RCGC Members That Did The 2024 Egg Nog Jog

  About 600 runners and walkers did the 2024 Egg Nog Jog 5k Run/Walk this past Saturday December 21 in Mt Adams in clear conditions.  Below is a list of club members that did the Egg Nog Jog this past Saturday. If your name is not listed, send us an email, we will verify your data and add you to the list.

Name	Time
Barbara Ellwein	39:43
Megan Fryburger	39:27
Richard Gabbour	1:14:15
Monica Holmback	32:14
Sharon Niehaus	34:40
Jerl Patton	49:06
Caroline Siderits	49:02
Leah Weitzman	33:47

Race Results from the December 7th Weekend

    Below are race results from races held in Greater Cincinnati this past weekend:

• Holiday Hustle 5k - Run Results Walk Results
• Jingle Bell Run
• Santa's 5k Fun Run 

Greater Cincinnati Races To Close Out 2024

    Below is list of upcoming races in Greater Cincinnati in December 2023. Check the club calendar for a few more races in December.

Saturday December 7

• Jingle Bell Run/Walk, 10:00 am, Northern Kentucky Convention Center, Covington, KY, www.racedmc.com.
• Arctic Dash, 10:00 am,Camp Kern, 5291 State Route 350, Oregonia, OH, Race Information. 

• Santa's 5k Fun Run, 1:00 pm, Independence Fire Station 1, 1980 Delaware Crossing Independence KY, Race Information.
• Holiday Hustle 5k, 4:00 pm, Town Square, Versailles IN, www.stuartroadracing.com 

Saturday December 14

• Elves For the Shelves, 4:00 pm, Kehila Coffee, Liberty IN, www.stuartroadracing.com

Saturday December 21

• Egg Nog Jog, 10:00 AM,  El Barril, Mt. Adams OH, www.runningtime.net.
• Noel 5k, 10:00 AM, Lunken Playfield, Cincinnati OH, Race Information.

2024 Thanksgiving Day Races In Greater Cincinnati

 It is about 14 days to go until Thanksgiving and before you sit down and eat, you can do a run or walk.  There are quite a few races on Thanksgiving Day in the Greater Cincinnati Area and most likely one near where you live. Here are a few of them.  Visit the RCGC Calendar for a few more races.

• Mason Turkey Trot 5k, 8:00 AM, Corwin Nixon Park, Mason OH - Inaugural Year. Goal is to promote family, togetherness, community, giving, and an active lifestyle. Come be a part of a community alive with feel good vibes this Thanksgiving morning. Visit the race information page to register. 
• ORRRC Turkey Trot, 8:30 AM, Riverfront Park, Miamisburg OH - The Turkey Trot has been a Dayton Area Thanksgiving tradition for over 40 years! Presented by the Ohio River Road Runners Club and the City of Miamisburg, visit www.orrrc.org for more information.
• Run Turkey Run, 9:00 AM, England-Idlewild Park, Burlington KY - If you don't want to deal with the crowds, come out to Burlington Baptist Church's Run Turkey Run 5K on Thanksgiving morning. This family 5K and fun walk is a great community event that allows you to burn some extra calories before the big feast that is Thanksgiving dinner! Learn more or register online at www.runningtime.net.
• Hamilton Turkey Trot For Young Lives, 9:00 AM, Marcum Park, Hamilton OH -  Proceeds benefit Young Lives, a Non-Denominational ministry serving Teen Moms or Pregnant Teens in Hamilton. Visit www.hamiltonthanksgiving5k.org for more information or to register.
• Thanksgiving Day Race, 9:00 AM, TQL Stadium, Cincinnati, OH. One of the oldest races in the nation and an annual tradition for more than a hundred years. For more information, visit www.thanksgivingdayrace.com.
• Younglife Gobble Gobble 5K Run/Walk, 9:00 AM, Swaim Park, Montgomery OH - Start your Thanksgiving off right at the Younglife Gobble Gobble 5K Run/Walk. Visit the race information page to register.
• Turkey Mosh 5K Fun Run , 9:30 AM, Mary Queen of Heaven School Erlanger, KY - Sign up and enjoy a 5K on Thanksgiving Day. Visit the registration page to register.

November 2024 Races In Greater Cincinnati

 Below is list of upcoming races in November. Check the club calendar for a few more races in November. NOTE: RCGC Grand Prix Races in bold.

Saturday November 2

• Hunger 5k, 8:30 am, Matthew 25:Ministries, Cincinnati OH, Race Information.
• Gem of the Highlands 5k, 9:00 am, Factory 52, Norwood OH, norwoodrun.com.

Saturday November 9

• DAV 5k, 9:00 am, The Banks, Cincinnati OH, Race Information. 

Sunday November 10

• Oy Vey 5k, 10:00 AM, Mayerson JCC, Cincinnati OH, Race Information. 

Saturday November 16

• Girls On The Run Fall 5K, 10:00 am, Sawyer Point Park, downtown Cincinnati, OH, www.gotrcincinnati.org
• Jacob Butze Memorial Run, 12:00 pm, Peffer Park, Oxford OH, Race Information. 

Saturday November 23

• Turkeyfoot Trot 5K Run/Walk, 9:00 AM, Thomas More College, Crestview Hills KY www.runningtime.net
• Whiteoak's 2nd Gobble Gobble Run or Wobble 5K Race, 9:00 AM, White Oak High School, Mowrystown OH, Race Information.

Sunday November 24

•  Straight Street Climb, 9:00 am, Straight Street,  Cincinnati OH , http://straightstreethillclimb.com. 

Wednesday November 27

• Aurora Indiana Pre-Turkey 5K, 5:30 pm,  Gabbard Park,  Aurora IN, Race Information.

Thursday November 28

• Thanksgiving Day Race, 9:00 am, TQL Stadium, Cincinnati OH, www.thanksgivingdayrace.com.
• Younglife Gobble Gobble 5K Run/Walk, 9:00 am, Swaim Park, Montgomery OH, https://ylgg5k.com
• Thanksgiving 5K For Younglives, 9:00 am, Marcum Park, Hamilton OH, hamiltonthanksgiving5k.org. 

2024 Halloween Races In Greater Cincinnati

   Any kid knows that October 31 is Halloween which means food and dressing up in costume.  If you can not wait that long, there are few Halloween themed races throughout the month of October to get you in the Halloween spirit.  Here are a few of them, check the club calendar for a few more.

