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ORRRC Lou Cox at DeWeese Park 5k

ORRRC Lou Cox at DeWeese Park 5k is a running race on September 3, 2026 in Dayton, OH, with an entry fee of $10.

Date
September 3, 2026 (42 days to go)
Price
$10
Sport
Running
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From the Organizer

RACE START TIME: 6:30 p.m.

WHERE: DeWeese Park, 2600 DeWeese Parkway, Dayton, OH 45414.

PARKING: Park in the large gravel parking lot at the entrance of Triangle Park at the corner of Ridge Ave. and DeWeese Parkway.

COURSE: This is a beautiful flat 5k (3.1 mile) course on paved recreation paths that loops through 3 scenic Dayton parks (DeWeese Park, Triangle Park, and Island MetroPark) along the banks of the Stillwater and Great Miami Rivers.

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.

TRACK & CROSS COUNTRY TEAMS AND COACHES: Runners of all ages can preregister online using RunSignup (both ORRRC members and non-members). If you plan to bring a team of student athletes to this event without getting them preregistered online in advance, provide each student under age 18 with this Permission slip for groups of kids under 18 and have their parent or guardian sign it prior to race day. Coaches cannot sign this waiver for their athletes. Collect and bring the signed permission slips to the race day registration table. This will be extremely helpful to our registration volunteers, and we thank you in advance!

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:

Top 3 overall male and female.
Age group awards for first place male and female; 18 and under, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69 and 70+.
Top 3 overall male and female Wolverines.

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: Doug Picard

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!

Events

ORRRC Lou Cox 5k - free for ORRRC members$10

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

84°

Typical Low

61°

Chance of Rain

26%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Dayton Mcd, 1 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 7:06 AMSunset 8:04 PMDaylight 12h 58m

Host City

About Dayton, OH

Population

136,741

as of 2023

City Elevation

744 ft

Nearest Airport

DAY

James M. Cox Dayton International Airport · 11 mi

Major Hub

CVG

Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport · 54 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

From Endurance Grid

A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.

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Race
ORRRC Lou Cox at DeWeese Park 5k
Date
September 3, 2026

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About This Sport

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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.

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Coming from out of town? There's more to Dayton than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the ORRRC Lou Cox at DeWeese Park 5k?+
ORRRC Lou Cox at DeWeese Park 5k is a running race held in Dayton, Ohio on September 3, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
When and where is the ORRRC Lou Cox at DeWeese Park 5k?+
Thursday, September 3, 2026 in Dayton, Ohio at 2600 DeWeese Parkway. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the ORRRC Lou Cox at DeWeese Park 5k?+
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

ORRRC Lou Cox at DeWeese Park 5k

Sep 3, 2026

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