Juneteenth Walk and Run 2026 — Columbus, OH

Date
June 13, 2026
Location
Columbus, OH
Venue
850 N. Nelson Rd.
Start Time
8:00 AM
Entry Fee
$0.00
Events
Juneteenth Walk and Run
Includes
OPTIONAL Juneteenth Vintage Tee
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The Juneteenth Walk and Run in Columbus starts at 8:00 AM, giving you time to settle in the night before if you're traveling from out of state. The event features a 5K run and is held at 850 N. Nelson Rd. Best of all, there's no entry fee, making this an accessible race option. As a free community event, you'll want to confirm any registration details in advance, but the zero-cost format means you can focus your travel budget on finding solid accommodation near the venue without worrying about race fees.

From the Race Organizer
This event is in celebration of the Juneteenth Anniversary and promotes freedom and inclusion in the world of running and healthy lifestyles! This free, unsanctioned event is open to all. We meet at the Shepard Branch Library located at 850 N Nelson Rd. Participants may Walk and/or Run. Available distances are: 1 Mile Underground Railroad Marker 5K Underground Trail Distance 4 Mile Underground Trail Distance Black Men Run and Black Girls Run Columbus have teamed up with Fleet Feet Columbus and Saucony. There will be raffle prizes including free entries to the Columbus Marathon 5K & 1 Mile events, honoring the legacy of Jesse Owens. There will be Saucony shoe demos to try out on the trail. Also, order your exclusive Juneteenth Unisex Vintage Triblend Tee for $25, or select "No Shirt" for free event registration. You can also purchase additional tees in the event store linked here! 100% of proceeds go towards future Juneteenth community walk/runs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Juneteenth Walk and Run 2026 — Columbus, OH?

Juneteenth Walk and Run 2026 — Columbus, OH takes place on June 13, 2026. The race is held in Columbus, Ohio.

Where is Juneteenth Walk and Run 2026 — Columbus, OH held?

Juneteenth Walk and Run 2026 — Columbus, OH is held at 850 N. Nelson Rd. in Columbus, Ohio.

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