Putnam County Running Series
- Date
- September 5 – October 17, 2026
- Location
- 601 State Route 224, Ottawa, OH
- Distance
- 5K · Other
- Price
- $25
From the Organizer
The Putnam County Running series is a connection between three local races in Putnam County; Glandorf ParkFest Turtle Trot 5k, Kalida Pioneer Days Friday 4 Miler, and the SPPS Foundation Run 5k.
The series was created to promote and encourage Putnam County residents to live an active & healthy life style. Each race benefits local organizations and charities in its respective community.
Series Info:
To take part in the running series participants must be entered into all three races.
The best way to be part of the series is to sign up for the series all together @ runsignup.com! You save $2 on each race's registration!
Series cumulative time from the three races will be used to determine series placing.
Top 3 overall male & female runners + top female & male masters runner from the series will receive special awards.
All entrants that preregister for all three races will be guaranteed to receive a free quarter zip!
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
80°
Typical Low
58°
Chance of Rain
30%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Pandora, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Ottawa, OH
Population
4,439
as of 2023
City Elevation
727 ft
Nearest Airport
TOL
Eugene F. Kranz Toledo Express Airport · 41 mi
Major Hub
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport · 90 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
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Waiting For?
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80
Days to train
- Race
- Putnam County Running Series
- Date
- September 5 – October 17, 2026
- Location
- 601 State Route 224, Ottawa, OH
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From Endurance Grid
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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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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Putnam County Running Series?
- Putnam County Running Series is a running race held in Ottawa, Ohio on September 5, 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 Putnam County Running Series?
- Saturday, September 5, 2026 in Ottawa, Ohio at 601 State Route 224. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Putnam County Running Series?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Putnam County Running Series
Sep 5, 2026