Scioto Miles Spring Race Series 2027 — Columbus, OH

The 2027 Scioto Miles Spring Race Series presented by ASICS is back and better than ever! This exciting series features two races on March 7th and March 21st, offering participants the opportunity to challenge themselves with distances of 5K or10Kat each event. Series participants will receive a pair of top-of-the-line ASICS Cumulus, or GT-2000 running shoes, a custom Ciele hat, a race shirt, and two finisher medals to commemorate their accomplishments. Whether you are a seasoned runner or a beginner looking to start your racing journey, this series has something for everyone. Lace up your shoes and join us for an unforgettable racing experience! ​ What: 5K & 10K Race Series. Both dates feature a 5K loop course! Participants have the option to complete the distance of their choice at both events. PLUS, a FREE Kids Run! When: Sunday, March 7th and Sunday, March 21st. Start time for 5K & 10K is 8:00am for both events! Start time for FREE Kids Run is 7:45am. More info below! ​ ​ Where: Genoa Park on the Scioto Mile! ​ When do I get my shoes? What?! I get a pair of shoes? Indeed! See below for details! ​ THE SWAG The 2026 Scioto Miles swag is the cats meow. We are excited to partner with ASICS for shoes, and Ciele for our custom running hat! Additionally, we partner with Wood Street Sports for the finest race shirt you'll ever wear. Plus, stay tuned for our medal reveal for another classic design you'll be proud to display! THE SHIRT Our partner, Wood Street Sports, designs and produces the most stylish and comfortable shirts in running events! We're confident you'll like the Scioto Miles event tee as much as we do! THE SHOES ​ During registration you will select your shoe size and functionality. Functionality options are Neutral, Stabilty or Unknown. If unknown, we will help you find the right fit during pick up! The Scioto Miles shoes are the ASICS Cumulus, and ASICS GT-2000. Colors will vary, and are first come first served. THE HAT Fleet Feet is providing all participants with a premier custom running hat inspired by the Columbus Running community. THE MEDALS We strive toprovide you with the best momento of your efforts! The 2027 medals feature a beautiful shot of the Columbus skyline as taken on race morning before the sun comes up! We love the serenity of race morning watching the sun come up over the city before the controlled chaos that is race day! Now you get to enjoy a little taste of that for yourself! ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ THE TRAINING Get race ready with the No Boundaries 5k/10k Training Program! No Boundaries is designed to educate, motivate, inspire and train athletes to achieve their 5k or 10k race goals! This comprehensive, in-person training program is designed for people of all experiences and skill levels. We will teach you everything you need to know to get started, or everything you need to reach new running goals at Scioto Miles Race Series and Beyond! ​ Packet Pickup: Two separate packet pickup dates for each event. March 7th event – March 5-6 at Fleet Feet Lewis Center March 21st event – March 19-20 at Fleet Feet Lewis Center Race day – Starting at 7:00 a.m. No shoe pickup. Shirt (Hat for 21st event) and bib pickup only! Your entry fee gets you entry into both of the two races to help tune you up for your spring half and full marathons! Plus, you get: 2 distances to choose from for each event. 1 pair of ASICS Cumulus, and ASICS GT-2000 running shoes! 1 custom designed running hat 1 unique event tee 2 Finisher’s Medals How much does the series cost? Through November 30th - $150 for the series with shoes December 1 through December 31st – $165 for the series with shoes January 1st through Race Day - $180 for the series with shoes Not sure you can commit to both dates?! No worries, you can sign up for each event individually! Individual event participants receive the following: March 7th event: ​2 distances to choose from. 1 unique event tee (no hat for race 1!) 1 Finisher medal Spring Training Passport – Participants will receive special discounts on all their training apparel and accessory needs and more! March 21stevent: ​2 distances to choose from. 1 custom Ciele running hat (no shirt for race 2!) 1 Finisher medal Spring Training Passport – Participants will receive special discounts on all their training apparel and accessory needs and more! How much does an individual event cost? Through November 30th – $50 – Individual events only. No shoes. December 1 through December 31st – $60 – Individual events only. No shoes. January 1st through race day - $70 – Individual events only. No shoes. Please note: Fleet Feet Sports has a NO REFUND and NO BIB TRANSFER policy for all events. ​ Parking: Parking can be found at city meters and paid lots adjacent to the COSI. The Course: Join us along the Scioto Mile as we take advantage of the amazing trail and beautiful view! Repeat 5K loop as necessary to complete 10K and 15K. Course is marked with arrows and cones. Follow the arrows and cones and yo