• HJWL Run For Your Bones 5k, Saturday October 19, 9:00 am, Municipal Brew Works, Hamilton OH. We all have that giving feeling inside our bones!  Come join the first ever Hamilton Junior Women’s League 5k run.  The money raised from the event benefits charitable organizations serving women and children in the Butler County area.  So, come on out and shake your hips and rattle your bones and have a fun day! Visit the race information page for more information.
• Monster Mash & Dash 5k  Walk/Run, Saturday October 19, 4:00 pm, Clinton Massie Campus, Clarksville OH. Wear costume during the run. Registration includes access to trunk or treat after the run. Most of the run is off road around Clinton-Massie’s beautiful campus. Visit the race information page for more information. 
• Running Scared 5k, Saturday October 19, 6:00 PM, Veteran's Memorial Stadium, 1600 West Street, Reading OH - A flat 3.1 mile course through a “spooky” cemetery, ending at a fabulous Halloween Fest!  Participants are encouraged to run/walk in costumes. After the race, people are admitted to the post race party where they can listen to a hot band or have a cold beer. They can enjoy food and drinks from generous sponsors and listen to the live jammin’ band while they stay toasty warm inside or gather around the roaring fire outside.  Proceeds benefit Youth Education.  Visit www.runningscared5k.org for more information.
• Ghost N Goblin 5k Run/Walk, Tuesday October 22, 6:30 PM, Sinclair Community College, Centerville, OH  - The Ghost N Goblin 5k has been a Dayton Halloween tradition for over 30 years! Presented by the Ohio River Road Runners Club, the Ghost N Goblin is expected to be the best and biggest ever! Post race party with refreshments and a D.J. Proceeds benefit The Children's Medical Center of Dayton. Visit www.orrrc.org for more information.  
• Spooky Sprint, Saturday October 26, 8:00 AM, Otto Armleder Park, Cincinnati OH. A fun, Halloween-themed event that is perfect for the whole family. Features a 5k or10k or Half Marathon.. Visit the race information page for more information.
• Ivy Tech Monster Mash Dash 5k Run / Walk, Saturday October 26, 8:30 AM, Ivy Tech Community College, Lawrenceburg IN,  Enjoy a morning run or walk along the spooktaculary scenic Ohio River! Visit www.stuartroadracing.com for more information.

Race Results From The October 5th Weekend

    Below are race results from races held in Greater Cincinnati this past weekend:

• Captain Seth Mitchell HERO 5K Run and Walk
• Lakota Optimist Club’s Run for Youth - Kids Adult
• Parkinson’s Steady Strides 5k
• Sue Harder 5k
• Thrive 5k
• Walt Sweeney Ford 5k Walk/Run Supporting the Delhi Skirt Game - Run Walk

October 2024 Races In Greater Cincinnati

    Below is list of upcoming races in October. Check the club calendar for a few more races in October and the fall running season.

Sunday October 1

• Minster Oktoberfest 10k, 9:30 am, Minster High School, Minster OH, www.minster10k.com
• Sue Harder Memorial 5k, 10:10 am, 50 West Brewing Company, Cincinnati OH,   Race Information

Saturday October 5

• Walt Sweeney Ford 5k Walk/Run supporting the Delhi Skirt Game, 9:00 AM, Delhi Park, Cincinnati OH, Race Information.
• Captain Seth Mitchell HERO 5k, 11:00am, Nisbet Park, Loveland OH,  Race Information. 

Sunday October 6

• Minster Oktoberfest 10k, 9:30 am, Minster High School, Minster OH, www.minster10k.com
• Sue Harder Memorial 5k, 10:10 am, 50 West Brewing Company, Cincinnati OH,   Race Information

Saturday October 12

• Queen Bee Half Marathon, 7:30 am, Hard Rock Casino, Cincinnati OH, queenbeehalf.com.

Sunday October 13

•  T-Hawk Hustle 5k Run/Walk, 8:00 am, Lakota East High School,  West Chester OH,   Race Information
• West Side, Best Side 5K Trail Run, 9:00 am, Shawnee Lookout, North Bend OH,  www.runningtime.net.

Saturday October 19

• The Angel Run, 8:30 am, Kuliga Park, Cincinnati OH,  theangelrun.org
• Running Scared 5k, 6:00 pm, Reading Veteran's Memorial Stadium, Reading OH, www.runningscared5k.org.

Sunday October 20

• Stone Steps 50K, 8:00 am, Mt. Airy Forest,  Cincinnati, OH, Race Information.

Saturday October 26

• Ivy Tech Monster Mash Dash Run/Walk, 8:30 am, Ivy Tech Community College, Lawrenceburg IN,  www.stuartroadracing.com.

Race Results From the September 14th Weekend

   Below are race results from races held in Greater Cincinnati this past weekend:

• Glenwood Gardens Night Lights Run
• MSJ 5k
• Raptor Run 
• Red Wolf Rampage - 5k Run 5k Walk 10k Run 10k Walk
• Tunnel To Towers 5k

September 2024 Races In Greater Cincinnati

   Below is list of upcoming races in Greater Cincinnati in September 2023. Check the club calendar for more races.

Monday September 2

• Aruna Run, 7:30 am, Freedom Center, Cincinnati OH,  arunaproject.com.

Saturday September 7

• Jack's Forever 3 "Still Running" 5K Run/Walk, 9:00 am, Bright Christian Church, Bright IN, Race Information.
• Whiskey City 5k, 9:00 am, Lawenceburg Event Center, Lawrenceburg IN, Race Information. 

Sunday September 8

• Steps ’n Salutes Green Beret 5k, 8:30 am, Nisbet Park, Loveland OH, Race Information.
• Sunflower Revolution, 8:45 am, Yeatman's Cove, Cincinnati OH, Race Information.

Saturday September 14

• Tunnels To Towers, 8:00 am, Crescent Springs Community Park, Crescent Springs KY, Race Information.
• Glenwood Gardens Night Light Run, 9:00 pm, Glenwood Gardens Park, Woodlawn OH, www.runningtime.net.

Saturday September 21

• .Hudepohl 14k Brewery Run, 7:30 am, Smale Riverfront Park, Cincinnati OH,   http://runbeerseries.com
• Erlanger Summer Sendoff 5k, 8:30 am, Silverlake Park, Erlanger KY, Race Information. 
• Teal Power 5k Run and 3k Walk, 10:00 am, Summit Park, Blue Ash OH, Race Information.

Saturday September 28

• Applefest 5k/10k/15k, 8:30 am, Countryside YMCA, Lebanon OH, Race Information.
• Sonder and Friends Oktoberfest 5k, 10:00 am, Sonder Brewing, Mason OH, Race Information
• GA Halo Hustle 5k,  6:30 pm, Guardian Angels School, Cincinnati OH, www.runningtime.net.

Race Results From August 3-August 4 Weekend

    Below are race results from races held in Greater Cincinnati this past weekend:

• 19th Annual Bronco 5k Run / Fitness Walk
• Indian Train 5k  - Run  Walk
• Little Miami Half Marathon and 10k - Half Marathon 10k
• Race For Global Water 5k Run / Walk
• Running For Russo 5k
• Run On the River 5k

August 2024 Races In Greater Cincinnati

   Below is list of upcoming races for August 2022.   Check the club calendar for a few more races in August. 

