Run or Walk: Columbus Races Roundup for 2019

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 2019, 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 all of the options here! 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.

Classic Races within 25 miles of Columbus: Run/Walks, Trail Runs, Stair Climbs. Find a few featured options below!

BCAN 1 mile Walk to End Bladder Cancer: May 11, 2019 at Fred Beekman Park. Registration is $25 Adults, $5 Children (under 18 years)
St. Jude Walk/Run at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium: September 29, 2019. The registration fee to run is $20 and the walk registration is $10. Participants will also receive a free day pass to the Columbus Zoo with registration.
Columbus Donut Run: October 27, 2019. Registration fee is $45-$50; Kids race for 8 and under is $15. The annual Columbus Donut Run features donut holes twice along the route, and donuts and coffee at the finish line. All baked goods will be provided by both local and national bakeries and donut shops. The Donut Run benefits Head and Neck Cancer Research at The James- OSUCCC. It is the original 5k that pays homage to the donut.

Multi-sport within 25 miles of Columbus: Duathlon, Triathlon, and Aquathons

Variety Runs within 25 miles of Columbus: Obstacle Courses, Adventure Races, Novelty Runs

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.