Lancaster
Walking Events Calendar near Lancaster 2026-2027
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Explore the top walking events near Lancaster for 2026-2027! We've gathered 39 great walks in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local walk.
July 2026
Walkers can use the 5K course starting at Canal Winchester High School for an in person walk or choose the virtual 5K option. Separate Girls and Boys 1 Mile fun runs for ages 12 and under take place alongside the running races.
August 2026
Walkers can choose a 1 Mile on site course starting at 400 West Whittier Street, Columbus, OH, with a virtual 1 Mile option available alongside the timed 5K run. Lunch is included with registration and proceeds benefit the National MPS Societ..
Walkers can choose in person 5K or 1.65 Mile routes on the flat, paved Licking Heights campus, starting and ending on the track at Hornets Field. Virtual 5K and 1 Mile options run August 2 through 9.
Walkers can choose the 5 Miles course beginning at Portman Park, a flat, paved and mostly shaded out and back on the scenic Blacklick Creek Greenway Trail beside winding creek views. There is no parking at Portman Park and shuttles run from the K..
Walkers follow a 5K route from the Beulah Park Arch in Grove City on park paths; dogs are welcome with water stations and a dog park, and time slots space participants.
Walkers can choose 15K or 5K routes starting at Genoa Park in downtown Columbus, with views of the city skyline. Both in person and virtual run and walk options are available.
Walkers can choose an in person 1 Mile route at Genoa Park (303 W Broad St, Columbus OH) alongside the 5K event. A virtual 3.1 Miles option lets walkers complete the distance remotely, and health booths and screenings are available after the even..
September 2026
Walkers can choose the 5K course in person from 165 N Parkview Ave, Bexley or take the virtual 5K option. The route is flat along tree lined streets of North Bexley and also features a 100m kids fun run alongside the running races.
Walkers can take part in a 5K course starting at 2905 Chautauqua Blvd in Millersport, OH, held during the Sweet Corn Festival. The event is a run/walk and proceeds benefit the Millersport HS/MS cross country and track teams.
Walkers can use the 5K paved course through Reynoldsburg Civic Park, a smooth path with no obstacles. Strollers are welcome and the course runs alongside the obstacle 5K event.
Walkers can choose 5K or 1 Mile routes at Bank Run Metro Park, 1570 Rohr Road, Lockbourne, OH, alongside the Dog Festival. The event is dog and family friendly and proceeds support Columbus Humane's animal cruelty investigations.
Walkers can follow scenic cross country trails on the historic McGowan XC Course at Watkins Memorial Middle School. Routes include 3.1 Miles and 1 Miles, and walkers are welcome alongside the running races.
The Healthy New Albany Walking Classic offers walking only 5K and 10K courses starting at 200 Market St in New Albany OH, on tree lined streets and accessible to strollers, wheelchairs and mobility aids.
Walkers can choose the 5K course starting at 100 Lockville Rad in Pickerington, OH, with individual and team walk options. Participants receive a t shirt if registered by August 26 and may bring canned goods for a food pantry raffle.