Square Park in downtown Dayton.  Come enjoy this small town race, plan to stay afterwards to enjoy the after-party and local shops and restaurants.   YRun Dayton is a Dayton school district sponsored club whose mission is to bring communities together through movement.  All proceeds from the race will help fund K-12 running programs in the Dayton school district.

11th Annual Running with Pride 5K Run/Walk Sunday June 7th, 2026 Registration - 7:30amRace Start - 9:00am Eastwood MetroPark1385 Harshman RdDayton, OH. 45404 Early Registration - $35 until April 30th **T-SHIRTS AND MEDALS GUARANTEED THROUGH April 30th** May 1st through Race Day - $40(No guarantee of t-shirt, participation medal) Chip Timing & Online Results Provided By Can't Stop Timing Co. Proceeds to Benefit - PFLAG Dayton   For more information visit us at www.pflagdayton.org

RACE START TIME: 7 p.m. PARKING: Possum Creek Metropark Reservable Shelter area. Start at Sycamore Shelter (4730 Frytown Road Dayton, Ohio). Please use Parking lots. NO PARKING ON THE GRASS. Parking is limited, please carpool if possible. Additional parking will be available in the main park at the Pond Parking lot with a 1/2 mile walk to the start/finish line. COURSE: You will be running on various terrain surfaces (dirt, gravel, meadow, grass) with no water crossings. This is a great introduction to trail running with a very low elevation gain/loss. Trail shoes are not necessary. 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. CHE

2026 Jasper Mountain Trail Fest Video Jasper Mountain Trail Fest is a fundraising event that benefits Jasper Mountain Reserve, an environmental 501(c)3 non-profit organization to improve and enhance wildlife habitats for rare and endangered flora and fauna native to the Blue Mountains in the Southeast corner of Washington State. Come and enjoy the beautiful natural scenery with the knowledge that your signup funds will benefit the conservation of the reserve.   For 2026, we are offering four unique race options: 1) Our classic (sixth annual!) 4-person relay race, 52.4 miles total distance2) Solo Half marathon, 13.1 miles with 2,570 feet of elevation gain3) Solo Full marathon, 26.2 miles with 5,140 feet of elevation gain4) Solo 7k Family Run (4.4 miles) with minimal elevation gain   Price increases are on  April 15, 2026, May 17, 2026, and June 13, 2026. Sign up by May 31, 2026 to guarantee you receive a race t-shirt and medal! (we have a few extras for late registrants on a first come-

2026 marks the 20th Annual St. Leonard 5K and Fitness Walk!  Proceeds from the 5K benefit the Campus Initiative Fund which provides our residents with additional life enriching activities, programs and new initiatives.   Registration/Check-In @ 7:30 a.m.Ceremony honoring veterans to start raceRace starts @ 8:30 a.m.Parking on campusScenic course with St. Leonard residents cheering you on all the way through the raceThe race is pet and child friendlyFirst Aid providedWater stationsBreakfast provided following raceAwards Ceremony @ 10:00 a.m.FREE kids Fun Run & participation ribbons   •  $30 single entry•  $90 family entry (up to four adults age 13+)•  Kids 12 & under FREE (no t-shirt)•  Registered by June 4, includes t-shirt & breakfast•  Registered after June 4, t-shirt not guaranteed•  Day of registration: $35 single entry   Awards: Overall top 3 males/females Gold, Silver & Bronze Medals awarded to 3 individuals per age group in both male and female di

RACE START TIME: 7:00 p.m. PARKING: Eastwood Metropark – 1385 Harshman Rd, Dayton, OH 45431 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

RACE START TIME: 7:00 p.m. WHERE: Englewood Metropark West Park – 100 E. National Rd., Englewood, OH 45322 PARKING:  From either east or west, take I-70 to the State Route 48 exit and head north on Route 48 into Englewood.  DO NOT CROSS DAM. Race is on the west side of the park! Use entrance ER-5 at the intersection of National Road (US 40) and Main Street (US 48) in downtown Englewood.   Follow the park road to the parking lot. We will be using Lawmill Shelter. COURSE: Out and back on the bike path.  First .5 mile is mostly a fast downhill… meaning the last .5 mile is “slightly” uphill, just kidding, it’s a real climb. Click for map 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

Ho Ho Ho, Oh What Fun it is to Run in the Sun (and Shade) and Earn Some Chillin' Hawaiian Summer Xmas Swag!     Jingle Jolly Sunday July 12 6:00am - 6:45am Packet Pickup/Check-In Opens For Half Marathon, Hollywood Gaming at Dayton Raceway 7:00am Half Marathon Starts 7:00am - 7:45am Packet Pickup Opens for the 5K. 8:00am 5K Starts 8:30am Post Race Christmas Party Begins!!!

