The Candy Race Cincinnati

MAY

2026

Join The Candy Race 5k in Cincinnati on May 23, 2026 for a sweet, family friendly run with candy themed swag. Kids can try the Little Jelly Tot Dash while 5k finishers get a colorful shirt, large medal, candy and free photos.

Sat 23 May 2026

Cincinnati, Kentucky , Ohio

Registration

5 kilometers

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The Candy Race 5k Cincinnati

The Candy Race 5k Cincinnati is scheduled for May 23, 2026 in Cincinnati, OH 45202. The event program includes a Little Jelly Tot Dash and a 5k Run/Walk. Registration opens on December 1, 2025.

Entry and race features

The listed entry fees are $20 for the Little Jelly Tot Dash and $45 for the 5k Run/Walk. The Little Jelly Tot Dash is open to children ages 1 to 6. 5k participants receive a colorful themed t-shirt, a large custom finisher medal, a custom bib number, candy packets, and free race photos. Awards include 1st place overall male and female and 1st place age-group awards for male and female in these groups: 15 and under, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, and 60+. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km

5k Run/walk