
Dennis Risch Memorial 5K Run/Walk is a running race on March 7, 2027 in Cincinnati, OH, with an entry fee of $30.
Runners and Walkers are welcome
Benefit:
Dennis S. Risch Memorial Fund. The fund this year will be supporting the Immigrant and Refugee Law Center.
Dennis cared about providing opportunities for young people to flourish and break cycles of poverty. He had a heart for at-risk youth and life-giving opportunities like sports, travel, and outdoor adventures. As a father and coach to three daughters, he rooted for girls. He loved music and sponsoring music opportunities for others. Deeply rooted in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky, he cared about the urban core and preserving history of these places. He sought to spread examples of God’s love and goodness through his life and his gifts.
Read more about Dennis and the Memorial Fund Here.
Course:
Beautiful course starts and ends near the Spring Grove Funeral Home and winds through the arboretum
Registration:
Registration fee for Adults 19 and over: $30 through Saturday, February 28, 2026. Race Day fee will be $35. You
Registration fee for Youth 6-18 years old: $10 through February 28, 2026. Race Day fee will be $15
Kids under 6 need not register.
Note: All registrations will be done online, including race day.
T-Shirts:
Commemorative Short-sleeve T-shirts will be available for $15. Limited quantities available while supplies last.
Divisions:
19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and over.
Awards:
Overall Male and Female Winners and the Top male and Female in each division
New in 2025: Overall Male and Female winners in the Stoller category.
Check-in and Packet Pick up:
Race Day check-in will be from 7:30 AM to 8:45 AM at the venue.
There is no early pre-race day check in for 2026.
Results:
Complete results will be posted here.
Post-Race:
"There will be a gathering at the Brink Brewing Company following the race from 11-3 pm for all those that would like to continue our time together."
5905 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45224
Directions:
Google: https://goo.gl/maps/vTrXs6wsJVpwZFfo6 for directions from your location.
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
48°
Typical Low
30°
Chance of Rain
37%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Cheviot, 6 mi from the venue.
Population
3,998
as of 2023
City Elevation
501 ft
Nearest Airport
CVG
Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport · 12 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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Dennis Risch Memorial 5K Run/Walk
Mar 7, 2027