Dragons 5K presented by Orthopedic Associates

WHEN AND WHERE

• Date and Time: July 18 at 8AM
• In-person race location: Day Air Ballpark (Home of the Dayton Dragons) – 220 N Patterson Blvd, Dayton, OH 45402
• Virtual race option: Anywhere, USA – it’s virtual!

DESCRIPTION

• Annual Event: 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 this amazing event!
• Virtual Option: You can register for the race, then run, walk, or hike your own Dragons 5K in your neighborhood, on a treadmill, or at a local park.
• Sign Up Bonus: Sign up during the Early Bird period and receive two (2) 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, 2026.
• Online Submission: You can submit online by logging into your RunSignUp account.
• Link: Click here to Submit Results
• Virtual Race Tips: https://www.runnersworld.com/races-places/a32189876/how-to-run-virtual-race/

REGISTRATION INFO

• Adults (18 and up): $25 (Price increases to $30 on April 12, $35 on June 1, and $40 the week of the race)
• Youth (17 and under): $20 (pricing will be adjusted based on DOB input)
• Shipping: Add $10 for shipping of race swag bag items: pickup option available.
• Guarantee: If you sign up by July 12, 2026, you are guaranteed your 5K t-shirt, medal, and Dragons hat.

RACE SWAG BAG PICKUP

• Pickup Dates: Thursday, July 16 and Friday, July 17 starting at 9AM.
• Location: Day Air Ballpark (Dragons Box Office).
• Day of Pickup: Available starting at 7 AM at designated stations on race day.
• Post Event Pickup: Starting Monday, July 20, 2026, at the Dragons Box Office from 10 AM to 5 PM.

PRIZES

• Participant Results: All participants for the in-person race will be electronically timed.
• Results Link: View your finish time and place online.
• Overall Prizes: Awarded to the top three men and women.
• Age Group Prizes: Given to top three finishers in various categories for men and women.

TOP FINISHERS

• Overall Male: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places will receive an engraved bat.
• Overall Female: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places will receive an engraved bat.
• Overall Non-Binary: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places will receive an engraved bat.
• Master's and Grand Master's: Overall winner will receive an engraved bat.

GROUP PRIZES

• 1st Place: Luxury Suite in early 2026 season.
• 2nd Place: Group Outing in late 2026 or early 2027.
• 3rd Place: $75 Dragons Gift Card.
• *Virtual Participants: Not eligible for prizes.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• For Questions: Visit www.daytondragons.com/dragons5k or email Jake Arthur at jake.arthur@daytondragons.com.
• Prior Years Results: CLICK HERE FOR PRIOR YEARS RESULTS AND PICTURES
• Presented by: Orthopedic Associates, your trusted orthopedic provider serving the Dayton Dragons for more than a decade.
• More Info: Learn more at www.OAdoctors.com.

PS – Remember the race starts at 8 AM! There are no pre-assigned start times.

For additional information about the race, visit Dragons 5K Race Page.