Columbus Marathon
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Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus Marathon
Held in Columbus, Ohio each October, the event takes place as a race weekend and is listed for October 17-18, 2026. The weekend features multiple road races across several distances and youth events.
Race distances and events:
- Marathon
- Half marathon
- 5K
- 1 Mile (Adult and Kids)
- Gold Medal Challenge
- Kids' Run
Nationwide Children's Hospital is the title beneficiary of the marathon and half marathon. The partnership reached its 15th year in 2026, and more than $15 million has been raised for the hospital. A portion of those funds has been raised through the specific efforts of the Children's Champions athletes.
Event services and resources noted for race weekend include an expo and packet pickup, volunteer opportunities, parking information, travel and hotels, results listings, fundraising pages, and materials for spectators, parents and guardians, and first-time participants. Additional items referenced include safety and security information, spirit awards, training resources, and a race weekend gallery. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
