BuckeyeThon 5K

Sun, Sep 6, 2026, 9:00 AM EDT

Location: Columbus, OH; 337 Annie and John Glenn Ave, 43210
Type: RUN

Official registration Past results (if available)

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Course feel, difficulty, and community fit are being added to this listing. Check back, and always confirm details on the official registration page.

Distances & registration

4 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

5K
Sun, Sep 6, 9:00 AM EDT · From $44.95
Opens Apr 10, 2026, 8:27 AM EDT · Closes Sep 6, 2026, 5:30 AM EDT
5K
Sun, Sep 6, 9:00 AM EDT · From $28.95
Opens Apr 10, 2026, 8:27 AM EDT · Closes Sep 6, 2026, 5:30 AM EDT
5K
Sun, Sep 6, 9:00 AM EDT · From $49.95
Opens Apr 10, 2026, 8:27 AM EDT · Closes Sep 6, 2026, 5:30 AM EDT

+ 1 more option

50 Yards
Sun, Sep 6, 8:00 AM EDT · From $8.75
Opens Apr 10, 2026, 8:27 AM EDT · Closes Sep 6, 2026, 5:00 AM EDT

The course

From the organizer

Get ready to run, walk, and celebrate at the BuckeyeThon 5K—Ohio State's most spirited race benefiting Nationwide Children’s Hospital! Score a FREE exclusive BuckeyeThon T-shirt and a shiny commemorative medal when you cross the finish line. Along the way, soak up the electrifying atmosphere of cheering champion families, upbeat music, and iconic OSU landmarks around The Oval and campus greenspaces.

After your victory lap, fuel up with delicious FREE food and hydration stations. Stick around for family-friendly fun featuring vibrant inflatables for kids and DJ beats to keep the party going. Plus, meet our amazing Champion Kids and see firsthand how your participation makes a life-changing difference.

Whether you’re aiming for a personal best (laser timed) or just here for the fun, the BuckeyeThon 5K promises unforgettable moments, genuine connections, and endless smiles. Lace up those shoes, gather your friends and family, and help us create miracles—one joyful step at a time!