Run or Walk events: Columbus Races Roundup for 2022

Race entry frees aren’t exactly cheap, but registering for races helps people stay accountable with a healthy lifestyle and exercise routine – and being healthy IS frugal. Find a race that supports a cause close to your heart, or that has the best swag bag.

Running in the USA already has 70+ Columbus races listed for 2022, and many more will be added, so you’ll have no problem finding the ones that works for you! If you want to get into or keep your exercise routine consistent, signing up for a few races in advance may keep you on track.

Whether you want to sign up for one per month, every other month, or train for the half or full marathon, you’ll find plenty of options. Many races also benefit a charitable organization in some way and offer great swag, so check around the list to see what suits you best.

See the links below where you can find dozens of race options, along with a few highlighted races after you scroll.

Classic Races within 25 miles of Columbus

Run/Walks, Trail Runs, Stair Climbs.

Multi-sport within 25 miles of Columbus

Duathlon, Triathlon, and Aquathons

Variety Runs within 25 miles of Columbus:

Obstacle Courses, Adventure Races, Novelty Runs

Volunteer!

Not ready to jump in yet? Most races need volunteers to help run the event, and volunteers get t-shirts and other swag for helping before, during, or after the race.

Featured Run/Walks

5th Annual Head for the Cure 5K – Columbus

May 21, 2022 at Glacier Ridge Park, 9801 Hyland-Croy Rd, Plain City
The 5th Annual Head for the Cure 5K – Columbus raises funds, awareness and hope for the local brain tumor community! Funds raised benefits The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – James Cancer Hospital and Solove Research Institute and other national brain cancer programs, education, and initiatives. Register here.

Making Strides Against Breast Cancer

October 8, 2022 at Genoa Park beginning at 9 am.
Making Strides against Breast Cancer is the largest network of breast cancer events in the nation – and we do more than just walk. We raise money to help the American Cancer Society fund groundbreaking breast cancer research and provide patient services like free rides to chemo, free places to stay near treatment, and a live 24/7 cancer helpline. Register or learn more at www.makingstrideswalk.org/columbus

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