Races

Day two of our Trail Series weekend brought everything Mother Nature had to offer—rain, wind, snow, and plenty of mud—and Team RUNColumbus showed up ready for it all. For many of our athletes, Rocks & Roots was their first-ever trail race, with distances ranging from 10K to 50K. After yesterday’s mild temps and slick trails,

The Fantastic Frigid 5K launched the inaugural RUNColumbus Trail Series in style, bringing together a big showing from Team RUNColumbus for a strong start to the 2026 trail season. While the January weather was kinder than its name suggests, the race delivered everything else we hoped for—challenging trails, an energetic atmosphere, and a true sense

What a way to close out the final Challenger Series race of the season! The sold-out Santa 5K presented by Speedy Sneakers delivered festive vibes, fast times, and an incredible morning of competition and community. Top Finishers Age Group Winners Huge congratulations to all runners who came out and gave it their all in holiday

The holiday running season kicked off in stride this morning at the Johnstown, Alexandria & Granville Turkey Trot 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon—the first of three Turkey Trots on this week’s schedule. Cool temps and a festive atmosphere made for an energizing start to Thanksgiving week as runners and walkers of all ages toed the

After a brief break in the schedule, the RUNColumbus community was back in action for the Run to Feed the Hungry, hosted by U.S.A. Race Timing and benefitting the Mid-Ohio Food Collective. With a full menu of distances—1 Mile, 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon—this event also marked Challenger Series Race #11 of 12, bringing us

One of our teammates said it best—it wasn’t just a race, it was a victory lap for months of training, sacrifice, and perseverance. From first-timers to seasoned veterans, we watched runners and walkers dig deep—each step representing something bigger than miles on a course. For many, it was a celebration of personal growth and resilience.

What a morning at the 5K for Kids Mental Health — the final tune-up before next weekend’s Columbus Marathon & ½ Marathon! Our RUNColumbus athletes showed up strong to support The Kids Mental Health Foundation, helping raise awareness and funds to advance their mission: providing free, expert-created mental health resources to support kids everywhere. Formerly

What a beautiful morning in Downtown Columbus for the CRIS 5K! Runners and walkers came together on Saturday, October 4, to celebrate community, diversity, and resilience—all in support of Community Refugee & Immigration Services (CRIS). CRIS’s mission is to help refugees and immigrants reach safety and stability, sustain self-sufficiency, and achieve successful integration into the

The Big Bad Wolfe 20 Miler, 10 Miler, and 5K once again served as the traditional final tune-up before the Columbus Marathon & 1/2 Marathon, and other fall goal races. With Wolfe Park as the backdrop, over 100 of our teammates laced up to challenge themselves on the course—or came out to cheer until the

What a day in Zanesville! Runners and walkers took on the Zanesville City Half Marathon and 5K, enjoying historic scenery, warm hospitality, and an atmosphere full of energy and community. Special shoutouts to some outstanding performances: Congratulations to everyone who toed the line today—you made it one to remember! Next up ➡️ Tomorrow we’re heading