The Race before The Game 2026

The Race before The Game is a November running event in Sandusky, Ohio, centered on the Ohio State-Michigan football rivalry. It provides three short race distances: 1.9 km, 6.4 km, and 8 km. The routes are designed to mirror the Ohio State and Michigan logos, providing a distinct game-day theme. Runners begin at 702 W. Monroe Street in Sandusky, and this marks the event's fifth year.