Races

The 5th Line 5K Presented by OhioHealth marked the exciting start of the Challengers Series on a crisp and sunny morning in downtown Columbus. Over 5,000 runners embarked on a 3.1-mile journey through the Arena District, culminating in the unique experience of finishing at center ice inside Nationwide Arena. A special shoutout to Amy and Annie for their outstanding performances, securing 2nd and 3rd Overall in the […]

Snow, Ice, and a Warm Finish to a Wintery Challenge The second Fantastic Frigid 5K of the 2025 RUNColumbus Race Series welcomed runners and walkers with slightly warmer temperatures than the season’s first race, but the snow and ice ensured everyone stayed focused on their footing. After navigating the wintry course, participants gathered around an

The second race of the 2025 RUNColumbus Race Series, the Fantastic Frigid 5K, challenged runners with cold temperatures, gusty winds, and falling snow. The rugged course took participants over the hills and through the woods on fields, trails, and rolling terrain, adding even more excitement to this winter adventure. Congratulations to today’s top finishers: The

The 2025 Season of the RUNColumbus Race Series is officially underway! The OhioHealth First on the First 5K provided the perfect start as we broadened our community, welcomed new teammates, embraced some friendly competition, and worked on our personal goals—all while having a great time. Several participants even set new personal records to kick off

Series Race #20 of the 2023 Season of the RUNColumbus Race Series is the Sloane Swanton 5K Research Run. We caught up with Sarah Swanton, the race director, to learn more about this second-year event. How did you become a race director? I became a race director after losing our daughter Sloane, to a rare pediatric brain

Series Race #15 of the 2023 Season of the RUNColumbus Race Series is the Hilltop U.S.A. 5K and Ruck Run. Captain Ross is the director of the nonprofit that benefits from the event—the American Legion Post 532 Honor Guard. Who is served by your organization? We provide a final salute for deceased veterans. How does

Series Race #14 of the 2023 Season of the RUNColumbus Race Series is the Hilltop U.S.A. 5K and Ruck Run. Carl Voellmecke serves as the race director and president of the Columbus Westside Running Club. How did you become a race director? We had a coffee shop conversation with a community leader who told us

We are excited to partner with the London OH Marathon, Half Marathon, and 5K for Series Race #7. We caught up with the race founder and director Dave Mars to learn more about how the race started and what it’s like to be a race director. How did you become a race director?⠀Ever since I

Series Race #13 of the 2023 Season of the RUNColumbus Race Series is the Running Against ALS 5K, 15K, and 15K Relay, and Erica serves as the race director. This race is deeply personal for Erica as it benefits her long-time partner Steve in the Columbus Police Department, who was diagnosed with ALS in February

Series Race #10 of the 2023 Season of the RUNColumbus Race Series is the Private School Pups Inaugural 5K Run/Walk Presented by Endeavor Brewery being organized by the first-time race director and RUNColumbus athlete Jenna. We caught up with Jenna to learn more about her journey to starting this race and why it means so