Cincinnati Dragons 5K
- Date
- August 29, 2026
- Distance
- 5K Run/Walk · 5K Wheelchair/Handcycle · 1 Mile Fun Walk & more
From the Organizer
Join us for the 4th annual Cincinnati Dragons 5K on Saturday, August 29th at 9:00am at Rentschler Forest MetroPark in Hamilton, Ohio.
Our race will benefit the Greater Cincinnati Adaptive Sports Club (GCASC), whose mission is to promote and provide adapted sports opportunities for children and adults who have a disability in the Greater Cincinnati area.
RACE FEATURES
- Scenic course on paved surfaces through beautiful Rentschler Forest
- Commemorative race T-shirts (Unisex & Youth sizes)
- Awards for Top Finishers in the 5K - Top 3 Overall M/F, Top 3 Overall Wheelchair M/F and 1st Place in each age group category M/F.
- Free Race Photos
- Chip Timing provided by GHG Timing
- Food, fun and fellowship
- 5K Run/Walk & Wheelchair/Handcycle (timed), 1 Mile Fun Walk (untimed), FREE Kid's Dash and Virtual option
- Referral Rewards -- Refer 5 friends/family and earn a $20 refund on your registration
PACKET PICKUP Packet pickup will be available on race day starting at 8:00 AM.
5K COURSE MAP Coming soon
FREE KID'S DASH Our Kid's 1/4 Mile Dash is FREE for children 9 and under. Parents can purchase a commemorative race T-shirt as an add-on for $10.00. Children participating in the Kid's Dash will receive a finisher's medal but there will be no awards or official timing for this event.
The Greater Cincinnati Adapted Sports Club is a 501(c)3 organization powered 100% by volunteers. Our goal is to provide the Dragons with a top notch athletic experience that includes equipment that allow them to reach their potential and the ability to travel to tournaments in order to find the best competition the NWBA’s Junior Division has to offer. We’ll never let money become an obstacle for a player to participate and you can help!
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
85°
Typical Low
60°
Chance of Rain
37%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Hamilton Butler Co Rgnl Ap, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Hamilton, OH
Population
63,124
as of 2023
Elevation
588 ft
Nearest Airport
LUK
Cincinnati Municipal Airport Lunken Field · 22 mi
Major Hub
CVG
Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport · 25 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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- Date
- August 29, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Cincinnati Dragons 5K?
- Cincinnati Dragons 5K is a running race held in Hamilton, Ohio on August 29, 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 Cincinnati Dragons 5K?
- Saturday, August 29, 2026 in Hamilton, Ohio at Rentschler Forest MetroPark, Hamilton, OH. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Cincinnati Dragons 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Cincinnati Dragons 5K
Aug 29, 2026