Memorial Day Race 50 Recap and Results

 

175 runners and walkers came out this past Monday May 25 at Otto Armleder Park in Cincinnati Ohio for Memorial Day Race 50.(View Photos).  Race conditions were overcast with some humidity. 

     Jimmy Chisholm was the top male to cross the finish line with a time and male course record of 15:54.  Brooke Wildermuth was top female and second overall with a female course record time of 16:20.   Second male and third overall was Jack Randall who ran a 16:20 and third male was Vedant Pingle with 16:57. Second Female was Sam Mikula with a time of 17:55 and third female was Anneken Villjoen with 17:59. (View Race Results).

   Thank you to Fleet Feet for the overall awards and Valvoline Oil with the coupons and volunteers. Thank you goes to our volunteers Gerald Acosta, Jeff Crawford, Megan Fryburger, Tom Glasscock, Liz Hofacre, William Hofacre, Andrew Hohman, Marty Hovey, Phil Justice, Gilbert Morales, Mike Smith and Jim Weiland. Their initiative and flexibility enabled the club to handle the race for 2026. See you in 2027 for Memorial Day Race 51. Race results.

Memorial Day Race 50 This Monday May 25

   This Monday May 25 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 Little Miami Shelter at Otto Armleder Park as you enter the park. Race Day Cost is $25.00 General Public, and $20 for those Age 21 and Under / RCGC Members.    Memorial Day Race Shirts are $15. Race starts at 9:00 AM. See you there!

RACE INFORMATION

• DATE: Monday, May 25, 2026 - Open to All.
• TIME: 9:00 AM. 
• PLACE: Otto Armleder Park, Cincinnati OH
• RACE DAY REGISTRATION / NUMBER PICKUP: Opens at 8:00 AM at the Little Miami Shelter. Race Day Cost: $25.00 General Public, $20 - Age 21 and Under / RCGC Members.  Please provide proof to get the club discount. Registration available at runsignup.com. 
• COURSE: 5K course on the Armleder 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: $25.00 General Public, $20 Age 21 and Under / RCGC Members. For more information, visit www.cincinnatirunning.com

RCGC Grand Prix Spring 2026 Update

 The Runners’ Club of Greater Cincinnati is doing a Grand Prix Series in 2026. 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 20 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   

Name	Total	Name	Total
Melissa Farnsley	295	Fred Farnsley	296
Megan Fryburger	294	Richard Gabbour	233
Nancy Barbian	238	Eric Bender	150
Barbara Ellwein	195	Lowell Clark	146
Carol Siderits	96	Jeffery Crawford	144

Online Registration Open for RCGC Memorial Day Race 50

 Online registration is now open for Memorial Day Race 50 - 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 25, 2026 - Open to All. 
• TIME: 9:00 AM. 
• PLACE: Otto Armleder Park, Cincinnati OH. 
• COST:  $20 - General Public and $15 RCGC Members in good standing / 21 and Under through May 24, 2025.  Short Sleeve T-shirts: $12.00. Early Bird Registration available through May 5,2026 for $5.00 discount.  
• COURSE: 5k course on the loop in the park.
• OTHER: Register online.

2026 Winter Wonderland Run Recap And Results

About 50 runners and walkers competed in the 2026 Winter Wonderland Run this past Sunday February 22 in cold, windy conditions with a snow shower 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.  Matthew Garey of  Independence KY was the top finisher  and top male with a time of 22:30 followed by Christopher Wickey who ran a 22:57. Joseph Cryan was third in 22:58.  Top Female was Tiara Wright of  Dayton OH who ran a 29:40. Paula Breem-Heeger was the second female with time of 31:01 and Rebecca Hubbard was third running a 32:11. (View Race Results ).

Thank you to our race day volunteers Megan Fryburger, Tom Glasscock, Liz Hofacre, Todd Hofacre, and Marty Hovey.  Their patience and flexibility helped  the club put on a successful race.  See you in 2027.
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 2026

 The Runners’ Club of Greater Cincinnati Grand Prix Series returns for 2026! 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 2026, 9 races will be scored which includes your top 7 races and plus two B 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 2026 Grand Prix will feature the 700 Club – Any member who scores over 700 points in the 2026 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 22, 2026. For more information about the RCGC Grand Prix, go to the RCGC Grand Prix Page. 

 About the RCGC Grand Prix.  

Winter Wonderland Run - this Sunday February 22

 This Sunday February 22, 2026 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 11:00 AM at the Riverview Shelter just inside the park. Registration is available at runsignup.com through February 22, 2026 until 11:59 am.  

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

RACE DETAILS

• DATE: Sunday, February 22, 2026
• TIME: 12:05 PM - Note change in time. 
• PLACE: Fernbank Park, Cincinnati OH. 
• PRE-REGISTRATION: $17- General Public and $12 - RCGC Members / 23 & Under. Register online at www.cincinnatirunning.com. Ends Friday, February 20, 2026.  Shirts available for 15.00. 
  
