Partners
The Race
About
We are excited to announce the return of the Run Like a Girl 5/10k on Sunday, August 4th. As the title suggests, this event is exclusively for women, regardless of age or running/walking experience (sorry guys, this one's for the girls).
Significant others, family members, and friends are welcome to attend as cheerleaders. Proceeds to benefit March of Dimes.
Course
Race
Starting Point /
6:30 am Arrival
Your race will begin inside the Historic Crew Stadium at 7:30am and prior to the public opening of the Ohio State Fair. Runners and walkers will exit the stadium to begin a journey toward the Ohio State Fairgrounds where you will weave past hundreds of rides, exhibits, food vendors and more.
Here is the map of the 5K course. The 10K course will be a double loop. Note: All 10K runners must be able to complete the course in under :90.
Swag
Race
Each participant will receive some great swag including a colorful running shirt, beautiful finisher medal with ribbon, chip timing, and post-race food and beverage. Participants will also receive one free admission ticket to the Ohio State Fair to use prior to race day or following the race.
Of course you want to look your best on race day! Check out this year's custom design event shirt.
State Fair
The Ohio
Date /
July 24 - Aug. 4, 2024
Don't miss the Ohio State Fair July 24 - Aug. 4, 2024! Experience your favorite Fair traditions, like the butter cow; Smokey Bear; the SkyGlider; livestock animals; the All-Ohio State Fair Band & Youth Choir; and Natural Resources Park.
Explore hundreds of acres filled with fair food, rides, shopping, Ohio arts, family-friendly entertainment, free live music, education, hands-on activities, competitions, the Ohio History Center and Ohio Village, and so much more.
Learn more and purchase tickets at ohiostatefair.com
Kids Run
Future Olympian
Got kids? We think you will enjoy our "Future Olympians" 100 yard dash ideal for kids 9 and under.
Each Olympian will get a colorful t-shirt, finisher medal and post race goodies. Don't forget to bring a camera!
Packet Pickup
Race packets will be issued in advance during the following dates and times. Those who can not arrange to pickup in advance can pick them up on race day beginning at 630am.
Packets are available the day after you register.
Avina Corporate - 1700 Lakeshore Drive, Suite 350 | Columbus, OH 43204
614.255.5317 July 29th thru August 2nd (9am-4pm)