5K races near Columbiana

The T-Town Turkey Trot is an annual 5K run or walk in Toronto, Ohio, beginning at 8 a.m. from 408 N. River Ave. This is an untimed fun run, making the setup suitable for walkers, families, and runners seeking a Thanksgiving-morning outing rather than a chip-timed race. The route follows the Ohio River, and the event collects funds for the Helping Hands of Toronto food pantry. Medals are awarded to the top three male and female finishers, a raffle is sponsored by J.E. Foster Funeral Home, and coin presentations occur immediately after the race. The Turkey Trot is also included in the Gem City Quadfecta Challenge.

The Bobcats Turkey Trot 5K is a Thanksgiving morning run and walk organized by the Beaver Bobcats Girls Basketball program. It offers two choices: a chip-timed 5K for those seeking an official result, and an untimed 5K Fun Run/Walk for families, walkers, and participants treating it as a holiday outing. The event is in its 10th year and uses Wolf Creek Race Management for timing. Runners can pick up packets at Beaver Area High School before race day or on the morning of the event. Early registrants are guaranteed a moisture-wicking technical shirt in adult or youth sizes. The timed field starts first, followed a few minutes later by the untimed group.

Twas the Night Before 5K is a holiday-season 5K held in Flushing Meadows Corona Park in Queens. The start and finish are located near the Queens Theater. The main race follows a USATF certified 5-kilometer course. Families can also include a free Kiddie Dash for younger participants. A virtual 5K option is available for those preferring to run on their own schedule rather than in the in-person event. The course consists of one loop through the park, passing the Unisphere twice and circling the Fountain of the Planets. This route offers participants two views of a prominent Queens landmark. Finishers will receive a medal ornament and a "Twas’ the Night" shirt, adding a seasonal element to the race. The format remains straightforward: a park 5K, a kids’ dash, hydration at the finish, sponsor refreshments, and essential race-day support near the finish line.

The YMCA Santa Run 5k & 10k Run is a holiday-season run in Beaver, Pennsylvania. The start is beside the Beaver Fire station on Market Street, and the finish is at Irvine Park. It includes a timed 5k Santa Run, a 10k Santa Run, and a One-Mile Fun Run, suitable for runners seeking a full effort and families wanting a short December outing in Christmas attire. The 10k follows the same loop twice, while the shorter events are simpler and accessible. Roads are not closed for the race, so participants should expect an open-road community run, not a sealed-off course. Proceeds support youth feeding programs in Beaver County, and the Santa hats and Christmas outfits provide the local holiday atmosphere.

Run Santa Run 5K & Reindeer Ramble is a December holiday run based at Louisville High School in Louisville, Ohio, a short drive from Canton. The morning starts with a 400-meter Reindeer Ramble for kids or short-distance participants, followed by a chip-timed 5K run/walk from the front of the high school. It is a festive community race rather than a serious road-racing showcase, with hundreds of runners and walkers encouraged to show up in holiday outfits. The 5K uses an out-and-back course from the high school, so the setup is simple for runners, walkers, families, and spectators. GCXC Racing organizes the event, and the registration extras lean hard into the holiday theme: 5K entrants get a fleece blanket, finisher medal, Santa hat, custom bib, and swag bag, while Reindeer Ramble entrants get a medal, custom bib, and reindeer item. Early packet pickup is held at UnHitched Brewing Company, with race-day pickup and registration inside the school.

The Pat Campbell Fighting Cancer 5K is a St. Patrick's Day weekend run and walk in Toronto, Ohio, beginning on North River Avenue near the Ohio River. The run commences shortly before the walk, with registration available on race morning. This event is designed for both runners and walkers, not exclusively for competitive racers. It supports cancer patients with unmet needs throughout the Ohio Valley, and all funds raised assist individuals and families undergoing cancer treatment. The course follows the Ohio River, holds USATF certification, and is professionally timed, making it suitable for those aiming for a quick early-season 5K or participating for the cause. Attendees are encouraged to wear green or kilts. The event features a live National Anthem, color guard, food, music, and an Irish Blessings raffle. Awards are presented to the top overall male and female finishers and the leading participants in each age group. Every participant aged 12 and under receives a medal. Since 2010, the race has contributed over $273,000 to the Ohio Valley Fighting Cancer Fund, a registered 501(c)(3) charity.

The second annual Sole to City event offers an iconic run through Mill Creek Park, finishing downtown. Kids 12 and under can run the downtown course for free. An afterparty with a celebration village is at Penguin City Brewing.