Friday August 2

• Leesburg Glow Run, 10:00 PM, Highland County North Joint Fire & Ambulance Station, Leesburg OH, Race Information.

Saturday August 3

• Bronco 5k Run & Walk, 8:00 AM, Western Brown High School, Mt Orab OH, Race Information.
• Run On the River 5k, 9:00 AM, River Days Bandstand, New Richmond OH, Race Information.

Sunday August 4

• Little Miami Half Marathon & 10k, 7:00 AM, Phegley Park, Morrow OH, www.littlemiamihalf.com.
• Running For Russo 5k, 8:00 AM, Thomas More University, Crestview Hills KY, Race Information.

Tuesday August 6

• NKU Cross Country Series, 7:00 PM,  Northern Kentucky University, Highland Heights KY,  Race Flier.

Saturday August 10

• Ross Rambler 5k Run/Walk, 9:00 AM, Elda Elementary,Ross OH, Race Information.  
• Newtown 5k, 9:00 AM, Moundview Park, Newtown OH, Race Information.

Sunday August 11

• Dewey’s Pizza Run to Raise Dough 5k,  9:00 AM, Dewey's Pizza - Oakley Square, Cincinnati OH, Race Information.
• Y'all's 5k,  9:00 AM, Thomas More Stadium, Florence KY,  Race Information.

Saturday August 17

• Panther Prowl 5k, 8:00 AM, Ivy Tech Community College, Lawrenceburg, IN, www.stuartroadracing.com.
• Bulldog Blast 5k Run/Walk, 9:00 AM, Batavia Township Park, Batavia OH, Race. www.bulldogblast5k.com.

Saturday August 24

• Powder Keg 5k, 9:00 AM, Carter Park, King Mills OH, www.runningtime.net.
• Cincinnati Dragons 5k, 9:00 AM, Rentschler Forest Metro Park, Hamilton OH, Race Information.
• CASA For Kids Superhero 5k, 9:30 AM, Idlewild Park, Burlington KY, Race Information.

Saturday August 31

• WEBN Frog Legs 5k, 9:00 AM,  Sawyer Point, Cincinnati OH, Race Information.

2024 NKU Cross Country Summer Series

   For those who love cross country, Northern Kentucky University has a Cross Country series on their training course on the NKU Campus beginning July 23. They will have 2 mile races on Tuesday nights at 7:00 pm on Tuesday July 23, Tuesday July 30 and Tuesday August 6. This event is open to all ages and experience levels and a great way to introduce the sport to middle school/high school or just plain old school runners. The course is adjacent to the main Highland Heights campus. View the race flier for more information.

NKU SUMMER CROSS COUNTRY SERIES INFORMATION

• DATE: Tuesday July 23, 2024, Tuesday July 30, 2024 and Tuesday August 6, 2024
• TIME: 7:00 PM
• PLACE: Bill Akers Baseball Complex, Northern Kentucky University, Highland Heights KY
• INFORMATION:  Test your summer training and sharpen your race skills (& your spikes) on NKU’s Cross Country training course on campus in Highland Heights, KY! The rolling terrain and trails offers challenges to runners of all ages.  View the race flier for more information

July 2024 Races in Greater Cincinnati

  Even though Fourth of July had several races, there are still quite a few races left in the month of July most likely one near where you live. Below is list of upcoming races in July.   Check the club calendar for a few more races in July. 

Saturday July 13

• FCA 5K and Fairfield Avenue Mile, 8:00 AM, Bellevue KY,  Race Information. 

Saturday July 20

• Knight Flight 5k Run and Walk, 8:30 AM, Weber Sports,  Aurora IN,  www.stuartroadracing.com. 
• Chatfield College Nun Run 5k Run/Walk, 9:00 am, Chatfield College - St. Martin Campus, Fayetteville OH, www.chatfield.edu.

Tuesday July 23

• NKU Summer Cross Country Series. 7:00 PM, Bill Akers Baseball Complex, Northern Kentucky University, Highland Heights KY, Race Information.

Saturday July 27

• Queen City 5k, 8:00 AM, Paul Brown Stadium, Cincinnati OH, www.queencity5k.com. 
• Lakeside 5k, 8:30 AM, Brookville High School, Brookville IN, www.stuartroadracing.com.

Sunday July 28

• East Fork SP Trail Run, 9:00 am, East Fork Lake State Park, Bethel OH, www.runningtime.net.
• St. Martin's Country Run 5k, 9:30 AM, St. Martin Church, Yorkville IN,www.stuartroadracing.com. 

Tuesday July 30

• NKU Summer Cross Country Series. 7:00 PM, Bill Akers Baseball Complex, Northern Kentucky University, Highland Heights KY, Race Information. 

2024 4th Of July Race Results in Greater Cincinnati

 

Below are race results to the Fourth Of July Races held in Greater Cincinnati in 2024 over the past few days.  

• Beechmont Bolt - Results
• Brave 5k - Results
• Campbell County YMCA Firecracker 5k - Results.
• Conquer The Hill - Results
• Edgewood Independence 5k Run/Walk - Results.
• Festival of the Bells 5k - Results
• Greendale 4th of July 5k Run/Walk - Run Results Walk Results.
• Lake Waynoka Firecracker 5k Run/Walk - Results.
• Liberty Freedom Run -  Results.
• Madeira Mile - Results
• Madison Firecracker 10k - Run Results Walk Results
• Pray~Hope~Believe 5K Walk/Run - 5k Results. 
• Run4Home 5k - Results

RCGC Grand Prix Update - Summer 2024

    The Runners’ Club of Greater Cincinnati is doing a Grand Prix Series in 2024. The goal of the Grand Prix is to include and recognize members that do many of the races that the club puts on, supports or races that support the club. About 50 club members have participated in at least one Grand Prix Race.  Next races in the Grand Prix are the Hyde Park Blast, Madeira Mile, and Beechmont Bolt.  Below are the top ten males and females through the Dogwood Dash. Visit the RCGC Grand Prix page for more information about the Grand Prix.

    Top Ten Males and Females Through The Run For Chief 5k   

Name	Total	Name	Total
Barbara Ellwein	744	Fred Farnsley	635
Megan Fryburger	715	Fred Seeger	394
Melissa Farnsley	625	Jeffery Crawford	333
Jennifer Black	488	Jerl Patton	330
Cindy Preston	447	Richard Gabbour	281
Ann Seeger	396	Martin Hovey	278
Leah Weitzman	369	Robert Platt	228
Nancy Barbian	348	Eric Bender	198
Karen Martin	328	Jim Martin	195
Carol Siderits	278	David Nelson	189

2024 4th of July Races in Greater Cincinnati

  In 2024, Fourth of July falls on a Thursday so there are quite a few chances to race on the Fourth of July in the Greater Cincinnati Area for 2024.  It is likely that there will be one near where you live. Here are a few of them.  Visit the RCGC Calendar  for a few more races.

