
ORRRC Cross Country Trail 5k is a running race on October 17, 2026 in Centerville, OH, with an entry fee of $10.
From the Organizer
RACE START TIME: 9:00am
PARKING: Watts Middle School, 7056 McEwen Road, Centerville, OH 45459
COURSE: Trails through Grant Park
REGISTRATION: Registration is available to all through RunSignup prior to the race. Online registration remains open until approximately 15 minutes before race start and can be done in-person at the race. Hard copy registration sheets are also available on race day if needed. Minors may be registered on RunSignup by a parent or guardian or in-person with a parent or guardian present to sign the waiver.
CHECK-IN: All participants must check-in before the race and attach their assigned timing chip to one of their shoes. Look for the table with the green tablecloth to get your chip.
We recommend you arrive at least one hour before the race to park, check in, and warm-up prior to the race start.
FEES:
All Current ORRRC Members Run for Free (Fee waived automatically when your RSU membership profile is used, or bring your card/proof of membership to the event)
Non-Members:
– $10 for ages 15 and up
– Free for ages 14 and under
Members, if you don't register through RunSignup, you absolutely MUST show proof of membership on race day to be eligible for the member fees! No exceptions!
Not an ORRRC Member? Click here to find out how to become a member and learn the benefits of membership. You'll also get the option to join during registration.
AWARDS: First Overall Male/Female, First Male/Female Masters (40 and over), First Grand Master Male/Female (50 and over), and First Senior Male/Female (60 and over). Recipients of these overall awards are not eligible for the age group awards. We plan to use these 10 age group categories for additional top finisher awards for this race: 9 and under (non-competitive, all finishers are winners), 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80 & up.
ANIMAL POLICY: Due to our insurance coverage, animals are not permitted at any ORRRC event. The only exception is service dogs, which must be clearly identified. Persons with any other animals will be removed from the event (will not be issued a timing chip, and will not appear in results or photos). We thank you in advance for your cooperation!
RACE DIRECTOR: Kevin Thieke
VOLUNTEERS: Meet some new friends and have a great time while making a valuable contribution to the local running community by volunteering at this event. If you would like to help, please sign up on the volunteer tab, and we’ll be sure to find a job for you!
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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
66°
Typical Low
44°
Chance of Rain
35%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Dayton Wright Bros Ap, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
Nearest Airport
DAY
James M. Cox Dayton International Airport · 18 mi
Major Hub
CVG
Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport · 49 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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ORRRC Cross Country Trail 5k
Oct 17, 2026