
Big Nut Strut is a running race on November 8–15, 2026 in Sunbury, OH, with an entry fee of $30.
From the Organizer
Welcome to the 17th Annual Big Nut Strut! You can participate in-person or virtually for the 5K race or 1 mile walk. This race starts and finishes in front of Prairie Run Elementary (701 North Miller Dr, Sunbury, OH 43074). The Big Nut Strut brings our community together helping raise support for all Big Walnut Preschool, Elementary, Intermediate, Middle School and High School PTOs. These committees enrich our students educational experience through support of additional programs and materials to their curriculum. Come join us to show your EAGLE PRIDE!
We are going cashless!
Please note that all race day registration will be cashless and all registration will be done online (no cash transactions). Please bring your smartphone and credit card with you on race day if you or your friends are planning to register on the day of the race! Thank you so much. We are so excited for the 17th annual Big Nut Strut!
Events
Weather
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
57°
Typical Low
37°
Chance of Rain
37%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Westerville, 10 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
1,006 ft
Nearest Airport
CMH
John Glenn Columbus International Airport · 19 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Big Nut Strut
Nov 8, 2026