Wednesday July 3

• Madeira Mile, 5:30 pm, Madeira Presbyterian Church, 8000 Miami Ave, Madeira OH, Race Information.

Thursday July 4

• City of Edgewood Independence Day 5k Run/Walk, 7:30 am, Presidents Park, Edgewood KY, http://edgewood5k.com.
• Conquer the Hill 10k, 8:00 am, Evendale Recreation Complex, Evendale OH, Kim Pielage, www.evendaleohio.org.
• Greendale 4th of July 5k Run/Walk, 8:00 am, Greendale Park, Greendale IN,  www.stuartroadracing.com
• Campbell County YMCA Firecracker 5000, 8:15 am, Tower Park, Ft. Thomas KY, Race Information.

• Pray~Hope~Believe 5K Walk/Run, 8:30 am, Colerain Municipal Complex, Colerain Township OH, www.runningtime.net.
• Run 4 Home 5k, 8:30am, Armco Park, Lebanon OH, www.familypromisewarren.org.

Saturday July 6

• Madison Firecracker 10k, 8:00 am, Madison Consolidated High School, Madison IN,  www.stuartroadracing.com
• Liberty Freedom Run, 8:30 am, Union County Courthouse, Liberty IN, www.speedy-feet.com.

Greater Cincinnati Race Results From The June 8 Weekend

 Below are race results from races held in Greater Cincinnati this past weekend:

• Bill Brewer Honor Run 5k 10k
• Daniel Boone Run For Statehood 1 Mile 5k Half Marathon 
• Dare To Care 
• Dot Dash
• LOVE like JJ

June 2024 Races in Greater Cincinnati

 Below is list of upcoming races for the month of June. Check the club calendar for a few more races in June.

Saturday June 1

• RedLegs Run, 8:00 am, Great American Ballpark, Cincinnati OH,   Race Information.

Sunday June 2

• Strawberry Classic 5k / 10k, 9:00 am, Troy Community Park, Troy OH, Race Information..

Saturday June 8

• Daniel Boone's Run for Statehood 1/2 Marathon and 5k, 8:00 am, Shelby and Main Street, Falmouth KY, Race Information. 
• LOVElikeJJ 5K, 9:00 am, Corwin Nixon Park, Mason OH, www.lovelikejj.org.
• Run For the Poor 5k Run / Walk, 9:00 am, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, Mount Repose OH, www.racedmc.com. 

Saturday June 15

• The Lauren's burg Hill, 7:22 am, Ivy Tech Community College, Lawrenceburg IN, www.stuartroadracing.com. 
• Run For Chief, 10:30 AM, Sawyer Point Park, Cincinnati OH,   Race Information.

Sunday June 16

• French Park Creek Crossings, 9:00 am, French Park, Cincinnati OH, www.runningtime.net.

Saturday June 22

• Back To Square Run 5k, 8:00 am, Main Street Square, downtown Versailles IN, Race Information. 
• Chase and Cole Memorial 5k, 8:00 am, Villa Madonna Academy, Villa Hills KY, Race Information. 

Saturday June 29

• Hyde Park Blast, 7:30 am, Hyde Park Square, Cincinnati OH, Race Information.

Sunday June 30

• Dummy Run 5k, 8:30 am, Vent Haven Museum, Ft Mitchell KY, www.venthaven.org.
• Upstander 5k Run & Walk, 8:30 am, Union Terminal, Cincinnati OH, www.holocaustandhumanity.org.

Memorial Day Race 48 Recap and Results

 

105 runners and walkers came out on Monday May 27 to Lunken Playfield in Cincinnati Ohio for Cincinnati's second oldest race.  Race conditions were sunny and warm and the course a little wet in some parts due to the previous evening's rain.  

    Larremy Gray was the top male to cross the finish line with a time of 18:02 followed by Matthew Hils  who ran an 18:39.  Ben Slater was third with a time of 20:07.  The top female finisher was Mimi Brooks who ran an 18:50. Natalie Leverone was the second female with a time of 19:14 and Mollie Karqwisch was third who ran a 21:05.  Roger Nunlist was the top male walker with a time of 40:26 and Leah Weitzman was the top female walker with a time of  36:23 (View Race Results)

   A big thank you goes to our volunteers Nancy Barbian, Fred Farnsley, Melissa Farnsley, Megan Fryburger, Tom Glasscock, Liz Hofacre and Marty Hovey. Their initiative and flexibility enabled the club to handle the race for 2024. Race results.

Memorial Day Race 48 This Monday May 27

 This Monday May 27 is the Memorial Day Race, Cincinnati's second oldest race behind the Thanksgiving Day Race. Race Day Registration opens at 8:00 AM at the Spirit of '76 Shelter as you enter the park. Race Day Cost  is $20.00 General Public, and  $15 for those Age 21 and Under / RCGC Members.    Memorial Day Race Shirts are available for $15. Race starts at 9:00 AM at Lunken Playfield. See you there!

RACE INFORMATION

• DATE: Monday, May 27, 2024 - Open to All.
• TIME: 9:00 AM. 
• PLACE: Spirit of '76 Shelter, Lunken Playfield, Cincinnati OH
• RACE DAY REGISTRATION / NUMBER PICKUP: Opens at 8:00 AM at the Spirit of '76 Shelter. Race Day Cost: $20.00 General Public,  $15 - Age 21 and Under / RCGC Members.  Memorial Day Race 47 Shirts are available for $15.  Please provide proof to get the club discount.
• COURSE: 5K course on the bike path on the Lunken Bike Trail. There will be a water station near the halfway point. 
• AWARDS:Top 3 Overall Male and Top 3 Overall Female Runners and Top 3 Runners of each division. Male and Female Divisions: Runners: 14/under, 15-18, 19-24,25-29,30-34,35-39,40-44,45-49,50-54,55-59,60-64,65-69,70+. Weight Division: 215+;
  Walkers: Overall Male and Female, 40 and Under, Masters(40-59) and Legends(60+).
• INFORMATION:  Food and awards follow the race.  Race Day Registration  opens at 8:00 AM. Race Day Cost: $20.00 General Public,  $15 Age 21 and Under / RCGC Members. Memorial Day Race 48 shirts are available for $15.  For more information, visit www.cincinnatirunning.com

Volunteer Opportunities - Spring 2024

    Here are some upcoming opportunities where you can help out the Runners' Club of Greater Cincinnati. If you can help out with any of these events, we would greatly appreciate it:

•  Memorial Day Race - The Winter Wonderland Run needs 10-15 volunteers to help with registration, timing, and post race on May 27. It would take 1-2 hours of your time. The jobs are easy and you will get a volunteer shirt. Volunteering is one of the easiest ways to get to know other club members. Let us know whether you can help by emailing us at cincinnatirunning@gmail.com or sign up at the online registration page. 
• Ongoing Openings - Currently we have few openings for keeping the club running on an ongoing basis: Social Chair and Board Member. Most positions take 2-3 hours a month of your time. If you can or would like to fulfill one of these positions, please send an email to cincinnatirunning@gmail.com or attend the next board meeting on May 13.

