
From the Organizer
Dedicated to the physical, mental, emotional and social needs of those living with Parkinson’s disease in the Greater Dayton/Cincinnati metroplex, Parkinson Support & Wellness exists to help those with PD learn about the disease, which empowers individuals to take control and make connections with local resources like support and exercise groups.
Steady Strides, a timed 5K race and walk brings people together to raise funds for our mission to serve the local Parkinson community. These funds go directly toward financial grants made to local exercise and therapy organizations and to essential educational programs like PD-EDU.
Our big day isn't just a 5k; it's a joyful gathering of our community and a demonstration of the impact we can make when we work together. Free food from some of our area’s iconic brands, musical entertainment and a Basket Raffle extravaganza will be found in the Wetterer’s Way concourse adjacent to the Start/Finish line.
Friends and family teams are the core that makes Steady Strides a financial success and a truly communal gathering. Joined by a common connection to Parkinson Disease, these groups come together to assure that the support services so vital to a full and active life are available to their loved ones. Teams take on their own personalities and make sure to include fun as a focus of the day. And they can get pretty competitive when it comes to number of participants and funds raised.
Support for the teams frequently ranges beyond immediate, even extended, families and circle of friends. Teams solicit sponsors from their communities and across their social media groups as well. This raises awareness and grows financial contributions.
Team captains are supported by the Steady Strides Race Committee and will be contacted by the committee to assist in recruiting.
Registration will be available at packet pickup and also on race day.
Wednesday, September 24, 2025 2:00-7:00 pm Queen City Running West 5819 Cheviot Road Cincinnati, OH 45247 513-918-4845
Thursday, September 25, 2025 11:00-3:00 pm Queen City Running North 8777 Cincinnati-Dayton Rd. West Chester, OH 45069 513-942-5005
Age Groups : 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79; 80+
Awards
1st and 2nd overall
1st in each age group
Concourse and Race Day registration open at 8:00AM
Accessible parking available
Runners start: at 10:00AM
The fun doesn’t end at the finish line!
Our post-race party helps to distinguish Steady Strides as not just a great 5k, but a chance for our community to come together in fun and fellowship.
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
78°
Typical Low
53°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Milford, 11 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
35,148
as of 2023
Elevation
872 ft
Nearest Airport
LUK
Cincinnati Municipal Airport Lunken Field · 17 mi
Major Hub
CVG
Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport · 27 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.
Race Location
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Parkinson's Steady Strides 5K 2026
Sep 19, 2026