Run for Dreams 2026 — Gahanna, OH

Date
August 15, 2026
Location
Gahanna, OH
Venue
148 Parkland Ave.
Start Time
9:00 AM
Entry Fee
$25.00
Events
Soroptimist International - 5k, Queens with Wings - 1 miler, Queens with Wings - 2 miler
Includes
Participant Medal
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Run for Dreams takes place at 148 Parkland Ave. in Gahanna, Ohio on August 15, 2026. The event features a 5K distance and begins at 9:00 AM. Entry is $25.00, making this an accessible option for runners looking for a late-summer race in central Ohio. Whether you're training through August or using this as a final tune-up before fall racing, the early morning start time allows for a full day of recovery afterward. Gahanna offers convenient access to Columbus-area accommodations and amenities for traveling athletes.

From the Race Organizer
"Supporting women and girls one mile at a time." Soroptimist International funds several Live Your Dream Awards. These education awards provide financial aid to women who are their families' primary financial support, have overcome significant obstacles and are enrolled into a vocational or undergraduate program. Queens with Wings funds scholarships for female high school track & field athletes and provides essential hygiene and feminine products for women and girls in rural Zimbabwe. Both are non-profit organizations with a mission to improve the lives of women and girls locally and globally. Your participation in these races will directly help us with our missions! Thank you!

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Run for Dreams 2026 — Gahanna, OH?

Run for Dreams 2026 — Gahanna, OH takes place on August 15, 2026. The race is held in Gahanna, Ohio.

Where is Run for Dreams 2026 — Gahanna, OH held?

Run for Dreams 2026 — Gahanna, OH is held at 148 Parkland Ave. in Gahanna, Ohio.

Where can I find hotels near Run for Dreams 2026 — Gahanna, OH?

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