Run for Bob
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Run for Bob 5k, New Philadelphia
The Run for Bob 5k is an annual community 5-kilometre running event held in New Philadelphia, Ohio. The 2026 edition is scheduled for March 1 and organizers have stated this will be the final running of the event. The venue is listed as Park Place Pavilion, 161 Tuscora Ave NW, New Philadelphia, OH 44663.
The event is organized by a nonprofit (c)(3) group. All proceeds are directed to scholarships for Tuscarawas County high school seniors and to the Alpha-1 Foundation. The race is held in memory of a local runner who was active in the regional running community; the event traditionally takes place the first Sunday in March each year.
Event options include:
- 5k run
- 5k run/walk with a no shirt option
Practical details published with the event include registration pricing for the two event options and a registration deadline in late February. The page also lists contact and direction information for the venue and notes that race results, photos, and donation options are available through the event organizer. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
