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Sign Up for These 8 Fall Races Around Columbus
Are you ready to embrace fitness this fall and have a great time in the process? The fall season is a busy time for 5k races in Columbus and nearby communities, with events suited to every type of racer. Whether you're aiming to bring home awesome prizes while setting a personal best time, or you simply want to enjoy a fun run/walk while supporting charitable causes, there's a local race with your name on it. Start planning for fall fitness fun now with our guide to fall races around Columbus for you to enjoy this year.
Zoo "Run Run" 5K & Kids "Ele-Fun-Run"
4850 W. Powell Rd., Powell, OH 43065
Why not turn your next 5k adventure into a family day at the zoo? The Zoo "Run Run" 5K & Kids "Ele-Fun-Run" will be held at the Columbus Zoo on October 30, 2022. Start your day with a 5k run/walk for adults or the special quarter-mile "Ele-Fun-Run" for the kids. Then spend the rest of your day exploring all that the Columbus Zoo has to offer, with free admission to the zoo and free parking for race participants. All participants will also receive a fun, specially designed t-shirt, a finisher's medal, and refreshments after the race.
Gourdy's Pumpkin Run: Columbus
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The Gourdy's Pumpkin Run 5k series has become a popular fall event in many communities around the country, and the Columbus edition is no exception. Gourdy's Pumpkin Run: Columbus will be held on a street course that winds through downtown Columbus on November 5, 2022, and features plenty of fun perks to get you in the spirit of the fall season. Your registration fee includes a unique lightweight hoodie ideal for fall running, finisher's medal, and commemorative race bib. A free cup of apple cider will also be waiting for you at the finish line, along with a small pumpkin to take home as a souvenir.
Monster Dash 5K
9801 Hyland-Croy Rd., Plain City, OH 43064
Celebrate Halloween in style at the Monster Dash 5k, which supports the United Way of Union County and will take place at the scenic Glacier Ridge Metro Park on October 29, 2022. The entire event is geared toward families, with costumes encouraged and a "Little Gremlins" race for the youngest participants. Get all dressed up in your favorite Halloween costume, then compete to take home a truly unique, monster-themed medal. Every dollar raised through registration fees and donations supports the United Way.
Turkey Trails – Columbus
105 Park Dr., Columbus, OH 43209
The Turkey Trails series features locations around Ohio and beyond, with the Columbus event taking place on November 6, 2022, at Wolfe Park. This is a family-friendly event, with free, fun activities to enjoy before and after the race. During the race, track your progress with chip timing, live results, and awards. After the race, there will be some delicious food to enjoy, along with free photos and Thanksgiving-themed activities. Can't make it to Columbus on the day of the race? There will also be a virtual race that allows you to join the fun from anywhere.
United Way of Fairfield Annual 5k and 2-Mile Fun Walk
157 E. Fair Ave., Lancaster, OH 43130
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Raise money for a great cause and have some fun in the process when you participate in the United Way of Fairfield Annual 5k and 2-Mile Fun Walk at the Fairfield County Fairgrounds on November 12, 2022. This event has been a local favorite since the first race in 1997 and serves as an important annual fundraiser for the United Way of Fairfield. In addition to prizes for top finishers, there's a special trophy that goes to the local business which has the most participants in the race.
The Dash For Camp 5k Run/Walk
3800 Veterans Memorial Dr., Hilliard, OH 43026
Head to Roger A. Reynolds Municipal Park for The Dash For Camp 5k Run/Walk, taking place this year on November 12, 2022. This race serves as a key annual fundraiser for Camp Hamwi, a non-profit organization that provides services for Ohio kids and teens with diabetes. It also raises money for a variety of diabetes education programs around Central Ohio. There will be awards for the top finishers in each category and for the top fundraisers as well. After the race, stick around to enjoy a hot chocolate social with refreshments and family activities for all ages.
Candy Cane Course Columbus
303 W. Broad St., Columbus, OH 43215
We all enjoy indulging in some seasonal treats during the holidays, so why not get a head start on holiday season fitness with a fun event like the Candy Cane Course Columbus 5k and 10k races? The event kicks off on December 4, 2022, at Genoa Park in Columbus and features a free Kids Dash so you can involve the youngest members of the family in the fun. There will also be a costume contest, free race photos, outstanding post-race food, and fun, holiday-themed activities for the whole family to enjoy.
Delaware Turkey Trot
1000 Sunbury Rd., Delaware, OH 43015
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What better way to start Thanksgiving day than a healthy, fun 5k run before you settle in for a day of delicious dining with the family? The Delaware Turkey Trot kicks off on Thanksgiving morning, November 24, 2022, on a course that starts just behind the Designer Fashion Warehouse. There are three races to enjoy: a 5k run/walk, 2-mile run/walk, and Little Gobbler Kid's Fun Run. All proceeds from the Delaware Turkey Trot support the Autism Society of Central Ohio, with nearly $175,000 over its first 10 years of races.
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