
Beethoven's Fifth 5K - April 11, 2026
Sat, Apr 11, 2026, 10:00 AM EDT
- Location
- Ashland, OH
- 1360 Smith Road, 44805-4529
- Type
- RUN
Sign up and verify details on the organizer’s official page.
At a glance
Challenge yourself to outpace Beethoven's Fifth Symphony in this 5K, all while supporting the Ashland Symphony Orchestra.
- Competitive
- Quirky
- For a Cause
Who it's for
- Faith & Community
Great for: cause-driven runners, runners who like a competitive edge
Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing
Join the Beethoven's Fifth 5K in Ashland, Ohio, for a unique challenge on April 11, 2026. This event invites you to see if you can complete the 3.1-mile course before Beethoven's Fifth Symphony concludes. It's a wonderful opportunity to support the Ashland Symphony Orchestra, with options to donate and save on registration. Runners registering by March 20th will receive a T-shirt and participation medal. The course is a 5K starting and finishing at Peace Evangelical Lutheran Church.
What to expect
- Run a 5K course starting and finishing at Peace Evangelical Lutheran Church.
- Test your speed against the iconic Beethoven's Fifth Symphony.
- Receive a T-shirt and participation medal when you register by March 20th.
Standout details
- Beat Beethoven's Fifth Symphony challenge
- Benefits Ashland Symphony Orchestra
- T-shirt and medal for early registrants
- Donation savings on registration
Auto-drafted from the public listing — confirm details on the official event page before signing up.
Distances & registration
2 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 5K
Sat, Apr 11, 10:00 AM EDT · From $27.50
Opens Dec 31, 2025, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Jan 31, 2026, 6:59 PM EST
- 5K
Sat, Apr 11, 10:00 AM EDT · From $27.50
Opens Dec 31, 2025, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Jan 31, 2026, 6:59 PM EST
The course
- Hilly
- Timed race
Vibe Check
Easygoing
5K distance, hilly area, typically mild weather
Based on typical seasonal and area patterns — not a course map or official forecast.
From the organizer
Beethoven’s 5th – 5K Saturday, April 11, 2026 @ 10:00am
To benefit the Ashland Symphony Orchestra
Can you beat Beethoven’s 5th Symphony?
Location :
Peace Evangelical Lutheran Church, 1360 Smith Rd, Ashland OH 44805
Registration :
$25 Early, Early Bird January 1 - 31
$30 Early Bird February 1 - 28
$35 March 1
Register by March 20th and receive a free T-shirt and participation medal.
Save on registration fees! Make a donation of $25 and save $2.50, $50 and save $5, $100 and save $10.
Online registration closes April 8. Race Day registration starts at 9:00 a.m.
Course :
5K (3.1 miles) starting and finishing at 1360 Smith Rd
Schedule :
9:00 a.m. Registration Peace Evangelical Lutheran Church 10:00 a.m. 5K start Peace Evangelical Lutheran Church
Age groups :
14 & under 15-19 20-29 30-39 40-49 50-59 60 & over
Contact :
ASO Office 419-289-5115 or email symphony@ashland.edu
Links :
Website
Facebook Page
Facebook Event
Race Map
Also in this area
Similar vibe nearby
Races nearby with a similar atmosphere.
Easier options nearby
Lower-difficulty races in the same state.
- 2026 14th Annual Black Squirrel 5K Walk/Run & 1-Mile Walk/Run/RollSat, Apr 11, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT · Kent, OH
- Color your world 1mile/5k fun run/walkSat, Apr 11, 2026, 9:15 AM EDT · Montpileier, OH
- Bowling Green State University Sexual Assault Awareness Month 5k & Dog WalkSat, Apr 11, 2026, 10:00 AM EDT · Bowling Green, OH
More demanding options nearby
Higher-difficulty races in the same state.