5K races near Wellsburg

Run for Hope + Miracle Mile is a 5K road race and 1 Mile Fun Run held at Peace Valley Park in Chalfont, Pennsylvania, starting from Sailor's Point. The event is set for a morning start in late May, organized by Bold Hope, with Pretzel City Sports managing the timing. The course details are not provided, but the race utilizes the Sailor's Point area within Peace Valley Park, located at 759 New Galena Road. The shorter race is named the Miracle Mile, and the 5K is part of the Run for Hope series, accommodating both road runners and those seeking a straightforward one-mile fun run.

The Oglebay Twinkle Trot 5K is a holiday night run at Oglebay in Wheeling, West Virginia, during the resort’s Festival of Lights season. Runners and walkers begin in the evening, starting and finishing on Camp Russell Lane near the zoo. Wolf Creek Race Management provides chip timing, but the event welcomes a wide range of participants: experienced runners, first-timers, joggers, walkers, kids, and special guests. The course guides participants through Oglebay’s light displays, featuring millions of lights, festive scenes, and holiday music. All participants must carry or wear a personal light for visibility. Many runners decorate their clothing with lights and winter themes. The event also offers registration, packet pickup, a DJ, kids’ activities, free parking, and restrooms near the start and finish, creating a family holiday outing.

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 Gratitude Run is a Thanksgiving morning run and walk in Albuquerque, held at Arroyo del Oso Park near Wyoming and Spain. This is NHI's Annual Gratitude Run/Walk, featuring a 5K run/walk, a 1-mile walk, and a 400-meter kids' dash, accommodating families and casual walkers alongside runners. The route begins and ends at Arroyo del Oso Park, utilizing a dedicated course through Arroyo del Oso Golf Course. The event centers on the 4 F's: Family, Fun, Friendly, Free. Donations are optional, with proceeds supporting NHI programming for the upcoming year. Running Medicine offers an optional stretch circle before the races, strollers are permitted, the course can be quite bumpy, and pets are prohibited on the course.

Gobble Til We Wobble is a Thanksgiving morning 5K run/walk in St. Clairsville, Ohio. It begins at 9:00 a.m. at the Central Park Amphitheater on Fair Street. The St. Clairsville Recreation Department organizes this community holiday race, where runners and walkers participate in the same 5K event before their Thanksgiving plans commence. The event is in its fourth running and supports the St. Clairsville Alumni Association through local fundraising. Early registrants will receive an embroidered toboggan, suitable for late November. Medals are awarded to the top three overall male and female finishers, as well as the top three male and female finishers in age groups ranging from 13-and-under to 60-and-over.

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.

Tackle the iconic Last Trail Standing course, run in reverse. Expect ~99% trail through woods, rocks, roots, and rolling terrain, testing grit, endurance, and heart. The rugged, technical, and demanding trails are designed to test you. Along the course, pass Rilyn’s Way, a tribute to slow down and reflect. Well-marked trails and aid stations make it spectator-friendly.