Columbus Race for Global Water 5K 2026 — Lewis Center, OH

Date
October 3, 2026
Location
Lewis Center, OH
Venue
3400 Lewis Center Rd
Start Time
9:30 AM
Entry Fee
$30.00
Events
5k Team Registration, 5k Registration
Includes
T-Shirt
Online pre-registration is closed. Stop back in in July to register early! The Ohio Section of the Ohio American Water Works Association (OAWWA) , Del-Co Water Co., the City of Columbus, and the City of Westerville are proud to partner with Water For People to host the 12th Annual Race for Global Water 5K. Water for People exists to promote the development of high-quality drinking water and sanitation services, accessible to all, and sustained by strong communities, businesses, and governments. In a world where many people, mostly children, die every year because they don't have access to clean water and sanitation, you can help make a difference. Run or walk to support Water For People! For more information, please visit https://www.waterforpeople.org/.

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Race Travel Insurance

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You've trained for months and booked a trip to Lewis Center, 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.

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