
Germantown Fire & EMS Night Run is a running race on August 29, 2026 in Germantown, OH, with an entry fee of $25.
From the Organizer
Germantown Fire & EMS
5k Night Run / 1 Mile Night Walk
Description:
Join us on August 29th, 2026 for a run or walk around Kercher Park in support of the Germantown Fire and EMS Association!
All fitness levels are welcome for a fun adventure through Kercher Park.
Beginning at the Pavilion, there will be ample parking, along with music, snacks, hydration, and the start/finish line. The course takes you on the beautiful community walking path where you will go around the soccer fields, through the baseball diamonds, along side the disc golf course, then turn around for an "out and back" finish! Participants are welcome to run or walk!
There is also a 1-mile walk option for those just beginning a new fitness journey or who would just like to finish the day with a fun and glowing walk with friends!
Participants are welcome to bring headlamps or waist lights.
Post Race:
Award Ceremony will take place right after the last person finishes. Families are welcome to play at the park as well! There will be glow sticks, light up glasses, flashing lights, and more! Several food trucks will also be at the park.
Dates:
08/14 - T-Shirt Cutoff Date.
08/29 - Race Date
Times:
6PM - Race Day registration and packet pick up.
8PM - Race Start
Location:
Kercher Park, Germantown, Ohio
Price:
$25 - Online Registration
$30 - Race day registration
$15 - Extra Shirts(Purchase through website store)
Awards:
1st-3rd place top Male and Female finishers
Age group awards (1st place only):
12 and under
13-19,
20-29,
30-39,
40-49,
50-59,
60-69, and
70+.
Weather
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day
Saturday, 8/29
High
85°
Low
64°
Conditions
Sunny
Chance of Rain
0%
Wind
3 mph
Host City
Population
5,796
as of 2023
City Elevation
718 ft
Nearest Airport
DAY
James M. Cox Dayton International Airport · 21 mi
Major Hub
CVG
Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport · 43 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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