The Purple Run
The Purple Run is a running race on October 10, 2026 in Columbus, OH, with an entry fee of $25.
- Date
- October 10, 2026 (79 days to go)
- Location
- 402 N Hamilton Rd, Columbus, OH
- Price
- $25
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Join us for the City of Whitehall "Purple Run," a 5k dedicated to raising awareness about domestic violence and supporting the fight against it. This 5k event brings our community together to stand against domestic violence, showing solidarity and providing crucial resources. A portion of the proceeds will got to help the victims of domestic violence. This years benefiting organization is the Center for Family Safety and Healing. For more information visit their website at https://familysafetyandhealing.org/
Packet Pickup
- Saturday October 10
- Whitehall Community Park
- 8:00 am to 8:50 am
5k Start Time
- 9:00 am sharp
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
68°
Typical Low
47°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Columbus Port Columbus Intl Ap, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Columbus, OH
Population
906,480
as of 2023
City Elevation
819 ft
Nearest Airport
CMH
John Glenn Columbus International Airport · 5 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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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.
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Running
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Coming Up
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Plan your trip
Make it a Racecation
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The Purple Run
Oct 10, 2026