Rainbow Run
- Date
- June 28 – July 12, 2026
- Distance
- 5K Run/Walk - IN-PERSON · 5K Run/Walk - VIRTUAL · 1 Mile Run/Walk - IN-PERSON
From the Organizer
Join us on June 28, 2026, for the third annual Rainbow Run 5K, benefiting the Kaleidoscope Youth Center at our new location in the Westerville Sports Complex!
The Kaleidoscope Youth Center (KYC) is a place where LGBTQIA+ Youth can go for support and a sense of belonging. They provide a drop-in center where LGBTQIA+ youth can receive support and resources, as well as mentoring for youth in need of connection. KYC has been in Central Ohio since 1994 and is the largest and longest-standing organization in Ohio solely dedicated to serving and supporting LGBTQIA+ Youth.
If you are unable to make the in-person race, a virtual option is available.
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
86°
Typical Low
64°
Chance of Rain
39%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Westerville, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Westerville, OH
Population
2,095
as of 2023
Elevation
854 ft
Nearest Airport
CMH
John Glenn Columbus International Airport · 6 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
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Rainbow Run, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
20
Days to train
- Race
- Rainbow Run
- Date
- June 28 – July 12, 2026
Coming Up
More Running races near Westerville, OH
The Sunset Mile
Less than a mile away
Rotary Club of Westerville Independence Day 5K
5K
Less than a mile away
2026 All-Ohio XC Camp
Less than a mile away
Arch City XC Festival
Less than a mile away
From Endurance Grid
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.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Rainbow Run?
- Rainbow Run is a running race held in Westerville, Ohio on June 28, 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 Rainbow Run?
- Sunday, June 28, 2026 in Westerville, Ohio at 325 North Cleveland Ave, Westerville, OH. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Rainbow Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Rainbow Run
Jun 28, 2026