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Fall Back 5K

Date
November 1, 2026
Distance
Fall Back 5K Run or Run/Walk · Fall Back 5K Walk Only
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From the Organizer

Join Us for the Fall Back 5K!

Support St. Mary Catholic School and our partner charity, Mary's House, by taking part in this enjoyable, family-friendly event! We are thrilled to be part of the River City Runners & Walkers Series once again.

Register by October 20 to ensure you receive your long-sleeve race shirt!  
After October 20, registration will increase to $30, and shirts will no longer be guaranteed—so be sure to sign up early!

On race day, awards will be presented to the top 3 male and female finishers in the following age categories:

- 0–10
- 11–20
- 21–30
- 31–40
- 41–50
- 51–60
- 61–70
- 71–80
- 81–90
- 91+

Put on your running shoes and join us in making a difference—one step at a time!

Events

Fall Back 5K Run or Run/Walk2 PMRegister →
Fall Back 5K Walk Only2 PMRegister →

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

60°

Typical Low

38°

Chance of Rain

38%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Marietta Wwtp, 2 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:55 AMSunset 5:26 PMDaylight 10h 31m

Host City

About Marietta, OH

Population

13,282

as of 2023

Nearest Airport

PKB

Mid Ohio Valley Regional Airport · 6 mi

Major Hub

CMH

John Glenn Columbus International Airport · 85 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

From Endurance Grid

A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.

Race Location

Your Next Start Line

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Fall Back 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

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Days to train

Race
Fall Back 5K
Date
November 1, 2026

From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.

With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.

Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.

Read the Guide

Running

From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Fall Back 5K?
Fall Back 5K is a running race held in Marietta, Ohio on November 1, 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 Fall Back 5K?
Sunday, November 1, 2026 in Marietta, Ohio at East Muskingum Park, Marietta, OH. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Fall Back 5K?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Fall Back 5K

Nov 1, 2026

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