10K Races in Ohio
Ohio has 66 upcoming 10K races scheduled for 2026. The calendar runs year-round — busiest in August through October, quietest in January, July, and December. No single city dominates the calendar. Fairborn leads with 11 races, followed by Beavercreek (9), Circleville (7), and Chillicothe (5). The remaining 52% of the calendar is spread across smaller cities.
10K races by month in Ohio
Aug (15) · Sep (14) · Oct (13) · Nov (13) · Dec (6) · Jul (4) · Jan (1)
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US Eagle 5K, & 10K at Circleville, OH (30)
Circleville, OH
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US Eagle 5K, & 10K at Circleville, OH (30)
July 25, 2026
Circleville, OH
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14th Annual Outrace Epilepsy! 10K, 5K, and 1 Mile Run/Walk
August 16, 2026
Cleveland, OH
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Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Cleveland
September 5, 2026
North Royalton, OH
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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Beavercreek, OH (36)
September 5, 2026
Beavercreek, OH
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Frequently asked questions
How long is a 10K race?▾
A 10K is 6.2 miles (10 kilometers). It is a popular step-up distance from the 5K and a great intermediate goal for runners building toward a half marathon.
What is the largest 10K in the US?▾
The AJC Peachtree Road Race in Atlanta is the largest 10K in the world, drawing over 60,000 runners every Fourth of July. The BOLDERBoulder in Colorado is another massive 10K with 45,000+ participants.
What is a good 10K time?▾
The average US 10K finish time is around 55-60 minutes. Competitive runners aim for sub-45 minutes, while beginners often target finishing under 1 hour 10 minutes.
How do I train for a 10K?▾
A typical 10K training plan is 8-10 weeks with 3-4 runs per week, including one longer run that builds to 6-7 miles. If you can comfortably run a 5K, you are ready to start training for a 10K.