When
Oct 17, 2026
Starts at 9:00am EDT
Weather
TBD
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Registration
Registration Closed
Website
Official website →
Event Details
Experience what the Columbus Marathon & 1/2 Marathon weekend is all about when you take part in the Jesse Owens 5K, honoring the legacy of the Ohio State and Olympic running legend, presented by Park National Bank!
Beginning at the official marathon start line, you'll take a scenic tour of downtown Columbus before earning your medal at the big finish. The 5K is the perfect event for first-timers, or the first "leg" of our new "Gold Medal Challenge!"
Event type
5K
Distance
5.0 km
Surface
Road
Registration opens
April 12, 2026, Until Full
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