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Sunday, October 4th, 2026
1801 Neil Avenue, Columbus OH
5K · 1 Mile
54–73°F · low rain risk
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2025
56–80°F
dry
2024
53–77°F
dry
2023
57–82°F
dry
2022
40–67°F
dry
2021
64–73°F
dry
2020
48–64°F
rain
2019
55–66°F
dry
2018
58–81°F
rain
2017
58–83°F
dry
2016
55–77°F
dry
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Race-day forecast · Sunday, Oct 4
Rain likely · 60–74°F
Sunday, Oct 4starts near 60°F · 41% chance of rain · wind up to 8 mph
About this race
Event Overview
Lace up your running shoes and meet us on campus for the Ohio State DPT 5K Run/Walk Fundraiser on Saturday, October 4, 2026!
All funds raised will go towards professional development opportunities for the Class of 2028 - covering students' membership dues to the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) as well as helping to send students to APTA’s Combined Sections Meeting in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania February 4-6th, 2027. CSM is a National Physical Therapy Conference which provides an opportunity to network with other professionals and explore new research in the field of physical therapy.
Race Details
- Date: October 4, 2026
- Location: Ohio State University RPAC/Oval/Coffey route: located at 1801 Neil Avenue, Columbus 43210
- Check-in: 8-9 am
- Race Start Time: 9 am
Additional Options
- Virtual Option: Available to complete anytime during race week for those who cannot attend in person
- Kids Fun Run: For anyone 12 and under, contingent on sign ups
- Prizes: Awards for race winners, coupons for participants, and a raffle for additional prizes from our community partner
- Raffle Tickets: One ticket for check-in, additional tickets available for purchase at the event, and raffles for virtual participants as well
Community Support
Prizes include contributions from our community partners such as Fleet Feet, Barnes and Noble, Northstar Cafe, and more!
Registration
To register for the race, visit the following link: OSU DPT 5K Run/Walk Fundraiser Registration.
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