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Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus Marathon & 1/2 Marathon, Jesse Owens 5K, 1 Mile & Kids Run
Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus Marathon & 1/2 Marathon, Jesse Owens 5K, 1 Mile & Kids Run is a marathon, half marathon, 10K, 29.3 Miles and 5K event held in Columbus, Ohio. It was last held on October 18, 2026 and is usually run in October; the next date hasn't been announced yet. About 15,000 runners take part across all distances.
- Usually held
- October
- Location
- Columbus, OH
- Field size
- ~15,000 runners
Race details
- Last held
- October 18, 2026
- Usually held in
- October
- Location
- Columbus, Ohio
- Distances
- Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 29.3 Miles, 5K, 1 Mile
- Field size
- About 15,000 runners
- Course
- Minimal elevation change (official; no total published)
- Registration
- runsignup.com
- Official website
- columbusmarathon.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Registration status as last checked October 5, 2026: open
- Entry fee
- Listed fee for the longest distance, $155 (from columbusmarathon.com, checked October 5, 2026)
- Start time
- 7:30 AM EDT
- Course profile — Marathon
- Loop course; Road surface; USATF certified; Boston qualifier
- Course profile — Half Marathon
- Loop course; Road surface
About the Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus Marathon & 1/2 Marathon, Jesse Owens 5K, 1 Mile & Kids Run
JOIN US THIS OCTOBER There are a million reasons to race with us in Columbus each October. From the fast course to the impactful partnership with Nationwide Children's Hospital, race weekend is an experience unlike any other. Learn more HERE . FOR THE KIDS Nationwide Children’s Hospital is honored to be the title beneficiary of the Columbus Marathon & 1/2 Marathon. 2026 marks the 15th year of this partnership, and more than $15 million has been raised for the hospital. Register to join us at Am…
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Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus Marathon & 1/2 Marathon, Jesse Owens 5K, 1 Mile & Kids Run: common questions
- When is the Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus Marathon & 1/2 Marathon, Jesse Owens 5K, 1 Mile & Kids Run?
- The next date hasn't been announced in the listing yet. The race is usually held in October. Check the organiser's website for the official date.
- Where is the Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus Marathon & 1/2 Marathon, Jesse Owens 5K, 1 Mile & Kids Run held?
- In Columbus, Ohio.
- What distances does the Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus Marathon & 1/2 Marathon, Jesse Owens 5K, 1 Mile & Kids Run offer?
- Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 29.3 Miles, 5K and 1 Mile.
- How many people run the Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus Marathon & 1/2 Marathon, Jesse Owens 5K, 1 Mile & Kids Run?
- About 15,000 runners across all of its distances. That figure is an estimate of the field size, not an entry cap.
- How do I register for the Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus Marathon & 1/2 Marathon, Jesse Owens 5K, 1 Mile & Kids Run?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus Marathon & 1/2 Marathon, Jesse Owens 5K, 1 Mile & Kids Run?
- Registration status as last checked October 5, 2026: open. Listed fee for the longest distance, $155 (from columbusmarathon.com, checked October 5, 2026).
- What time does the Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus Marathon & 1/2 Marathon, Jesse Owens 5K, 1 Mile & Kids Run start?
- 7:30 AM EDT.
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