Dragons 5K presented by Orthopedic Associates

WHEN AND WHERE

• Date & Time: July 18, 2026 at 8 AM
• Location: Day Air Ballpark - 220 N Patterson Blvd, Dayton, OH 45402
• In-person race: Available at the stadium
• Virtual race: Anywhere in the USA

DESCRIPTION

• Annual Event: One of the biggest timed 5K races in the Miami Valley, with over 3,000 participants.
• Swag: Includes $75 worth of items with your entry.
• Virtual Option: Run, walk, or hike your own 5K and submit your time online by July 31, 2026.
• Early Bird: Sign up early to receive bonus stadium tickets.

HOW TO SUBMIT RESULTS (FOR VIRTUAL OPTION)

• Submission Period: Results can be submitted now through July 31, 2026.
• Login: Submit online by logging into your RunSignUp account.
• Link: Click here to Submit Results
• Tips: Helpful tips for participating in a virtual race can be found here.

REGISTRATION INFO

• Adults (18+): $25 (Price increases on April 12, June 1, and race week)
• Youth (17 and under): $20 (Pricing adjusted based on DOB)
• Virtual option: Add $10 for shipping or pick up in person.
• Guarantee: Sign up by July 5 to ensure your t-shirt, medal, and hat.

RACE SWAG BAG PICKUP

• Pickup Dates: July 16 and 17, starting at 9 AM.
• Location: Day Air Ballpark - Dragons Box Office.
• Proxy Pickup: Another individual can pick up items with your name and their ID.
• Day of Pickup: Available from 7 AM on race day.

PRIZES

• Timing: All participants in the in-person race will be electronically timed.
• Results Notification: Winners notified via email by July 20.
• Overall Prizes: Awarded to the top three male and female finishers.
• Age Group Prizes: Awards for top three finishers in various categories.

TOP FINISHERS

• Overall Male: Top three will receive engraved bats.
• Overall Female: Top three will receive engraved bats.
• Overall Non-Binary: Top three will receive engraved bats.
• Master's Overall: 1st place wins an engraved bat.

HIGH SCHOOL GROUP PRIZE

• Groups of 5 or more: Eligible for the Race for the Plate Award.
• Group Prizes: $75 Dragons Gift Card for best groups.
• Luxury Suite: First place for groups of 10 or more.
• Note: Virtual participants are not eligible for prizes.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Results & Pictures: Click here for prior years results and pictures.
• Event Sponsor: The 2026 Dragons 5K is presented by Orthopedic Associates.
• Contact Info: For more info, visit www.daytondragons.com/dragons5k or email Jake Arthur at jake.arthur@daytondragons.com.
• Reminder: The race starts at 8 AM! No pre-assigned start times.