From the Organizer
The Delta Chicken Run is a special event for the community and its surrounding counties. Started by Dave Mason in the early 70's has happened every year since. The Delta Chicken Run benefits the Delta Parks. It is a part of the Delta Community Chicken Festival.
Event SWAG/Perks
Custom Event Shirt - Shirt Cut Off 7/2
Custom Finisher Medal - Limited to First 100 Registered Participants
Timed Event - Immediate Online Results
Pancake & Sausage Breakfast
Race Day Schedule
Race Day Registration - 7:15am to 8am
Chicken Run 5k - 8:00am
Awards - 8:40am
Overall Awards
Overall Male and Female
Masters Male and Female (40 and Over)
Age Group Awards - Top Finisher
9 & Under
10 - 14
15 - 19
20 - 29
30 - 39
40 - 49
50 - 59
60 - 69
70+
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
61°
Chance of Rain
28%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Wauseon Wtp, 9 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Delta, OH
Elevation
704 ft
Nearest Airport
TOL
Eugene F. Kranz Toledo Express Airport · 9 mi
Major Hub
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport · 56 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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Coming Up
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Delta Chicken Run 5k?
- Delta Chicken Run 5k is a running race held in Delta, Ohio on July 11, 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 Delta Chicken Run 5k?
- Saturday, July 11, 2026 in Delta, Ohio at 511 Taylor St, Delta, OH. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Delta Chicken Run 5k?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Delta Chicken Run 5k
Jul 11, 2026