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Buckeye 5K

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Columbus, Ohio, United States

calendar_today 28 Mar, 2026

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About the Event

The Buckeye 5K is a beloved annual tradition hosted by the Undergraduate Student Government at The Ohio State University, bringing students, faculty, and the community together for a fun and active experience. Join fellow Buckeyes as you race around the world-famous Oval, soaking in the energy and spirit of campus. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a great time with friends and family, this event is open to all skill levels.

Plus, the first 225 registrants will receive a free Buckeye 5K t-shirt, so sign up early to secure yours! Don't miss this exciting opportunity to celebrate fitness, camaraderie, and Buckeye pride.

Races Offered

5K

Mar 28, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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Type — Running

timer

09:30

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$0.00

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for March in Columbus.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 1.9° / 13.1°

wb_sunny -2.6° / 9.0°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 13.4 /

water_drop 66.4%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 1.9° / 13.1°

wb_sunny -2.6° / 9.0°

air 13.4 km/h

water_drop 66.4%

About Columbus

Learn more about the host city, Columbus.

Columbus is the capital of the American state of Ohio and is located centrally within the state as the core of the Greater Columbus area. Sited in an area where the Rust Belt, Bible Belt, Appalachia, and the Farm Belt meet, Columbus is a fusion of many different parts of America. It is the home of the Ohio State University. The combination of Ohio Government and the Ohio State University has fueled amazing growth both financially and physically in Columbus. It has created a business and research environment that has provided substantial employment opportunities to the diverse ethnic and local graduates of the Ohio State University, and other academic institutions in Columbus. The Ohio Supercomputer Center (OSC), is projected to be one of the top 50 supercomputers in the world and among the top 10 supercomputing academic centers. It also ranked number 1 on About.com's list of the United States' Most Underrated Gay Cities.