OCTOBER 17-18, 2026
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2026
KIDS' RUN
INTRODUCING OUR NEW "I CAN DO IT!" HEALTHY TODDLER CHALLENGES!
NEW STARTING LINE FOR AGES 4 - 9!
KIDS' RUN
Youngsters ages 9 and under have their own challenge​s race weekend, including the new "I Can Do It!" Healthy Toddler Challenges!
This will be a special grass-surface area where our youngest athletes can jump, stretch, hop and run in a self-paced kid space to build confidence and learn that moving is fun! Parents and guardians, you’ll be with them each step of the way!
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"I Can Do It!" Challenges | Ages 1 - 3 years
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.40 mile | Ages 4 - 6 years
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.65 miles | Ages 7 - 9 years
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Participants each receive a medal and refreshments for finishing. Event is FREE!
Please note: for the safety of all participants, strollers are not allowed and may be removed from the course.
Saturday, October 17 | Kids Races & Challenges Starting at 11:00am
Location: Marathon Start/Finish Line at the intersection of Long & Neil
For the safety of all participants, strollers are not allowed.
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From the electric atmosphere of the starting line to the inspirational stories of our Marathon Mile Champions, you'll learn why the Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus Marathon & 1/2 Marathon is America's Most Meaningful Race!