• RACE DAY REGISTRATION: Available at runsignup.com through February 22, 2026, until 11:59 am. $22 - General Public & 17 - RCGC Members / 23 & Under.  Shirts available for $20.00.  
• RACE NUMBER PICKUP: Race Numbers can be picked up on Race Day at the Riverview Shelter inside Fernbank Park beginning at 11:00 am. 
• 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. 

Volunteer Opportunities - Winter 2026

     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 another 5-10 volunteers to help with registration, timing, and post race on February 22. 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. 
• Currently we have few openings for keeping the club running on an ongoing basis: Vice President, Social Media, 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 March 9.

2025 RCGC Holiday In Lights Run Tonight at 630 PM.

Join the Runners' Club of Greater Cincinnati this evening for our Holiday in Lights Run. We will meet at The Works Pizza Company tonight in Covington KY tonight December 16 at 6:30 pm. Run is open to the public!  We plan on taking a group photo before we run. After the run, enjoy drinks and appetizers courtesy of the club.

Run Details

When: Monday, December 16th, 2025
Time: 6:30 pm
Where: Works Pizza Company, 114 Park Place, Covington KY
What: Run a few miles around downtown.
For: Enjoying the lights of the season around the downtown area.
Distance: Approximately 3.5 miles round trip. View Route. If you want to run longer, we have a longer route available.  If you want to run shorter, we have a shorter route available, 
Party: Follows the run at The Works at about 6:30 PM.

RCGC Holiday In Lights Run - December 16, 2025

 

The Holiday In Lights Run returns in 2025. We will be meeting at the Works Pizza Company in Covington KY on Tuesday December 16 at 6:30 pm. Run is open to the public!  We plan on taking a group photo before the run. After the run, we will be meeting at for drinks and appetizers. Food and drinks will be on the club.

Run Details

When: Tuesday, December 16, 2025
Time: 6:30 pm
Where:  Works Pizza Company, 114 Park Place, Covington KY
What: Run a few miles around downtown.
For: Enjoying the lights of the season around the downtown area.
Distance: Approximately 3-5 miles round trip.
Party: Follows the run at Works Pizza Company around 8:00 PM.

Memorial Day Race 49 This Monday May 26

  This Monday May 26 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 $25.00 General Public, and  $20 for those Age 21 and Under / RCGC Members.    Memorial Day Race Shirts are $15 (Only size available is Extra Large). Race starts at 9:00 AM at Lunken Playfield. See you there!

RACE INFORMATION

• DATE: Monday, May 26, 2025 - 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: $25.00 General Public,  $20 - Age 21 and Under / RCGC Members.  Memorial Day Race 49 Shirts are available for $15(Only size available is Extra Large).  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: $25.00 General Public,  $20 Age 21 and Under / RCGC Members. Memorial Day Race 49 shirts are sold out.  For more information, visit www.cincinnatirunning.com

Online Registration Open For Memorial Day Race 49

 Online registration is now open for Memorial Day Race 49 - 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 26, 2025 - Open to All. 
• TIME: 9:00 AM. 
• PLACE: Lunken Playfield, Cincinnati OH. 
• COST:  $20 - General Public and $15 RCGC Members in good standing / 21 and Under through May 24, 2025.  Short Sleeve T-shirts: $12.00. Early Bird Registration available through May 5,2025 for $5.00 discount.  
• COURSE: 5k course on the Lunken Playfield bike path. .
• OTHER: Register online.

2025 Wonderland Run Recap and Results

 

About 25 runners and walkers competed in the 2025 Winter Wonderland Run this past Sunday February 23 in sunny, but cold conditions at Fernbank Park on the (Far) West Side of Cincinnati(View photos).  The previous week flooding and freezing temperatures merited a course change due to ice and flooding in Fernbank Park.  Runners and walkers travailed a relatively flat almost 3 mile course along the Ohio River.  Jenny Kane of  Guilford IN was the top finisher and top female with a time of 23:10.  Top Male and second place over all was Eric Bender of  Montgomery OH who ran a 24:44.  (View Race Results ).

Thank you to our sponsors Fleet Feet Cincinnati for the awards, and 13 Below Brewery for use of their parking lot. Thank you to our race day volunteers Megan Fryburger, Liz Hofacre, Todd Hofacre, and Marty Hovey.  Their patience and flexibility helped  the club put on a successful race.  See you in 2026.
View Race Results.

Winter Wonderland Run This Sunday February 23

 

This Sunday  February 23, 2025 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 11:00 AM at the Riverview Shelter just inside the park. Registration is available at runsignup.com through February 23, 2025 until 11:59 am.  

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

RACE DETAILS

• DATE: Sunday, February 23,2025
• TIME: 12:00 PM - Note change in time. 
• 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 21, 2025.
  
• RACE DAY REGISTRATION: Available at runsignup.com through February 23, 2023, until 11:59 am. $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 11:00 am. 
• 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. 

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

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 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 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.

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.