Running Races in Ohio
Ohio has 869 upcoming running races scheduled for 2026. Most of the calendar falls in the warmer months: 542 of 869 races (62%) take place between May and September, with September (198 events) the busiest month. No single city dominates the calendar. Cleveland leads with 63 races, followed by Columbus (39), Toledo (27), and Cincinnati (27). The remaining 82% of the calendar is spread across smaller cities.
Running races by month in Ohio
Sep (198) · Aug (192) · Oct (161) · Jul (142) · Nov (102) · Dec (37) · Apr (14) · May (8) · Mar (7) · Jan (3) · Feb (3) · Jun (2)
Notable Ohio events
- Burning River — Cuyahoga Falls, July 25 — 100-mile trail ultra
Showing 24 of 869
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2026 Minerva Strong 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk
Minerva, OH
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2026 Minerva Strong 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk
July 17, 2026
Minerva, OH
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Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M, Beavercreek, OH (29)
Beavercreek, OH
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Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M, Beavercreek, OH (29)
July 18, 2026
Beavercreek, OH
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Lakewood Summer Meltdown 5K & 1 Mile Family Fun Run and Walk
July 18, 2026
Lakewood, OH
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St. Chris 2 Miler Run/Walk
Vandalia, OH
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St. Chris 2 Miler Run/Walk
July 18, 2026
Vandalia, OH
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Running Races in Nearby States
Frequently asked questions
How do I find running races near me?▾
Enter your zip code on RACE or use the location-based pages at /marathons-near-me, /half-marathons-near-me, /10k-near-me, or /5k-near-me. We show every upcoming running event within your selected radius, sorted by distance from you.
What's the most popular running distance in the US?▾
By a wide margin, the 5K. The half marathon is the most popular distance over 10 miles. Each distance has its own hub on RACE — /5k-races, /10k-races, /half-marathons, /marathons — with live event counts and state-by-state breakdowns.
When is running race season in the US?▾
June is the single busiest month for running events. The June–October stretch carries roughly 70% of the year’s running calendar. December through March is the quietest period — most regions don’t publish next year’s spring races until late winter, so the calendar grows back as race directors finalize dates.
Which states have the most running races?▾
Ohio, Florida, Texas, Michigan, and California lead the country in upcoming running event volume. Every state hosts dozens of upcoming races — including smaller states like Wyoming, Vermont, and North Dakota. The "Browse by state" grid on this page links to a dedicated running hub for every state.
How do I register for a running race?▾
For RACE-native events, you can register and pay on this site. For events hosted on external platforms (RunSignUp, RaceRoster, and similar), we link you directly to the official registration page. Either way, you find the race here.