Hancock County and Findlay 5K’s
If running is your thing then Hancock County is the place to be! There are many Hancock County and Findlay 5K’s, Fun Runs, Walks, and even a 10K coming up! Are you planning a 5K or other event in Hancock County? Make sure you submit them to our event calendar!
Judgement Free 5K and 1 Mile Walk/Roll/Shuffle
June 4, 10 a.m.
Riverbend Park
Including people of all abilities in a fun, judgement free event that promotes physical activity. The 1-Mile Walk/Roll/Shuffle is handicap-accessible, and we welcome those with wheelchairs, strollers, service animals, etc. Please specify if you would like assistance, and we will provide a volunteer to accompany you in the walk. Proceeds from this event will benefit Planet Fitness partners – the Hancock County Special Olympics and Outdoor Mindset. These organizations share our goal of providing our community members with opportunities to be active. Register by May 20 to receive a race t-shirt, goody bag and a free post-race snow cone provided by Outdoor Mindset! Sign up here! RunSignUp.com
Trojan March
June 11, 8 a.m.
Donnell Middle School
Run one of the only 10K’s in Northwest Ohio or a 5K ! This event begins at Donnell Middle School and goes down Main Street past the historic homes of Findlay, by the new Marathon Petroleum Complex and renovated historic businesses. The 10k will continue past University of Findlay then by Findlay High School as it weaves its way back to Donnell to finish at the 50 yard line of Donnell Stadium! Besides showcasing our beautiful city, homes, businesses and people, all proceeds will go to two worth causes, the Trojan Club for needed equipment and to Stefanie’s Team of Hope for cancer research at The James at Ohio State. Plus, Chris Spielman will be joining the fun! Facebook.com
St. Michael’s Run Like It’s Recess
June 17, 7 p.m.
St. Michael’s Church
Welcome to St. Michael the Archangel Parish’s Third Annual Run Like It’s Recess 5K and 1 Mile Family Fun Run! The goal of the committee is to encourage kids and families to get involved in healthy activity, increasing awareness of physical fitness for a healthier lifestyle. Proceeds from this event are to support the growth of St. Michael Archangel Parent Teacher Council (PTC), such as playground equipment, technology updates, family centered events, and to promote a healthy lifestyle in our community through various activities. The 5K Run/Walk begins at 7 p.m. and the 1 mile family fun run begins at 8 p.m. Sign up now! Recess5K.com
Relay for Life
June 24-25, 6 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Hancock County Fairgrounds
Communities across the globe come together to honor cancer survivors, remember loved ones lost, and fight back against a disease that has already taken too much. The funds you raise truly make a difference in the fight against cancer just ask one of the nearly 14 million cancer survivors who will celebrate another birthday this year! Relay For Life teams camp out overnight and take turns walking or running for 24 hours long, and because cancer never sleeps, each team is asked to have at least one participant on the track at all times. ACSEvents.org
Glow Run
June 24, 7:30 p.m.
Findlay Family YMCA
Join us for the 3rd Annual YMCA Glow Run in Downtown Findlay. This fun run and 5K will also have a Kids Fest, After Glow Party, and even more fun! This family friendly event will help support the Y’s Annual Support Campaign and all of the youth development programs offered to the Findlay/Hancock County Community. Register online. RunSignUp.com
Tough Cookie 5K and Fun Run
July 30, 7:45 a.m.
McComb Park
Celebrate the McComb Cookie Festival with the Tough Cookie 5K and Fun Run! The 1K Fun Run begins at 7:45 a.m. with the 5K following at 8 a.m. After the 5K enjoy all that the McComb Cookie Festival has for you and your family to enjoy! Facebook.com
Runners at the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure
Save the Date for these Races coming up!
- Light Up the Knight 5K, August 6, Van Buren
- Up, Up, and Away 5K, August 13, Findlay
- Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure, September 24, Findlay
- Turkey Trot, November 24, Findlay
- Jingle Bell Jog, December 17, Findlay
So lace up your shoes, grab some music, and Run, Findlay, Run! Don’t miss all the other events taking place in Hancock County by checking out our event calendar.