May 2024 Races In Greater Cincinnati

   Flying Pig Weekend has passed. However, there are more races in May than just the Flying Pig Marathon including the Runners' Club of Greater Cincinnati Memorial Day Race.  We listed a few below but there are several more on the club calendar.

May Races

• Friday May 10, Kilgour 5k,  7:00 PM, Kilgour Elementary, Cincinnati OH, Race Information.
• Saturday May 11, Girls on The Run 5k, 3:00 pm, Yeatman's Cove,  Cincinnati OH. Race information available at www.gotrcincinnati.org. 
• Saturday May 18, Kenton County Veterans Memorial 5k, 8:30 AM, , Crescent Springs KY. Visit www.runningtime.net for more information. 
• Saturday May 18, St Joseph Home Incline To The Finish Line, 9:00 AM, St Joseph Home, Sharonville OH. Race information available at www.stjosephhome.org.
• Saturday May 18, Reagan's Fun Run, 10:00 AM, Fairfield High School, Fairfield OH. Race information available at www.purplemonkeyproject.org. 
• Sunday May 19, Mt. Airy Ridge Run, 9:00 AM, Mt. Airy Forest, Cincinnati OH. Visit www.runningtime.net for more information.  
• Monday May 27, Memorial Day Race 48, 9:00 AM, Lunken Playfield,  Cincinnati OH. Race information available at www.cincinnatirunning.com. 

For more races in Cincinnati and the surrounding area, do not forget to check out the club's race calendar.

Thank you 2024 Flying Pig Marathon Mile 22 Fluid Station Volunteers

The Runners' Club of Greater Cincinnati would like to thank the volunteers that helped out at the Club's Flying Pig Fluid Station at Mile 22 on  May 5. Their contribution of  handing out water and Gatorade,  cheering, picking up trash and handling the warm weather made the fluid station another rousing success. Their dedication and enthusiasm made a great impression on the participants.

A special thank you to Tom  Glasscock for coordinating the fluid station for 2024. Join us at mile 22 for the 2025 Flying Pig Marathon.

RCGC Grand Prix Update - Spring 2024

   The Runners’ Club of Greater Cincinnati is doing a Grand Prix Series in 2024. The goal of the Grand Prix is to include and recognize members that do many of the races that the club puts on, supports or races that support the club. So far six races have been run and about 25 club members have participated in at least one Grand Prix Race.  Next races in the Grand Prix are the Flying Pig Events this weekend.  Below are the top five males and females through the Dogwood Dash. Visit the RCGC Grand Prix page for more information about the Grand Prix.

    Top Five Males and Females Through The Dogwood Dash   

Top 5 Females	Total	Top 5 Males	Total
Barbara Ellwein	336	Fred Farnsley	247
Megan Fryburger	293	Fred Seeger	196
Melissa Farnsley	243	Jeffery Crawford	193
Ann Seeger	200	Richard Gabbour	190
Jennifer Black	198	Daniel O'Connor	100

2023 RCGC Grand Prix Winners

 Here are the 2023 RCGC Grand Prix Winners.  The goal of the Grand Prix was to include and recognize members that do many of the races that the club puts on, supports or supports us.  About 50 club members participated in at least one Grand Prix Race for 2023.

  Awards will be given to the top overall Male and Female, Top Male and Female in the Youngster Category(29 & Under) Submasters Category(30 -39), Masters(40-49), GrandMaster(50-59) Legends(60-69) Categories and Still Looking Good(70 and over). For 2023, Scoring was based on any best 7  races(either A or B),  and two B Races. Below is a list of the award winners for the 2023 Grand Prix.  Special  awards are given to those who score over 700 points in the Grand Prix and known as the 700 Club. They will be recognized at a future Runners' Club of Greater Cincinnati Event.   Congratulations to everyone that participated.
2023 Award Winners
Females
Overall: Melissa Farnsley
Youngsters(29&Under): None
Submasters(30-39): Kila Hanrahan
Masters(40-49): Sharon Niehaus
GrandMasters(50-59): Melissa Farnsley
Legends(60-69): Barb Ellwein
Still Looking Good(70&over): Jennifer Black
Males
Overall: Adam Keeling
Youngsters(29&Under): Landon Fernandez
Submasters(30-39): Greg Johnson
Masters(40-49): Adam Keeling
GrandMasters(50-59): Fred Farnsley
Legends(60-69): Fred Seeger
Still Looking Good(70&over): Jerry Patton

700 Club:  Barb Ellwein, Fred Farnsley, Melissa Farnsley, Adam Keeling, Leah Weitzman

Online Registration Open For Memorial Day Race 48

Online registration is now open for Memorial Day Race 48 - Cincinnati's second oldest race behind the Thanksgiving Day Race.  The race is put on by the Runners' Club of Greater Cincinnati and proceeds go to support running in the Greater Cincinnati area.  Register now.

RACE DETAILS

• DATE: Monday, May 27, 2024 - Open to All. 
• TIME: 9:00 AM. 
• PLACE: Lunken Playfield, Cincinnati OH. 
• PRE-REGISTRATION: ends Saturday, May 25th, 2024. 
• COST:  $15 General Public and $10 RCGC Members in good standing / 21 and Under. Short Sleeve T-shirts: $10.00  
• COURSE: 5k course on the Lunken Playfield bike path. .
• OTHER: Register online.

2024 Flying Pig Fluid Station Volunteers Wanted

 

The Runners' Club of Greater Cincinnati will have a fluid station at mile 22 for the 2024 Flying Pig Marathon. Mile 22 is where the marathon really begins for the runners and your support and encouragement means plenty to them. If you are running the marathon, please encourage your friends and family to help out. If you're not running, join us for a little fun and help us help the runners at mile 22.

To volunteer at our waterstop:

1. Click here for the volunteer registration page: 2024 Volunteer Registration
2.  Enter the following password: runner
3. Be sure the small box next to the highlighted time frame for your group is “checked”
4.  Enter required information
5.  Check waiver box, sign name and click "Sign Up to Volunteer" to submit your information

If you have any questions or problems, let us know.   Sign Up for the Waterstop

April 2024 Races In Greater Cincinnati

   Below is list of upcoming races in Greater Cincinnati for April 2024. Check out the club calendar for a few more races in April.