WHEN AND WHERE: JULY 18 at 8AM In-person race option: Day Air Ballpark (Home of the Dayton Dragons) – 220 Patterson Blvd. Dayton, OH 45402 Virtual race option: Anywhere, USA – it’s virtual!   DESCRIPTION: Annually, the Dayton Dragons host one of the biggest timed, 5K races in the Miami Valley with over 3,000 participants. With $75 worth of swag included with your entry…you don’t want to miss out on this awesome event!   The Dragons 5K will continue offering a virtual option for those that prefer that method for 2026.  What this means is that you can register for the race, then run, walk, or hike your own Dragons 5K in your neighborhood, on a treadmill or at a local park, and then simply input your time online by July 31, 2026.  You will still receive your swag bag of items including the 5K t-shirt, medal, and Dragons hat, and now four (4) tickets to a game this summer (we will email all participants about tickets redemption the week after the race date of July 18, 2026). Sign up during

HOW REGISTRATION WORKS The event is comprised of 24, 1-hour games in a row and is open to men's and women's teams of all ages and abilities. Every team that registers plays in at least one, 1-hour game and will be matched with an opposing team of similar age and abilities If you register as a dual-slot, your team will have the entire hour with no opposing team schedule, and choose how you wish to play for that hour. All games will be played at St. Charles Preparatory Academy- Walt Plank Field

WHEN:  Saturday, 25 July 2026  (Arrive No Later Than 8am for 8:30am Start!) Please arrive at the race site no later than 8am to ensure you make the race start at 8:30 am.Due to our staggered start based on age/gender, we cannot accept late registrations. WHERE:  EJ Nutter Park in Beavercreek: 865 Factory Road, Beavercreek, OH 45434 (map) COURSE:  Flat, Paved Course Along the Creekside Trail (course map) Why The WingMan 10k?On 21 July 2008, our nation lost six of its military heroes in a B-52 crash off the coast of Guam.  One of those heroes was my best friend, Joshua Shepherd, who I called my “WingMan” and who commissioned with me just a few years earlier.  At his funeral, several of his friends committed to completing the Air Force Marathon the next year in his honor, and from then forward, every year I have tried to honor his memory by both doing something positive and by running a race on the anniversary week of his passing.  In 2014 I combined those ideas and became the race direct

Dayton Physicians Foundation for Hope is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that helps provide non-medical, financial assistance to patients undergoing cancer treatment in the communities we serve to allow them to focus on fighting cancer and recovery.   Cancer patients can receive assistance from the Foundation for their non-medical bills, such as overdue rent/mortgage payments, utility bills, transportation to and from treatment appointments and meals for them and their families. This financial assistance immediately impacts cancer patients and their families in the communities we serve across the Miami Valley, allowing them to focus on their recovery.   Dayton Physicians 5k for HOPE 2026 is on Saturday August 1, 2026.     Please note:  The online registration deadline, to receive a shirt at the 5k is July 22, 2026. Those who register online, or in person, after this deadline, may not receive a shirt at the 5k.  In-person registration will be available on the day of the event at 8:00am

14th Annual 5K for Kelli Presented by the Breast Wishes Foundation Saturday, August 15th at 9am.  Join us in remembering the life of Kelli James and honoring all the breast cancer survivors, the fighters and the loved ones we’ve lost. 100% of proceeds go to granting wishes for women with breast cancer through the Breast Wishes Foundation. The 5k for Kelli Run/Walk is a super fun event for the whole family. It is a 3.1 mile out and back course that begins and ends next to Wegerzyn Gardens and winds along the beautiful Stillwater River. Because Kelli loved fairies, we encourage everyone to dress up in tutus, wings, and flower crowns. No fairy gear? No problem! We have everything you need at the merchandise tent with all proceeds going to Breast Wishes Foundation. We also offer free fairy face painting and colored hair spraying! Registration and Merchandise tents will open at 7:30 am.  Event Fees: Early Registration only $30! (through July 2nd) $35 Registration from July 3rd to Race Day (

PROCEEDS FROM THIS RACE SUPPORT HAND AGAINST HUNGER AND OTHER LOCAL MISSION PROJECTS   This year's race will once again be an in-person race with a start at 9am and will also include the post-race breakfast!   Shirts are included for the first 200, however, save $5 by selecting the No Shirt option.   RACE DAY REGISTRATION:Pre-registered packet pick-up and race day registration7:30AM to 8:45AM   AGE DIVISIONS:9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & over   AWARDS:Cash awards ($75, $50 & 25) to the top 3 male & female finishers and medals to the top 3 finishers in each age group.   The Family Life Center will open at7am. Race will be run regardless ofweather.   Patterson Park Church is a fellowship ofpeople from diverse backgroundscelebrating our life in Christ, who havecome together because we share acommon commitment to our Lord and tothe authority of His Word, the Bible.

