In 355 days · Sat, Jul 24, 2027
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When
Saturday, July 24th, 2027
Where
220 N Patterson Blvd, Dayton OH
Distance
5K
Typical weather
67–84°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
70–90°F
dry
2024
67–83°F
rain
2023
63–84°F
rain
2022
74–89°F
dry
2021
66–85°F
dry
2020
65–85°F
dry
2019
58–76°F
dry
2018
63–80°F
dry
2017
66–80°F
dry
2016
75–94°F
dry
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About this race
WHEN AND WHERE
- Date: July 24 at 8AM
- In-person race option: Day Air Ballpark (Home of the Dayton Dragons) – 220 N Patterson Blvd, Dayton, OH 45402
- Virtual race option: Anywhere, USA – it’s virtual!
DESCRIPTION
- Event Size: Annually, the Dayton Dragons host one of the biggest timed, 5K races in the Miami Valley with over 3,000 participants.
- Swag: With $75 worth of swag included with your entry, you don’t want to miss out on this awesome event!
- Virtual Option: You can register for the race, then run, walk, or hike your own Dragons 5K and input your time online by July 31, 2027.
- Bonus: Sign up during the Early Bird period ending on April 18, 2026 and receive two bonus stadium seats to an upcoming Dragons game!
HOW TO SUBMIT RESULTS (FOR VIRTUAL OPTION)
- Submission Period: Results can be submitted now through July 31, 2027.
- Online Submission: You can submit online by logging into your RunSignUp account.
- Results Link: Click here to Submit Results
REGISTRATION INFO
- Adults (18 and up): $25 (Price increases on April 18, June 6, and the week of the race)
- Youth (17 and under): $20 (Pricing adjusted based on DOB input)
- Virtual Cost: Add $10 for shipping of race swag bag items.
- Guarantee: Sign up by July 18, 2027 to guarantee your swag bag items.
RACE SWAG BAG PICKUP
- Pickup Dates: Thursday, July 22 and Friday, July 23.
- Pickup Times: 12PM - 5PM on July 22, 8AM - 6PM on July 23.
- Day Of Pickup: Starting at 7 AM at designated stations near the Dragons Box Office.
- Post Event Pickup: Starts Monday, July 26, 2027 at the Dragons Box Office from 10 AM to 5 PM.
PRIZES
- Timing: All in-person participants will be electronically timed.
- View Results: Click here to view final results.
- Overall Prizes: Awarded to the top three men and women.
- Age Group Awards: Top three finishers in various age groups will receive prizes.
ADDITIONAL INFO
- Virtual Participants: Please note that they are not eligible for prizes.
- For More Info: Visit www.daytondragons.com/dragons5k or email Jake Arthur at jake.arthur@daytondragons.com.
- Presented By: The 2027 Dragons 5K is being presented by Orthopedic Associates.
- Learn More: Explore comprehensive orthopedic care at www.OAdoctors.com.
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