Saturday April 6

•   Scout Strong 5k, 9:00 am, Cub World Adventure Camp, Loveland OH , Race Information

Sunday April 7

• ORRRC Marathon and Half Marathon, 8:00 am, Xenia YMCA, Xenia OH, https://orrrc.org
• Caracole Run/Walk For Aids, 9:00 am, Spring Grove Cemetery, Cincinnati OH, Race Information

Saturday April 13

•  Chamber Color Pop 5k, 9:00 am, Peoples Bank, Blanchester OH, Race Information
• Delta Sigma Pi Michael Hayes 5K, 10:00 am, Conrad Formal Gardens Oxford OH, Race Information

Sunday April 14

• Matt's 5k Pursuit, 9:00 am, Spring Grove Cemetery, Cincinnati OH, www.thematthaverkampfoundation.com

Saturday April 20

• Ursuline Academy Run/Walk For The Lions, 8:30 am, Ursuline Academy, Cincinnati OH, www.ursulineacademy.org
• MARY MILLER MEMORIAL 5K WALK/RUN, 9:00 am, Miami Meadows Park, Milford OH, http://mmministry.org
• Heartbeats For Life 5k, 10:00 am, Lunken Playfield, Cincinnati OH, Race Information.

Sunday April 21

• Ault Park Switchback, 9:00 am, Ault Park, Cincinnati OH, www.runningtime.net 

Saturday April 27

• Lite Lope 5k, 11:00 am, Rentschler Forest MetroPark, Hamilton OH, Race Information.  
• Conquer The Hill 5k, 8:30 am, Indian Hill High School, Cincinnati OH, www.ihpsf.orgg.
• Dogwood Dash 5k Run / Walk, 9:00 am, Boone County Arboretum, 9190 Camp Ernst Road Union, KY, www.bcarboretum.org  
• Egghead 5k, 4:00 pm, 50 West Brewery, Cincinnati OH, www.eggstrong.org

Sunday April 28

• Miami Red Brick Run/Walk 5K, 10:30 am, Millett Hall, Miami University, Oxford  OH, www.racedmc.com.

2024 Saint Patrick Day Races In Greater Cincinnati

 

It is about 10 days to go until St. Patrick's Day! For the next couple of weekends, there are a few races around Greater Cincinnati to help you celebrate. Race Listings are below:

• Saturday March 9, Time to Paddy 5k /10k & Lucky 13.1,  8:00 AM, Rentschler Forest Park- Cummins Shelter, Hamilton OH,  Visit the race information page  for more information.
• Saturday March 9, Harrigan's 5k, 9:30 AM, Harrigan's Tavern, Kettering OH, Visit www.harrigans5k.com for more information.
• Saturday March 16 Shamrock Shuffle 5k, 9:00 AM, The Square at Union Center, West Chester OH. Race information available at www.theshamrockshuffle.com. 
• Saturday March 16, Emerald Miles 5k Run/Walk, 9:00 AM, Hofbrauhaus, Newport KY,  Race Information available at www.cincinnatiepilepsy.org.
• Saturday March 16, Shamrock Shuffle 3k, 8:00 AM, Fifth Third Pavillion, Lexington KY. Visit www.shamrockshuffle3k.com for more information.
• Saturday March 16, Run for the Green 5K Trail Run, 9:00 AM, Landon Deerfield Park, Maineville OH. Visit www.runningtime.net for more information.

For more races in Cincinnati and the surrounding area, do not forget to check out our race calendar.

2024 Leap Day Race Shirt Available for Purchase

 We had a few shirts left over from the 2024 Leap Day Race.  They are white with a two color design on the  front. We have Youth Large, Small, Medium, Large, XL and XXL. If you would like a shirt, you can get them over at the Leap Day Race Online Registration  for $12.00(Shipping included).  They will be available for purchase through April 1. Order soon before the deadline ends or we run out of the size that you want.

ORDER NOW!

2024 Leap Day Race Recap And Results

 36 runners and walkers participated in the 2024 Leap Day Race this past Thursday evening in sunny but cool conditions for a February evening. Scott Bihl of Cincinnati OH was the top overall finisher and male runner with a time of 15:05.  Daniel O'Connor was second in 16:00, followed by William Phillips in 16:09 and Keith Neundorfer in 16:34.   Martha Whitaker  of Lexington KY was the top female finisher with a time of 17:05.  Ann Seeger was the second female finisher in 22:39 followed by Debbie Biddle in 23:06 and Jean Schmidt was fourth running a time of 24:20.  (View Race Results ).

Thank you to FleetFeet Sports for providing the gift cards to the top runners,

Thank you to our race day volunteers Nancy Barbian, Liz Hofacre, Marty Hovey, Greg McCormick, Cindy Preston, Bob Roncker, and Ryan Woolley.
  See you in 4 years at the next Leap Day Race which is Tuesday February 29,2028.  For questions, feedback or issues,  please contact  us at cincinnatirunning@gmail.com. View Race Results

2024 March Races In Greater Cincinnati

   Below is list of upcoming races in Greater Cincinnati for March 2023. Check out the club calendar for a few more races in March.

Saturday March 2

•  Bock Beer 5k, 10:00 am, The Banks, Cincinnati OH, Race Information.

Saturday March 9

•  The Laetare Classic, 3:00 pm, Corwin Nixon Park, Mason OH,  Race Information.

Saturday March 16

• Emerald Miles 5k, 9:00 am, Hofbrahaus, Newport KY,  www.epilepsy-ohio.org.
• Run for the Green Trail Run, 9:00 am, Landen Deerfield Park, Maineville OH, www.runningtime.net
• Exploring With Grace 5k, 9:00 am, Summit Park, Blue Ash OH, Race Information.

Sunday March 17

• Heart Mini Marathon, 7:30 am, 5th and Lawrence, Downtown Cincinnati OH, Race Information.   

Saturday March 24

• Barry Binkley Memorial Scholarship 5K Run/Walk,  7:30 am, Dayton High School, Dayton KY,  Registration Information.

Sunday March 25

• World Down Syndrome Day 5k/10k, 10:00 am, Winton Woods Park, Cincinnati OH, www.dsagc.com   

2024 Leap Day Race Tonight at 6:29 PM

Happy Leap Day! Tonight is the RCGC Leap Day Race - a tradition that began in 2004. It will be a 4k Run on the Lunken Bike Trail.

Race Day Registration and Race Number Pickup opens at 5:15 PM and race start is at 6:20 PM.

