Ohio River Sternwheel Festival 5K Run and Walk

Race time: 8 a.m.
***Race day registration is $25***
Registration: 6:15 a.m. - 7:30 a.m.
East Muskingum Park Gazebo on Front Street, Marietta, Ohio

This race has continued to grow in popularity over the years, and we expect another great turnout for 2026! Enjoy a scenic and spectator-friendly racecourse that takes participants over and under bridges, through tunnels, around downtown Marietta, and finishes along the paved river trail in Muskingum Park.

Register by April 20th to be guaranteed a t-shirt!
THIS RACE IS BEING CAPPED AT 500 PARTICIPANTS! - sign up now to reserve your spot in Marietta's largest 5k! 

AWARDS: Awards will be given to the first three males and first three females overall, top three male walkers and top three female walkers, as well as the top three males and females in each age group listed in the Run and Walk Divisions: 12 and under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+.  Awards will be given out as results are tallied; there will not be a formal awards ceremony. 

Kids' Races for age 11 and under are FREE and do not require pre-registration. Sign up on race day and let the littles sprint to the finish line! 

Join fellow runners on May 23, 2026 for the Ohio River Sternwheel Festival 5K Run and Walk. It's a fantastic 5K featuring a flat and fast course in Marietta.