The Flutter Run
About this race
Run, flutter, or walk with us! Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens is thrilled to host our third annual 5k, raising funds to support the Conservatory's mission to connect people to nature and create life-enhancing experiences. By participating in our 5k, you're not only embarking on a scenic journey through the beautiful Franklin Park but also contributing to impactful efforts that sustain our mission. Your support helps fund educational programs, events, and initiatives that engage and connect our community to the wonders of the natural world. Join us this summer to learn more about pollinators and celebrate nature and community at Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens! Let's run, flutter, or walk for a cause and pave the way for a greener, more connected future.
Our Event Options
5K Run/Walk: A fun tour of the Conservatory grounds and Franklin Park, this event is designed for all ages and abilities!
Caterpillar Crawl Kids Run: Recommended for children 8 and under, the Caterpillar Crawl is a bite-sized race for our younger runners.
Spectator-Only Registration: Interested in attending, but running or walking is not your thing? Join us as a spectator and help cheer on participants! Spectator-only registration includes entry to the event and admission to the Conservatory for the day.
Event Start Times
8:10 AM - Caterpillar Crawl Kids Run 8:30 AM - 5K Run/WalkPick your distance
Running
5K Run/Walk
Caterpillar Crawl Kids Run
Typical race-day weather
Based on 9 years of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Columbus, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 6:05 AM and sets at 9:04 PM local time (EDT) in Columbus on June 27, 2026 — 14h 59m of daylight.
Course
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2026 results — The Flutter Run
5K Run/Walk · 326 finishers
| Place | Name | Time | Pace |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kevin McCormick | 17:05 | 5:30 /mi |
| 2 | Bentley Meade | 18:02 | 5:48 /mi |
| 3 | Rowan McCormick | 18:23 | 5:55 /mi |
| 4 | Dustin Groich | 18:24 | 5:55 /mi |
| 5 | Aidan Eberhardt | 19:06 | 6:09 /mi |
Every finisher is on the results page, filterable by distance, gender and age group.
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