The Columbus Day 5K is the perfect way to kick off one of Columbus, Kansas’ favorite traditions! Start your morning with a run or walk through Columbus, then celebrate your finish with a well-earned pancake breakfast and a full day of Columbus Day festivities. Whether you’re chasing a fast 5K, walking with friends and family, or just looking for a fun way to be part of the weekend, the Columbus Day 5K brings together fitness, community, and tradition. Come for the miles, stay for the pancakes, and make a morning of it in Columbus! Columbus Day 5K — Race Morning Schedule 6:30 AM — Race Day Registration & Check-In Opens Participants can pick up their race materials, check in, or register on-site. 7:15 AM — Pre-Race Announcements Final race instructions, course information, safety reminders, and event announcements. 7:30 AM — Columbus Day 5K Start Runners and walkers are off! Immediately Following the 5K — Awards Ceremony Stick around after you finish as we recognize our overall and age-group winners. Awards: Overall Male and Overall Female, plus the top finisher in each male and female age group: 1–9, 10–14, 15–19, 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60–69, and 70+. And since we're tying the morning into the pancake breakfast, I'd add a final line wherever this appears: Finish your 5K and stick around for pancakes and the Columbus Day festivities!
Course & Travel Notes
☀️ Typically 70°F / 48°F · 28% chance of rain
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for October 10.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Columbus, KS.
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
Columbus Day 5k 2026 — Columbus, KS takes place on October 10, 2026. The race is held in Columbus, Kansas.
Where is Columbus Day 5k 2026 — Columbus, KS held?
Columbus Day 5k 2026 — Columbus, KS is held at Pine & Pennsylvania in Columbus, Kansas.
Where can I find hotels near Columbus Day 5k 2026 — Columbus, KS?
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