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:
Early bird savings! Sign up by August 31 and save $10.
Location: Hanners Park in Canal Winchester
Date: October 24, 2026
Time: 10am
Self-Investment:
Oct 24, 2026
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
10:00
$37.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for October in Canal Winchester.
Learn more about the host city, Canal Winchester.
Canal Winchester is a city in the Greater Columbus area of Ohio.
Read more launchOfficial finishing times from previous editions of 10th Annual Running Scared 5K.
| Place | Name | Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🥇 | Amanda Drake | — | |
| 🥈 | Alyssa Kolonchuk | — | |
| 🥉 | MARIANNE RIVINIUS | — | |
| 4 | Philip Smith | — | |
| 5 | Jillian Hickman | — | |
| 6 | John Mathias | — | |
| 7 | Jennifer Davis | — | |
| 8 | Alex Gauthier | — | |
| 9 | Brittany Wilson | — | |
| 10 | Samuel Meyer | — | |
| 11 | Melia Williams | — | |
| 12 | Danielle Nicol | — | |
| 13 | Erica Hays | — | |
| 14 | Leslie Thornton | — | |
| 15 | Jennifer Ware | — | |
| 16 | Edward C Armor | — |
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