Marathon races near Upper Arlington

Warm Up Columbus is a winter race series held in Dublin, Ohio, using a one-mile loop at 655 Metro Place South. Participants can select from a marathon, half marathon, 10K, 5K, marathon relay, or half marathon relay. A free quarter-mile kids race is also available. The event, originating in 2001, is considered by many runners as preparation for the Boston Marathon or other spring races in central Ohio. The loop is flat, fast, USATF certified, and qualifies for Boston. Splits, athlete tracking, and pacers are provided for paces ranging from 8:00 to 14:00 per mile, in 30-second increments, with a dedicated walking group. Support is extensive for the race's size: 26 fluid stations provide water and Gatorade, and a restroom is located at every mile marker. Spectators can view runners frequently without moving far. Relay teams of two to five members can distribute the distance as they choose, and children participating in the short race receive a teddy bear upon finishing.

Bellies to Booties is a 5K taking place in Columbus, Ohio. Participants can choose between an in-person race or a virtual option, allowing them to run or walk the distance wherever they are. The in-person 5K will occur on the morning of the event, between 7:00 AM and noon Eastern time, within the Columbus ZIP code 43213. Holistic Pregnancy and Wellness Services organizes this event to raise awareness about Black maternal and infant mortality. The format is straightforward: local participants can convene for the 5K in Columbus, and individuals not in the area can participate via the virtual 5K without needing to travel to the event location.