10th Annual Blue Ribbon Run
- Date
- September 19, 2026
- Distance
- 5k Individual Run/Walk · 5k Team Run/Walk
From the Organizer
The Citizens to Protect Children and the Elderly are holding their 10th Annual 5K walk/run on Saturday, September 19, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. This event is open to all who wish to participate. Each participant will receive a t-shirt.
Special Team Pricing
We have team options and pricing available. Team pricing is subject to the minimum number participants (6). You will need to have 6 people on a team for the guaranteed price structure outlined on the site.
August 26 - Cutoff to be Guaranteed a T-Shirt
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Medals awarded to all group winners
Awards/Certificates:
Top Male and Female-12 and under
Top Male and Female-13-19
Top Male and Female- 20-39
Top Male and Female-40-59
Top Male and Female-60 and over
"Paid for by Citizens to Protect Children and the Elderly from Abuse and Neglect".
September - Hunger Action Month
For this years race we are wanting to give back to the community. We are asking participants to bring a canned good to the event. For every can you bring you will get a raffle ticket in order to enter into a randomized prize drawing. All canned goods will be donated to the local food pantry.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
77°
Typical Low
55°
Chance of Rain
29%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Columbus Port Columbus Intl Ap, 9 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Pickerington, OH
Elevation
893 ft
Nearest Airport
CMH
John Glenn Columbus International Airport · 10 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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- Race
- 10th Annual Blue Ribbon Run
- Date
- September 19, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 10th Annual Blue Ribbon Run?
- 10th Annual Blue Ribbon Run is a running race held in Pickerington, Ohio on September 19, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the 10th Annual Blue Ribbon Run?
- Saturday, September 19, 2026 in Pickerington, Ohio at 100 Lockville Rad, Pickerington, OH. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 10th Annual Blue Ribbon Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
10th Annual Blue Ribbon Run
Sep 19, 2026