Cincinnati's second oldest race behind the Thanksgiving Day Race is back in 2026 for number 50. The Race will be at Otto Armleder Park in Cincinnati OH. Proceeds from the race benefit promoting running and walking in Greater Cincinnati. COURSE: 5K (3.1 miles) course in park and on paved trail. AWARDS: Top 3 Male Overall and 3 Female Overall runners. Top 10% in each running division based on Preregistration. Male and Female Divisions: Runners: 14/under, 15-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75+. Weight Divisions: 215+; Walk RACE DAY REGISTRATION / NUMBER PICKUP: Opens at 8:00 AM. Race Day Cost: $25.00 General Public, $20 - Age 21 and Under / RCGC Members. Memorial Day Race 50 Shirts are available for extra charge.
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for May 25.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Cincinnati, 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.
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
