From the Organizer
Please join us for the 5th annual Bad Dog 5000 this July 18 at the Carry-it Party Shop in Ottawa, Ohio. This race was founded to honor 2 very special ladies, Sam and Carol. 100% of the proceeds got to the Putnam County CAP. This amazing organization helps with expenses for people going through treatment for cancer.
This year will be a night race with registration opening up at 6pm, and race beginning at 7:15pm. We also upgrade the prizes to customized beer glasses for the winners, and as always we have a SICK design for the T-shirts this year!
You will want to stick around for the after party too! Drink tokens for every runner, good for alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. We will also have a 50/50 raffle that night as well.
This is a family friendly event. Bring the kids and run, jog, walk, bike, or rollerblade. We don’t care, everyone is welcome!
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
84°
Typical Low
64°
Chance of Rain
35%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Pandora, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Ottawa, OH
Population
4,439
as of 2023
Elevation
727 ft
Nearest Airport
TOL
Eugene F. Kranz Toledo Express Airport · 41 mi
Major Hub
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport · 90 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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Waiting For?
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Bad Dog 5000?
- Bad Dog 5000 is a running race held in Ottawa, Ohio on July 18, 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 Bad Dog 5000?
- Saturday, July 18, 2026 in Ottawa, Ohio at 1206 St Rt 224, Ottawa, OH. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Bad Dog 5000?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Bad Dog 5000
Jul 18, 2026