Race Day Registration and Race Number Pickup opens at 5:00 PM at the Spirit of '76 Shelter and race start is at 6:29 PM.
Cost is $20.00 for RCGC Members / 21& Under ; $24.00 for the General Public. $10.00 for shirts. Visit the race information page or contact the club hotline at 513-594-8203 for more details.
RACE DETAILS

• DATE: Thursday, February 29th, 2024 - Open to All.
• TIME: 6:29 PM.
• PLACE: Lunken Playfield, Cincinnati OH
• NUMBER PICKUP / RACE DAY REGISTRATION:  Opens 5:00 PM at the Spirit of '76 Shelter at Lunken Playfield.
• COST: $24.00 – General Public. $20.00 - RCGC Members / 21 & Under. T-shirt: $10.00. Group Discount available at the registration page.  Opens 5:00 PM at the Spirit of  '76 Shelter at Lunken Playfield.
• COURSE: 4k out and back course on the Lunken Bike Trail.
• AWARDS: Overall awards given to the Top 4 Male Runners and Top 4 Female Runners. Awards given to the top male and female runner in the following age groups: 18 & under, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60&over. Walker Awards: Top 4 Male and Top 4 Female Walkers.
• OTHER: Food and drink available after the race. Visit the registration page for information.

RCGC Leap Day Race This Thursday February 29

 

This Thursday February 29 is the RCGC Leap Day Race - a tradition that began in 2004. It will be a 4k Run / Walk on the Lunken Bike Trail.

Race Day Registration and Race Number Pickup opens at 5:00 PM and race start is at 6:29 PM.
Cost is $20.00 for RCGC Members / 21& Under ; $24.00 for the General Public. $10.00 for shirts. Visit the race information page or contact the club hotline at 513-594-8203 for more details.
RACE DETAILS

• DATE: Thursday, February 29th, 2024 - Open to All.
• TIME: 6:29 PM.
• PLACE: Lunken Playfield, Cincinnati OH
• NUMBER PICKUP / RACE DAY REGISTRATION:  Opens 5:00 PM at the Spirit of '76 Shelter at Lunken Playfield.
• COST: $24.00 – General Public. $20.00 - RCGC Members / 21 & Under. T-shirt: $10.00. Group Discount available at the registration page.  Opens 5:00 PM at the Spirit of  '76 Shelter at Lunken Playfield.
• COURSE: 4k out and back course on the Lunken Bike Trail.
• AWARDS: Overall awards given to the Top 4 Male Runners and Top 4 Female Runners. Awards given to the top male and female runner in the following age groups: 18 & under, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60&over. Walker Awards: Top 4 Male and Top 4 Female Walkers.
• OTHER: Food and drink available after the race. Visit the registration page for information.

Runners' Club of Greater Cincinnati Part of Piggest Raffle Ever for 2024

The Runners' Club of Greater Cincinnati is part of the Piggest Raffle Ever with the Flying Pig Marathon for 2024. Adopt a pig for $5 for a chance to to win $5000 cash, $2500 cash or a $1500 Cincinnati experience.  Also, it helps the Runners' Club of Greater Cincinnati raise funds. If you wish to adopt a Pig(s) on behalf of the Runners' Club of Greater Cincinnati, you can do so online at www.piggestraffleever.com. Just select Runners' Club of Greater Cincinnati as the charity. The official "Pig Drop" to determine the contest winners will take place on Flying Pig Marathon weekend downtown. Buy a Pig! Win A Prize! Support the Club.  Adopt a Pig. 

2023 Grand Prix Update

   Scores have been updated for the 2023 Grand Prix. Check your score to be sure that it is updated correctly.   Official results will be announced in February.  Awards will be given to the top overall Male and top overall Female, and Top Male and Female in the Following Age Groups based on official scoring:

Youngsters (Age 29 & Under), SubMasters (Age 30-39), Masters(Age 40-49), GrandMasters(Age 50-59), Legends(60-69), and StillLookingGood(70 & Over).
Thank you to all the members that participated in the 2023 RCGC Grand Prix.
  Visit the RCGC Grand Prix Page  to check scores.

2024 RCGC Leap Day Race

 2024 is a Leap Year so another day in the year and another race in the year - the RCGC Leap Day Race. It will be a 4k Run / Walk on the Lunken Bike Trail.

Cost is $16.00 for RCGC Members / 21 & Under ; $20.00 for the General Public through February 28,2024. Group Discount is available(Online Only). T shirts are available for $8.00. Visit  the registration page for more information.
RACE DETAILS

• DATE: Thursday, February 29th, 2024 - Open to All.
• TIME: 6:29 PM.
• PLACE: Lunken Playfield, Cincinnati OH
• PRE-REGISTRATION: $20.00 – General Public, $16.00 RCGC Members / 21 & Under. T-shirt: $8.00.   Online registration available through Wednesday February 28, 2024.  Group Pricing Available - Need to register online to qualify. 
• RACE DAY REGISTRATION/ NUMBER PICKUP: $24.00 – General Public. $20.00 - RCGC Members / 21 & Under. T-shirt: $10.00. Opens 5:00 PM at the Marian Ahlering Building at Lunken Playfield.
• COURSE: 4k out and back course on the Lunken Bike Trail. 
• AWARDS: Overall awards given to the Top 4 Male Runners and Top 4 Female Runners. Awards given to the top male and female runner in the following age groups: 18 & under, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60&over. Walker Awards to the Top Four Male Walkers and Top 4 Female Walkers.
• OTHER: Food and drink available after the race. Visit registration page for more information.

2024 Winter Wonderland Run Results

 

47 runners and walkers competed in the 2024 Winter Wonderland Run this past Sunday February 24 in sunny, but cold conditions at Fernbank Park on the (Far) West Side of Cincinnati(View photos). Runners and walkers travailed a  relatively flat 5k course that included wood, concrete, cobblestone asphalt, grass and dirt.  Caitlin Bowen  of  Cincinnati OH was the top finisher and top female with a time of 21:37.  Top Male and second place over all was Rich Webber of  Cincinnati OH who ran a 21:39,  (View Race Results ).

Thank you to our race day volunteers Fred Farnsley, Melissa Farnsley, Megan Fryburger, Liz Hofacre, Todd Hofacre, and Marty Hovey.  Their patience and flexibility helped  the club put on a successful race.  See you in 2025.
If you won an award, and had to leave early(View award list), contact us at cincinnatirunning@gmail.com.  View Race Results.

RCGC Grand Prix Returns for 2024

   The Runners’ Club of Greater Cincinnati Grand Prix Series returns for 2024! The RCGC Grand Prix includes and recognizes many of the races that the club and it members direct,  support, started, or helped start. It includes several popular and unique races in Cincinnati that the club and its members  have supported over the years.

For 2024,  9 races  be scored which includes at least two B Races plus 7 other races.  Awards will be given to the top overall Male and Female, and Top Male and Female in the Following Age Groups -  Youngsters(29&Under), Submasters (30-39), Masters(40-49), GrandMasters(50-59), Legends(60-69) and StillLookingGood(70 & over).  The 2024 Grand Prix will feature the popular 700 Club – Any member who scores over 700 points in the 2024 Grand Prix receives a commemorative award. The Cost to run in the RCGC Grand Prix is an RCGC Membership.  First Race in the Series is the Winter Wonderland Run on February 12,2024. For more information about the RCGC Grand Prix, go to the RCGC Grand Prix Page. 

