Sat, Oct 24, 2026
Dayton, OH
This race in Dayton benefits pediatric cancer research, with proceeds going to area children's hospitals. It draws families and runners together, and there is a costume contest alongside the run, which gives the morning a character you do not usually find at a road race. Awards go to top finishers in the run, and walkers who complete the shorter route receive certificates.
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