Fearless 5K
Fearless 5K is a running race on August 1, 2026 in Mechanicsburg, OH, with entry fees from $20 to $30.
- Date
- August 1, 2026 (Race day is today)
- Price
- $20–$30
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
RUNNING4LIFE will host the 14th Annual Fearless 5k on Saturday, August 1st at 9am at Goshen Memorial Park, Mechanicsburg. This family event raises funds for youth 20 years of age & under who suffer from a serious or life-threatening disease injury or illness. DJ, Bounce house & food vendors will be present, so there's sure to be something for everyone!
Kids fun run is a 1/4 mile on a flat cinder track.
1 mile run/walk is on a flat cinder track.
The 5k is on a cross-country course, thus earning the name, "Fearless".
RUNNING4LIFE has assisted 33 youth & their families with such needs as gas cards, meal cards, groceries, rent, propane, electric, school supplies, vehicles & our prayers & support. We hope YOU will join us on August 1st 2026 at the Fearless!
5K Race Awards
Awards are provided to the top overall male and female finishers as well as the top three finishers by gender in each of the following age groups: 15U, 16-20, 21-25, 26-30, 31-35, 36-40, 41-45, 46-50, 51-55, 56-60, 61 & Over.
Events
Weather
Race-Day Forecast
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day
Saturday, 8/1
High
—
Low
66°
Conditions
Showers and thunderstorms likely
Chance of Rain
60%
Host City
About Mechanicsburg, OH
City Elevation
1,114 ft
Nearest Airport
DAY
James M. Cox Dayton International Airport · 36 mi
Major Hub
CMH
John Glenn Columbus International Airport · 36 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Today
Race day is here
- Race
- Fearless 5K
- Date
- August 1, 2026
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Fearless 5K
Aug 1, 2026