Lake Festival 5K is a 5-kilometer running event held in Celina, Ohio on July 25, 2026. The race starts at 8:00 AM from 121 East Logan Street. Entry fees range from $15 to $20, making this an affordable option for runners looking to race during the summer season. Celina is located in west-central Ohio, providing a convenient racing opportunity for endurance athletes in the region.
From the Race Organizer
Lake Festival 5k Saturday, July 25th, 2026 LOCATION Begins and ends at the corner of Ash & Lakeshore Dr, Celina, OH. A certified out and back course along Grand Lake ENTRY FEES Pre-Registration without a shirt is $15.00 if registered by July 24th, 2026 Pre-Registration with a shirt is $30.00 if registered by July 12th, 2026 Race-Day Registration is $20.00 without a shirt. 6:45am-7:45am at the race 14 & Under are free for 2026! If you've missed the July 12th shirt deadline and still like to order a shirt, follow this link for the Lake Festival 5k webstore https://mcsports.chipply.com/celinalakefestival5k/?action=viewall AWARDS Medals to top three male and female runners Medals to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd in each age group Special awards for the runner coming from the furthest distance. Also awards for the youngest and the oldest runners. Awards provided for setting new course records (Male: Tibor Vegh 2011 15:08.71 and Female Kristina Vegh 2011 17:51.11) Age Groups Male and Female: 10 & Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 & Over All Runners Chipped Timing Water on the course Splits at 1 Mile and 2 Mile Marks Refreshments at the finish Restrooms at the park Be a Part of the Mercer Health 5k Challenge The Challenge will be made up of 7 events. Online registrations will be available for all races, with the opportunity to save money by preregistering for all 7 events The Challenge season will begin with the Zuma 5k on June 20th and end at the Buzzard's Glory 5K on August 1st Challenge shirts and awards will be available at the Buzzards Glory 5k on August 1st Use the "Bundle" Option at registration to sign up for all 7 races at a discounted price! 2026 Mercer Health 5K Challenge Schedule Zuma – June 20th Country Fest - June 27th Redskin Classic – July 5th Shane’s Crossing – July 11th St. Clair – July 18th Lake Festival – July 25th Buzzard’s Glory 5k– August 1st
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for July 25.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Celina, OH.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
Lake Festival 5k 2026 — Celina, OH takes place on July 25, 2026. The race is held in Celina, Ohio.
Where is Lake Festival 5k 2026 — Celina, OH held?
Lake Festival 5k 2026 — Celina, OH is held at 121 East Logan St in Celina, Ohio.
Where can I find hotels near Lake Festival 5k 2026 — Celina, OH?
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