Our goal is to support members of our city while highlighting east side community partners! 5th Annual Run to Church on July 5th. 2026 Race begins at 8:30AM. The 5K Run/Walk will begin & end at Faith Lutheran Church, in Whitehall. All proceeds from this event will support the work of the Carter Kindness a local non profit that seeks to feed people and spread kindness across our city. Check out, and follow, Carter Kindness on Facebook, here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/903330483747660/ The 5K Run/Walk course will be mostly on neighborhood roads and a loop around Lamby Lane Park before heading back to the finish line. The course is flat and on paved surfaces. Race Day Perks Before the race enjoy wonderful coffee provided by Florin Coffee and afterward stay for the post race hotdogs courtesy of Uncle Will's Wagon . Pastries and treats are available for runners, walkers, watchers, and all visitors. Race T-shirt Each participant will receive a race shirt. If you register for the race af
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for July 5.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Columbus, 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