 About the RCGC Grand Prix.  

2024 RCGC Winter Wonderland Run This Sunday February 11

 

This Sunday  February 11,2024 is the  RCGC Winter Wonderland Run. It will be a 5k Run/Walk around the paths and trails of Fernbank Park.

Race Number Pickup will open at noon at the Riverview Shelter just inside the park. Registration is available at runsignup.com through February 26, 2023 until 12:59 pm.  

Visit www.cincinnatirunning.com for more information. See you this Sunday.

RACE DETAILS

• DATE: Sunday, February 11,2024
• TIME: 1:00 PM. 
• PLACE: Fernbank Park, Cincinnati OH. 
• PRE-REGISTRATION: $17- General Public and $12 - RCGC Members / 23 & Under. Register online at www.cincinnatirunning.com. Ends Friday, Febraury 9, 2023.
  
• RACE DAY REGISTRATION: Available at runsignup.com through February 12,2023, until 12:59 pm. $22 - General Public & 17 - RCGC Members / 23 & Under 
• RACE NUMBER PICKUP: Race Numbers can be picked up on Race Day at the Riverview Shelter inside Fernbank Park beginning at Noon. 
• COURSE: 5k Course along the paths and trails of Fernbank Park. Be prepared to run on concrete, wood, asphalt, cobblestone, grass, dirt, gravel and possibly mud, and snow.  No strollers allowed on the course due to terrain.
• OTHER: Visit www.cincinnatirunning.com, or the online registration page for more information. 

Checkout the Runners' Club Calendar

 Check out the club calendar for Cincinnati Road Races. It includes 5Ks, 10Ks, Marathons, Half Marathons, and about any other distance that you could imagine running. It includes Runners' Club of Greater Cincinnati events, and a few regional and national races but mainly Cincinnati and Northern KY local road races. If you would like to add an event to the calendar, contact us at cincinnatirunning@gmail.com and include race name, date, a brief description, and where to get more information(i.e website,contact person, phone number, email). Access the club race calendar.

Volunteer Opportunities - Winter 2024

   Here are some upcoming opportunities where you can help out the Runners' Club of Greater Cincinnati. If you can help out with any of these events, we would greatly appreciate it:

•  Winter Wonderland Run - The Winter Wonderland Run needs 10-15 volunteers to help with registration, timing, and post race on February 11. It would take 1-2 hours of your time. The jobs are easy and you will get a few other goodies. Volunteering is one of the easiest ways to get to know other club members. Let us know whether you can help by emailing us at cincinnatirunning@gmail.com or sign up at the online registration page. 
• Leap Day Race - The Leap Day Race needs 10-15 volunteers to help with registration, timing, and post race on February 29. It would take 1-2 hours of your time. The jobs are easy and you will get a few other goodies. Volunteering is one of the easiest ways to get to know other club members. Let us know whether you can help by emailing us at cincinnatirunning@gmail.com or sign up at the online registration page.
• Ongoing Openings - Currently we have few openings for keeping the club running on an ongoing basis: Treasurer, and Social Chair. Most positions take 2-3 hours a month of your time. If you can or would like to fulfill one of these positions, please send an email to cincinnatirunning@gmail.com or attend the next board meeting on February 26.

Online Registration Open for 2024 Leap Day Race

 2024 is a Leap Year so it is time for the RCGC Leap Day Race - a tradition that began in 2004. It will be a 4k Run / Walk on the Lunken Bike Trail. Registration is now open.

Cost is $16.00 for RCGC Members / 21 & Under ; $20.00 for the General Public through February 28,2024. Group Discount is available(Online Only). Visit  the registration page for more information.
RACE DETAILS

• DATE: Thursday, February 29th, 2024 - Open to All.
• TIME: 6:29 PM.
• PLACE: Lunken Playfield, Cincinnati OH
• PRE-REGISTRATION: $20.00 – General Public, $16.00 RCGC Members / 21 & Under. T-shirt: $8.00. Early registration available through Wednesday February 28, 2024.  Group Pricing Available - Need to register online to qualify. 
• RACE DAY REGISTRATION: $24.00 – General Public. $20.00 - RCGC Members / 21 & Under. T-shirt: $10.00. No group discounts on race day. Opens 5:00 PM at the Spirit of '76 Shelter at Lunken Playfield.
• COURSE: 4k out and back course on the Lunken Bike Trail. 
• AWARDS: Overall awards given to the Top 4 Male Runners, Top 4 Female Runners, Top 4 Male Walkers and Top 4 Female Walkers. Awards given to the top male and female runner in the following age groups: 18 & under, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60&over. 
• OTHER: Food and drink available after the race. Visit registration page for more information.

Online Registration Open for 2024 Winter Wonderland Run

 

Online registration is open for the 2024 Winter Wonderland Run which is Sunday, February 11,2024.  Awards given to the Top 3 Male and Top 3 Female Runners. Also age group awards are given for the Top Male and Top Female in the following Age Groups: 18 & Under,19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 & Over.

 Online registration available at runsignup.com through February 11, 2024 until 12:59 pm.

RACE DETAILS

• DATE: Sunday, February 11,2024
• TIME: 1:00 PM. 
• PLACE: Fernbank Park, Cincinnati OH. 
• PRE-REGISTRATION: $17- General Public and $12 - RCGC Members / 23 & Under. Register online at www.cincinnatirunning.com. Ends Thursday, February 8, 2024. 
• RACE DAY REGISTRATION: Available at runsignup.com through February 11,2024 until 12:59 pm. $22 - General Public & 17 - RCGC Members / 23 & Under
• RACE NUMBER PICKUP: Race Numbers can be picked up on Race Day at the Riverview Shelter inside Fernbank Park beginning at noon. 
• COURSE: 5k Course along the paths and trails of Fernbank Park. Be prepared to run on concrete, wood, asphalt, cobblestone, grass, dirt, gravel and possibly mud, and snow.  No strollers allowed on the course due to terrain.
• OTHER: Visit www.cincinnatirunning.com, or the online registration page for more information. 

Go On Be Brave At Regal Deerfield Town Center, Mason - January 17

 ONE NIGHT ONLY️ – JANUARY 17, 2024 – REGAL DEERFIELD TOWN CENTER, MASON

Join the Runners' Club of Greater Cincinnati for a very special film about the first person with ALS to complete a marathon in all 50 states! Given the terminal diagnosis of ALS at only 33 years old, Andrea Lytle Peet set a goal that should have been impossible. Celebrated by critics as “one of the great discoveries of 2023” the award-winning documentary Go On, Be Brave is “a joyous ride we all need to take.” Purchase tickets and view the trailer at GoOnBeBrave.com.