Please join your hosts Kim and Kevin Johnston at Possum Creek Metropark – 4790 Frytown Road, Dayton, OH 45417 RESERVATION REQUIRED FOR ALL WHO ATTEND 10 AND OLDER. PROOF OF MEMBERSHIP WILL BE NEEDED AT CHECK-IN. **RESERVATIONS MUST BE MADE BY 11:59PM on SUNDAY, AUGUST 17 to order the main course from the caterer!** SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Welcome: 3:00 p.m.Poker Run: 3:30 p.m.Run from the shelter around a shaded path thru the woods. A non-competitive run thru the park as you draw for the best poker hand. (Few Prizes awarded)Great Food:  Serving from 5:00pm-6:15pmKids Fun Run: 6:45pm ENTERTAINMENT: for children of all ages! Running Sprints, Water Balloon Toss, Egg Races, Cake Walk, Pinata, and a Water Sprinkler will be set up so bring a towel!! Call Kevin Johnston: 513-839-0146 FOOD OPTIONS PROVIDED BY CLUB Hot Off the Grill HamburgersHot DogsBratsMettsSmokesVegetarian Burgers  (There are vegetarian chocies available!)Beverages Provided by Club POTLUCK FOR SIDE DISHES AND DESSERTS This year

RACE START TIME: 6:30 p.m. WHERE: DeWeese Park, 2600 DeWeese Parkway, Dayton, OH 45414. PARKING: Park in the large gravel parking lot at the entrance of Triangle Park at the corner of Ridge Ave. and DeWeese Parkway. COURSE: This is a beautiful flat 5k (3.1 mile) course on paved recreation paths that loops through 3 scenic Dayton parks (DeWeese Park, Triangle Park, and Island MetroPark) along the banks of the Stillwater and Great Miami Rivers. 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 th

Join us for the third annual Anderson 5K Run/Walk!  This event was created to raise money for the Kayla Anderson Scholarship Fund that provides scholarship awards to graduating Vandalia Butler High School seniors.Sarah and Kayla Anderson, along with two other neighbors, were tragically and senselessly killed in their Butler Township homes on 8/5/22. This event rocked the entire community. Shortly after, support came in from all over the city and surrounding communities and the Kayla Anderson Scholarship Fund was created. The family hopes to see this scholarship fund bless many students for many years to come and also honor Sarah and Kayla’s lives, leaving a legacy of loving others well and living their lives to the fullest.To learn more about Sarah and Kayla as well as the scholarship fund/ways to donate, visit www.sarahandkayla.org Run/Walk participants will receive water, a granola bar and a chance to win fun door prizes!! If you would like to donate items to be given to race partici

The University of Dayton Department of Health and Sport Science annual Thomas J. Frericks 5K event is set for 2026! The event will take place on UD's campus over Family Weekend on Saturday, Sept. 26th. The race will begin in front of the RecPlex at 10:00am. Proceeds of the Thomas J. Frericks 5K will benefit the Department of Health and Sport Science and Phi Epsilon Kappa.    The cost for the in-person 5K event is $30. Registration includes a t-shirt if registered by Sept 1. Prizes will be awarded to the male and female overall winners and the top 3 males and females in each age division.    We look forward to seeing you in September!

THE RACEThe Outdoor Experience 12 Hour Race (affectionately known as the OX12) is produced in collaboration with Five Rivers Metroparks and the Subaru Outdoor Experience. 2.7+ mile loop course and flat!Finisher Medals for those that travel upon the course for the full 12 hours. THE COURSE 4% bike path, 96% grass/trail double track. ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Course MapCourse VideoOfficial Outdoor Experience Website

A Sunday Morning 5k Romp to benefit the Dayton Book Fair Foundation, the Dayton Book Fair and Rabbit Hole Books. Come dressed as your favorite Alice in Wonderland character, or any literary figure, or just as yourself! Prizes for Best Costumes! Not only a foot race but a rather unusual adventure. Bookish types welcome too! A little lame for actual running or romping? You can participate in our virtual race too.

Join the Thanksgiving Saturday tradition at the Dayton Turkey Trot Half Marathon & 5K. Dayton, OH Use #TurkeyTradition to share your photos! Event times, dates, location and all other details are subject to change prior to the event. All official information is on the event's website OhioRuns.com.

🌙 MVOC Cricket Holler Night-O / Search & Destroy-OHosted by: Miami Valley Orienteering ClubEvent Director: Seth Moore Step into the woods after dark for a fast-paced orienteering adventure at Cricket Holler Boy Scout Camp. This unique Night-O / Search & Destroy-O is designed for all experience levels—first-timers, seasoned navigators, runners, hikers, families, and friends.  🧭 What Is Orienteering?Orienteering is an outdoor navigation sport where you use a detailed map (and optionally a compass) to find checkpoints scattered across the terrain. It’s part strategy, part speed, and part exploration—a real-world treasure hunt, after dark.  🗺️ How the Night-O / Search & Destroy-O WorksPhase 1: Night-O (6:00–7:00 PM) Mass start at 6:00 PM1-hour time limitFormat: Score-O (find controls in any order)Goal: Punch as many of the 20 controls as you chooseScoring: Each control punched = 1 point Phase 2: Search & Destroy-O (Starts at 7:00 PM) Controls are col