The Candy Race 5k Cincinnati

🍬 The Candy Race 5k Cincinnati

This exciting event will take place on May 23, 2026, at 705 E Pete Rose Way, Cincinnati, OH. Join us for another year of the sweetest, most deliciously fun 5k around. Whether you are a first time participant or you have joined us before, you'll love the fun environment welcoming you into beautiful downtown Cincinnati! When you finish, don't be bashful to raise your arms and celebrate your accomplishment and collect a beautiful medal (oh and candy)! Make sure you smile for our photographer so you and your friends/family can enjoy your beautiful (and free) race photo for years to come!

🎽 Participant Perks

All 5k participants receive the following:

• Colorful T-Shirt: A vibrant shirt to commemorate your run.
• Large Medal: A custom medal that you can proudly display.
• Custom Bib Number: A unique number just for you!
• Candy Packet: Sweet treats to enjoy post-race.
• Free Race Photos: Capture your moments with no extra charge!

👶 Little Jelly Tot Dash

This is a short (100 yard or less), fun event for kids aged 6 and under. We make a big deal of it and try to make the kids feel like they are really part of the event. They start a short distance away from the finish line and run under the big finish line. Moms and dads can stand at the finish line and take photos. Our own photographer will also be on hand to take pictures of "their moment."

• T-Shirt: Kids will receive their own special shirt.
• Candy: A sweet treat for the little ones.
• Surprise Toy: A small toy to take home.

📅 Pre-Race Packet Pickup

• Date: Friday, May 23
• Location: Elevar Design Group
• Address: 555 Carr Street, Cincinnati
• Time: 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm

🏁 Race Day Schedule

• Date: Saturday, May 24
• Packet Pickup: 7:30 am to 8:30 am
• Jelly Tot Dash: 8:25 am
• 5k Start: 8:30 am

🏆 Awards

• Overall Winners: 1st Place Overall Male and Female
• Age Group Awards: 1st Place Male and Female for groups (15 under, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+)

For more information and to register for the race, visit The Candy Race Cincinnati.