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5K Races in Ohio

Ohio has 528 upcoming 5K races scheduled for 2026. That is the 2nd-highest event count for 5K races of any state. Most of the calendar falls in the warmer months: 374 of 528 races (71%) take place between May and September, with July (131 events) the busiest month. No single city dominates the calendar. Cleveland leads with 31 races, followed by Columbus (20), Dayton (16), and Fairborn (14). The remaining 85% of the calendar is spread across smaller cities.

5K races by month in Ohio

Jul (131) · Aug (95) · Sep (88) · Oct (78) · Jun (57) · Nov (50) · Dec (15) · Apr (7) · Mar (3) · May (3) · Feb (1)

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Digital Dash 10K Run & 5K Walk presented by Tarana Wireless, powered  by DigitalC
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Digital Dash 10K Run & 5K Walk presented by Tarana Wireless, powered by DigitalC

June 19, 2026
Cleveland, OH

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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M, Beavercreek, OH (25)

Beavercreek, OH

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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M, Beavercreek, OH (25)

June 20, 2026
Beavercreek, OH
Red, White and Cards 5k
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Red, White and Cards 5k

June 20, 2026
North Lewisburg, OH
Spirit of Macedonia 5K
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Spirit of Macedonia 5K

June 20, 2026
Macedonia, OH
Rumbling Rocket 5K
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Rumbling Rocket 5K

June 20, 2026
Anna, OH
The Best Dam 5k, 10k, 15k Race by Run Ohio Races LLC
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The Best Dam 5k, 10k, 15k Race by Run Ohio Races LLC

June 20, 2026
Dayton, OH
Thad Davis Memorial 5K Run/Walk
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Thad Davis Memorial 5K Run/Walk

June 20, 2026
Amanda, OH
Stori's Miracle in Motion 5K
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Stori's Miracle in Motion 5K

June 20, 2026
Sardis, OH
Moonlight Glow 5K
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Moonlight Glow 5K

June 20, 2026
Wapakoneta, OH

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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M, Beavercreek, OH (25)

Beavercreek, OH

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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M, Beavercreek, OH (25)

June 20, 2026
Beavercreek, OH
Mt. Olympus 5K
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Mt. Olympus 5K

June 20, 2026
Cleveland, OH
St. Leonard 5K and Fitness Walk in Honor of Veterans
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St. Leonard 5K and Fitness Walk in Honor of Veterans

June 20, 2026
Dayton, OH
Project Outrun "Faster Every Day", 5K & Fun Run
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Project Outrun "Faster Every Day", 5K & Fun Run

June 20, 2026
Cuyahoga Falls, OH

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Macedonia SummerFest 5K

Macedonia, OH

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Macedonia SummerFest 5K

June 20, 2026
Macedonia, OH

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The Joe Lutz North Hill 5K

Akron, OH

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The Joe Lutz North Hill 5K

June 20, 2026
Akron, OH
Sophia's Smile 5k & 1 Mile Walk
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Sophia's Smile 5k & 1 Mile Walk

June 20, 2026
Medina, OH
McWane Ductile Iron Strong For Wellness 5K Run/Walk
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McWane Ductile Iron Strong For Wellness 5K Run/Walk

June 20, 2026
Coshocton, OH
Zane's Trace Commemoration 5k/10k
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Zane's Trace Commemoration 5k/10k

June 20, 2026
Zanesville, OH
Spencerville Summerfest 5K Run
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Spencerville Summerfest 5K Run

June 20, 2026
Spencerville, OH
Zuma 5k Run/Walk
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Zuma 5k Run/Walk

June 20, 2026
Celina, OH

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Moonlight Glow 5K

Wapakoneta, OH

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Moonlight Glow 5K

June 21, 2026
Wapakoneta, OH
Father's Day Dash 5K
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Father's Day Dash 5K

June 21, 2026
Jefferson, OH
Fat Little 5K & 1 Mile Walk
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Fat Little 5K & 1 Mile Walk

June 26, 2026
Olmsted Falls, OH
2026 Cortland Run The Fair 5K
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2026 Cortland Run The Fair 5K

June 26, 2026
Cortland, OH

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Frequently asked questions

How long is a 5K race?
A 5K is 3.1 miles (5 kilometers). It is the most popular race distance in the US and a great starting point for new runners. RACE lists thousands of 5K events across all 50 states.
What is a good 5K time for beginners?
A good beginner 5K time is 30-35 minutes. Many first-time runners aim to complete the distance without stopping. The average US 5K finish time is around 28 minutes.
How do I find a 5K near me?
Use the RACE search bar to enter your zip code or state and filter by distance. You can also browse by month to find races that fit your schedule. Turkey Trots in November and charity 5Ks are especially popular.
How long does it take to train for a 5K?
Most couch-to-5K programs are 6-8 weeks long with 3 runs per week. If you can already jog for 10-15 minutes, you could be ready in 4-6 weeks with consistent training.