Running Scared 5K - Canal Winchester

Organized by the Canal Winchester Chamber, the 9th Annual Running Scared 5K Sponsored by Nationwide Children's Hospital takes place at Canal Winchester High School in Canal Winchester, Ohio. The 5K offers both a Run and a Walk option and builds a festive, fall/Halloween atmosphere with costume contests, awarding funniest and scariest prizes for adults and for participants under 16. All registrants receive a race shirt, race bib, and a medal.

The event includes practical extras such as early packet pickup and race-day parking, and a course map is provided. This community-focused event blends fitness with seasonal fun on Saturday, October 25, 2025. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.