Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus Marathon & 1/2 Marathon, Jesse Owens 5K, 1 Mile & Kids Run
About the Event
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 America's Most Meaningful Race!
Join fellow runners on October 17, 2026 for the Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus Marathon & 1/2 Marathon, Jesse Owens 5K, 1 Mile & Kids Run. It's a fantastic 47.2K, 26.1K, 5K, 1.6K, Marathon, Half-Marathon featuring a flat and fast course in Columbus.
Races Offered
Running
Marathon + Gold Medal Challenge
* Both events are USATF Certified. * Marathon is a Boston Marathon Qualifier. * Marathon participants must be at least 16 years old as of 10/18/2026. * For the safety of all participants, strollers are not allowed in either event and may be removed from the course.
1/2 Marathon + Gold Medal Challenge
* Both courses are USATF Certified. * 1/2 Marathon participants must be at least 12 years old as of 10/18/2026. * For the safety of all participants, strollers are not allowed in either event and may be removed from the course.
Jesse Owens 5K
*USATF Certified. * Participants must be at least 10 years old as of 10/17/2026. * For the safety of all participants, strollers are not allowed and may be removed from the course.
Jesse Owens 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk
* Participants must be at least 10 years old as of 10/17/2026. * For the safety of all participants, strollers are not allowed and may be removed from the course.
Marathon + Gold Medal Challenge Fundraiser
* Both events are USATF Certified. * Marathon is a Boston Marathon Qualifier. * Marathon participants must be at least 16 years old as of 10/18/2026. * For the safety of all participants, strollers are not allowed in either event and may be removed from the course.
1/2 Marathon + Gold Medal Challenge Fundraiser
* USATF Certified. * 1/2 Marathon participants must be at least 12 years old as of 10/18/2026. * For the safety of all participants, strollers are not allowed and may be removed from the course.
Jesse Owens 5K Fundraiser
*USATF Certified. * Participants must be at least 10 years old as of 10/17/2026. * For the safety of all participants, strollers are not allowed and may be removed from the course.
Jesse Owens 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk Fundraiser
* Participants must be at least 10 years old as of 10/17/2026. * For the safety of all participants, strollers are not allowed and may be removed from the course.
Marathon
* USATF Certified. * Boston Marathon Qualifier. * Marathon participants must be at least 16 years old as of 10/18/2026. * For the safety of all participants, strollers are not allowed and may be removed from the course.
1/2 Marathon
* USATF Certified. * 1/2 Marathon participants must be at least 12 years old as of 10/18/2026. * For the safety of all participants, strollers are not allowed and may be removed from the course.
Marathon Fundraiser
* USATF Certified. * Boston Marathon Qualifier. * Marathon participants must be at least 16 years old as of 10/18/2026. * For the safety of all participants, strollers are not allowed and may be removed from the course.
1/2 Marathon Fundraiser
* USATF Certified. * 1/2 Marathon participants must be at least 12 years old as of 10/18/2026. * For the safety of all participants, strollers are not allowed and may be removed from the course.
About Columbus
Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus Marathon & 1/2 Marathon, Jesse Owens 5K, 1 Mile & Kids Run takes place in Columbus, Ohio, United States. The local timezone is America/New_York.
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