
From the Organizer
Join us on Saturday, October 3, 2026 as we host our sixth annual Harvest 5K at The Way International Headquarters in New Knoxville, Ohio.
Move your body and breathe the fresh, crisp, fall air as you walk or run the 5K. After the race, enjoy family-friendly entertainment with good food from various food trucks, fun activities and music that is sure to uplift and encourage you in celebration of God’s abundance.
Bring your family and friends along too! Then on Sunday morning, join us for our Sunday Teaching Service at The Word Over the World Auditorium.
Harvest 5K Information:
Register by September 20 to be guaranteed to receive a t-shirt with purchase.
Cash prizes will be given to the top male and female finishers.
Medals will be awarded to the top 3 finishers in each age group (men and women):
14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and over.
Information for Children's Races:
Registration - Free
Children must be accompanied by an adult. Each child who participates will receive a medal as well as other fun gifts for their participation.
50-Yard Dash for 3- to 7-year-olds begins at 10:00 p.m.; Quarter-Mile Fun Run for 8- to 11-year-olds will begin soon after.
Enjoy a bounce house and other fun activities before and after the children's races!
Food Information:
What's a harvest event without hot chocolate and apple cider? There will be plenty of both to refresh and warm you throughout the event. There will also be water and light post-race snacks for participants.
Events
Weather
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
71°
Typical Low
48°
Chance of Rain
29%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Celina 3 Ne, 13 mi from the venue.
Host City
Elevation
892 ft
Nearest Airport
DAY
James M. Cox Dayton International Airport · 42 mi
Major Hub
CMH
John Glenn Columbus International Airport · 83 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Race Location
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Harvest 5K
Oct 3, 2026