Kids in Capes 5K and Fun Run
Kids in Capes 5K and Fun Run is a running race on September 27, 2026 in Upper Arlington, OH, with entry fees from $8 to $32.
- Date
- September 27, 2026 (66 days to go)
- Price
- $8–$32
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Join the Callahan Murphy Hare Foundation for their 5th annual Kids in Capes 5K + Fun Run to benefit pediatric cancer research grants!
The route runs a gorgeous (and mostly flat!) 5K route through North Upper Arlington, beginning and ending at Thompson Park. A shorter kids dash and 1-mile option take place within Thompson Park. The after race party includes a family-friendly activities like bounce houses, games, an interactive art project, a silent auction and bake sale.
We can't wait to see you for another beautiful and meaningful event that helps fill the gap for pediatric cancer research funding.
5K and 1 Mile Walk/Run Registration includes:
Race Shirt, swag bag, coffee, water, banana, access to post-race activities (Bounce houses, yard games, obstacle course, cape and mask decorating, face painting and interactive community art project).
Fleet Feet gift cards for top 3 overall for 5K ($50, $75 and $100)
Post-Race Activities Only:
Kids 5 & Under not registering for the race with a time chipped bib, please register them for post-race activities only so they can join all the fun we offer following the race.
Learn more about CMHF: www.thecmhfoundation.org
Events
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
73°
Typical Low
50°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Columbus Ohio State Univ Ap, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Upper Arlington, OH
Nearest Airport
CMH
John Glenn Columbus International Airport · 10 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Days to train
- Race
- Kids in Capes 5K and Fun Run
- Date
- September 27, 2026
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Kids in Capes 5K and Fun Run
Sep 27, 2026