Big Bad Wolfe Run
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Big Bad Wolfe Run
The Big Bad Wolfe Run takes place on September 27, 2026, in Columbus, Ohio, on the paved asphalt Alum Creek Trail near 105 Park Dr, Columbus, OH 43209. The event offers multiple distances on a paved trail surface; it is not a trail run.
Distances and basic entry details:
- 20 Mile - registration Apr 4 to Aug 31, fee $80
- 10 Mile - registration Apr 4 to Aug 31, fee $75
- 5K Run/Walk - registration Apr 4 to Aug 31, fee $65
- 1K Run/Walk - registration Apr 4 to Aug 31, fee $65
- Kids Run 200m - registration Apr 4 to Sep 26, fee $5, first 25 registrants
All participants receive a bib and a finisher medal. Participant swag is provided for all distances; the stated items include a full-zip lifestyle hooded sweatshirt. The 1K distance is described as appropriate for all ages and as an option for those who prefer a shorter route than the 5K. The kids 200-meter dash is limited to the first 25 entries and includes a Big Bad Wolfe Run ribbon.
The event references a local tradition of wearing red and remembering Little Red as part of the seasonal activities in Central Ohio. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
