What race distances can I run in Cincinnati?
Cincinnati has 5K (25), 10K (9), Half Marathon (7). The 5K is usually the easiest entry point if you are new, and the links above jump straight to each distance.
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Running Races in Cincinnati, Ohio
Upcoming running races in and near Cincinnati, Ohio - 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and more, with dates, pricing, finish-time stats, start-line maps, and local run clubs to train with.
30 upcoming races · 16 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 Sun, Sep 13, 2026Sunflower 5k Cincinnati, OHFrom $50Details Sat, Sep 19, 2026Glenwood Gardens Night Lights Run Cincinnati, OHFrom $24Details Sat, Sep 26, 2026MSJ 5K Cincinnati, OHFrom $30Details Sat, Sep 26, 2026Halo Hustle Cincinnati, OHFrom $35Details Fri, Oct 2, 2026STADIUMTREK - Nippert Stadium 2026 Cincinnati, OHFrom $50Register 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 Sat, Oct 17, 2026Cattle Drive Cincinnati, OHFrom $40Register 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 3, 2027Beechmont Bolt Cincinnati, OHFrom $20Details 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 Racing in Cincinnati
When is race season in Cincinnati?
October is the busiest month for races in Cincinnati, with 12 of the 30, followed by September with 5. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
How early should I register for a race in Cincinnati?
8 of the 30 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 races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 16 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 race in Cincinnati?
Browse Cincinnati run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.