Strength in Colors 5K
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Strength In Colors 5K & KIDS DASH
The Strength In Colors 5K & KIDS DASH takes place on Sunday, July 26, 2026, at the Westerville Sports Complex (325 N Cleveland Ave, Westerville, OH 43082). The event raises funds to support cancer patients and survivors and to raise awareness of cancer prevention. The schedule includes a welcome and tribute to patients and survivors, a pre-race warm up, the KIDS DASH, and a timed 5K run/walk.
Distances
- 5K - in-person timed run/walk
- KIDS DASH - in-person, open to ages 10 and under
Race day features
The KIDS DASH provides participants age 10 and under with a tailored short race; all youth participants receive a prize. The 5K is a chip-timed in-person run/walk. The event footprint has been expanded to allow more participants and more parking.
On-site services and activities
A Family Zone will host vendors selling food, coffee, and cold drinks, plus a complimentary post-race snack. Wellness Row offers free biometric screenings and the HPV vaccine provided by The Ohio State Wexner Medical Center Community Care Coach, along with HPV-related prevention materials. The KIDS ZONE will include balloon twisters, face painters, and a craft station. A Canine Corner will offer dog treats and on-site adoption assistance; dogs must be on a leash.
Registration and additional information
Current listed entry fees show the 5K at $40 and the KIDS DASH at no charge. The event is a member of the RUNColumbus Race Series and lists information pages for packet pickup, swag, course map, awards, restrooms, parking, and volunteer opportunities. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
