20th Annual Cat Caper 5K
- Date
- September 13, 2026
- Distance
- Cat Caper 5K · Cat Caper 5K - Walker · Cat Caper Kids Run & more
From the Organizer
Please join us for the 20th Annual Cat Caper 5K walk/run benefiting the Cat Welfare Association on Sunday, September 13th at 10am. Our location will be the Westerville Sports Complex located at 325 N Cleveland Avenue.
The Westerville Sports Complex has great parking and a race course that is flat, paved, scenic & fun. In addition, the space for our CAT CAPER 5K RAFFLE is ideal. Participants will once again have a chance to connect with nature while running or walking the 5K.
As with the past, bring all your friends or family and save! If you register 5 or more for the 5K and everyone in the group gets $5 off their entry! Each member of the group needs to register in the same 'cart' and the discount will automatically appear when you check-out.
For additional event information, visit https://catwelfareassoc.org/cat-caper-5k
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
80°
Typical Low
57°
Chance of Rain
29%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Westerville, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Westerville, OH
Population
2,095
as of 2023
Elevation
854 ft
Nearest Airport
CMH
John Glenn Columbus International Airport · 6 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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Days to train
- Race
- 20th Annual Cat Caper 5K
- Date
- September 13, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 20th Annual Cat Caper 5K?
- 20th Annual Cat Caper 5K is a running race held in Westerville, Ohio on September 13, 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 20th Annual Cat Caper 5K?
- Sunday, September 13, 2026 in Westerville, Ohio at 325 N Cleveland Ave, Westerville, OH. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 20th Annual Cat Caper 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
20th Annual Cat Caper 5K
Sep 13, 2026