When are most 5K races held in Cincinnati?
October is the busiest month for 5K races in Cincinnati, with 10 of the 25, followed by September with 3. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
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5K Races in Cincinnati, Ohio
Every upcoming 5K around Cincinnati, with start times, entry fees, finish-time stats from past editions, start-line maps, and the local run clubs to train with.
25 upcoming 5K races found · 15 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Cincinnati races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Fri, Sep 11, 2026GE Aerospace - Patriot Day 5k Cincinnati, OHPricing TBARegister Sat, Sep 26, 2026MSJ 5K Cincinnati, OHFrom $30Details Sat, Sep 26, 2026Halo Hustle Cincinnati, OHFrom $35Details Sun, Oct 4, 2026Sue Harder Memorial 5K Cincinnati, OHFrom $45Details Sat, Oct 10, 2026Walt Sweeney Ford 5K Walk/Run Cincinnati, OHFrom $20Details Sat, Oct 10, 2026Tails on the Trail Cincinnati, OHFrom $40Details Sat, Oct 10, 2026Get Your Rear in Gear Cincinnati, OHFrom $35Details Sun, Oct 18, 2026Oy Vey 5K Cincinnati, OHFrom $18Details Fri, Oct 23, 2026Sprints Wicked Fast Dead Last 5k Cincinnati, OHFrom $55Register Sat, Oct 24, 2026Run for Tourette 5K Cincinnati, OHFrom $30Details Sun, Oct 25, 2026Cops for a Cure Cincinnati, OHFrom $35Details Sat, Oct 31, 2026Gourdy's Pumpkin Run: Cincinnati Cincinnati, OHFrom $55Details Sat, Oct 31, 2026Haunted Trail Run 5k/10k Cincinnati, OHFrom $40Details Sat, Nov 28, 2026Cincinnati Turkey Trot Half Marathon, 10K & 5K Cincinnati, OHFrom $13Details Sat, Dec 12, 2026Newtown Winterfest 5k Cincinnati, OHFrom $12Details Sat, Dec 19, 2026Egg Nog Jog Cincinnati, OHFrom $25Details Sat, Jan 16, 2027Time Travel Half-Marathon/5K/10K - Cincinnati Cincinnati, OHFrom $22Details Sat, Feb 6, 2027Cincinnati Cyclones Frozen 5k/10k Cincinnati, OHFrom $35Details Sat, Feb 27, 2027Time to Paddy 5K/10K & Lucky 13.1 - Cincinnati Cincinnati, OHFrom $22Details Sat, Apr 3, 2027DoNot Stop Half Marathon/5K/10K - Cincinnati Cincinnati, OHFrom $22Details Sat, May 8, 2027Forest Hills 5K Cincinnati, OHFrom $30Details Sat, May 22, 2027Hometown Half Marathon/5K/10K - Cincinnati Cincinnati, OHFrom $22Details Sat, Jun 19, 2027Treat Trot Cincinnati Cincinnati, OHFrom $22Details Sun, Jun 27, 2027Upstander 5K Cincinnati, OHFrom $43Details Sat, Jul 17, 2027Heatwave Half Marathon/5K/10K - Cincinnati Cincinnati, OHFrom $22Details
How we calculate these stats: RunSesh calculates these figures from the most recent published results of past editions, sourced from RunSignup. We show aggregates only: field size, winning and median times, and the cutoff. We never publish individual finisher tables. Last updated Sep 10, 2026.
Common Questions About Running a 5K in Cincinnati
How much do Cincinnati 5K races cost?
Entry fees for 5K races here run from $12 to about $55, depending on the event and how early you register.
How early should I register for a 5K in Cincinnati?
8 of the 25 5K races in Cincinnati already have a price increase scheduled, so entry gets more expensive the longer you leave it. Race pricing almost always steps up as the date approaches, and signing up early is usually the cheapest option.
Are Cincinnati 5K races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 15 5K races in Cincinnati with published results, the typical median finish is around 38:58, which means half of every one of those fields came in slower than that. Recreational runners and walk-runners are the bulk of these fields, not the exception.
Where can I train for a 5K in Cincinnati?
Browse Cincinnati run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.