Columbus Race for Global Water 5K
Columbus Race for Global Water 5K is a running race on October 3, 2026 in Lewis Center, OH, with an entry fee of $30.
- Date
- October 3, 2026 (72 days to go)
- Price
- $30
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
The Ohio Section of the Ohio American Water Works Association (OAWWA) , Del-Co Water Co., the City of Columbus, and the City of Westerville are proud to partner with Water For People to host the 12th Annual Race for Global Water 5K. Water for People exists to promote the development of high-quality drinking water and sanitation services, accessible to all, and sustained by strong communities, businesses, and governments. In a world where many people, mostly children, die every year because they don't have access to clean water and sanitation, you can help make a difference. Run or walk to support Water For People! For more information, please visit https://www.waterforpeople.org/.
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
73°
Typical Low
49°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Westerville, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Lewis Center, OH
City Elevation
921 ft
Nearest Airport
CMH
John Glenn Columbus International Airport · 14 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Columbus Race for Global Water 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
72
Days to train
- Race
- Columbus Race for Global Water 5K
- Date
- October 3, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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Running
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Coming Up
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Make it a Racecation
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Columbus Race for Global Water 5K
Oct 3, 2026