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10th Annual Running Scared 5K

Canal Winchester, OhioField of 150
Entry
$47
Days to go
2

At a glance

Date
Oct 24, 2026
Location
Canal Winchester, Ohio
Distances
5K
Registration
Open until Oct 24, 2026, via runsignup.com

Listed from RunSignUp. Checked Oct 22, 2026.

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About this race

Event Details

Join us for a morning of community and fun at the 10th Annual Running Scared 5K, presented by Nationwide Children's Hospital. 

This costume-themed 5K run/walk includes prizes for the best costumes as well as a 2026 race shirt, finisher medal and healthy treats at the finish line for participants.

Participating in this 5K supports the well-being of the community: $1 from every 5K registration will be donated to 3D Living, a Canal Winchester-based nonprofit dedicated to helping individuals pursue peace, purpose, and wellness through a holistic, 3Dimensional approach.

After the 5K, visit the free Canal Wellness Fest presented by Diley Ridge Medical Center. The Wellness Fest will include family-friendly activities and wellness vendors. Diley Ridge Medical Center will be on-site offering mini first aid classes, blood pressure checks, and Narcan distribution.

What's included:

2026 race shirt

Finisher medal

Healthy treats at the finish line

Prizes for the best costumes

Location: Hanners Park in Canal Winchester

Date: October 24, 2026

Time: 10am

Self-Investment: 

$37 early bird individual registration through 8/31/2026

$42 individual registration through 10/2/2026

$47 individual regular registration starting 10/3/2026

Key dates

Registration opens

Aug 16, 2026

Tier 1 ends

Aug 31, 2026

Tier 2 ends

Oct 2, 2026

Registration closes

Oct 24, 2026

2d

Race day

Oct 24, 2026

2d

Tier 3 ends

Oct 24, 2026

2d

Pricing

Current price

$47

Tier 3

Ends

Oct 24, 2026

Price progression

Tier 1
$37Aug 16, 2026
Tier 2
$42Sep 1, 2026
Tier 3
$47Oct 3, 2026

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