Community Refugee & Immigration Services' 13th Annual 5K + Community-Wide Event
- Date
- October 3–4, 2026
- Location
- 303 W Broad St, Columbus, OH
- Distance
- 5K Run/Walk - IN-PERSON · 1 Mile Walk - Untimed - IN-PERSON · Kids Fun Run - IN-PERSON & more
From the Organizer
Join us this year on Saturday, October 3, at Genoa Park in downtown Columbus!
Race start time: 10:00 AM
Our mission is to help refugees and immigrants reach safety and stability, sustain self-sufficiency, and achieve successful integration into the Central Ohio community.
Community Refugee & Immigration Services (CRIS) is an independent non-profit organization that serves the growing refugee and immigrant populations in Central Ohio. Our various programs have dedicated staff members from around the world who speak many different languages. Among other things, we are a refugee resettlement agency, meaning we have a contract with the Department of State to directly receive and place refugees in our community. In partnership with Church World Service, we resettle individuals and families from all over the world.
Join us at our live and in-person event on Saturday, October 3, or virtually between Saturday, October 3, and Sunday, October 4, 2026, to complete your 5K run or walk as we celebrate our mission and our community.
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
72°
Typical Low
49°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Columbus Wcmh, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Columbus, OH
Population
906,480
as of 2023
Elevation
819 ft
Nearest Airport
CMH
John Glenn Columbus International Airport · 5 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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Days to train
- Race
- Community Refugee & Immigration Services' 13th Annual 5K + Community-Wide Event
- Date
- October 3–4, 2026
- Location
- 303 W Broad St, Columbus, OH
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Community Refugee & Immigration Services' 13th Annual 5K + Community-Wide Event?
- Community Refugee & Immigration Services' 13th Annual 5K + Community-Wide Event is a running race held in Columbus, Ohio on October 3, 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 Community Refugee & Immigration Services' 13th Annual 5K + Community-Wide Event?
- Saturday, October 3, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio at 303 W Broad St, Columbus, OH. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Community Refugee & Immigration Services' 13th Annual 5K + Community-Wide Event?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Community Refugee & Immigration Services' 13th Annual 5K + Community-Wide Event
Oct 3, 2026