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Col. Paul M. Kelly Memorial Day 5k

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Dayton, Ohio, United States

calendar_today 24 May, 2026

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About the Event

Join us at the University of Dayton this Memorial Day weekend to run, walk and remember. We are coming together to honor the legacy of Colonel Paul M. Kelly and to stand in solidarity with those who serve and have served.

Why We Run

Every stride you take helps bridge the gap for our heroes in the classroom. 100% of the proceeds from this race directly support the military-connected student community at the University of Dayton, providing essential resources, programming and support services for our veterans and their families.

T-Shirt guaranteed if registered by May 1.

Race morning check in starts at 9am at the UD Rec Plex. Race starts promptly at 10am.

Races Offered

5k Run/Walk

May 24, 2026

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Distance — 3.1 Miles

terrain

Type — Running

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10:00

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$30.00

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in Dayton.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 12.3° / 22.6°

wb_sunny 10.5° / 21.2°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 10.9 /

water_drop 70.2%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 12.3° / 22.6°

wb_sunny 10.5° / 21.2°

air 10.9 km/h

water_drop 70.2%

About Dayton

Learn more about the host city, Dayton.

Dayton is the birthplace of aviation: the Wright brothers, Orville and Wilbur, lived here and perfected their design for the first practical aircraft. It is also home to one of the few multi-site National Parks in the U.S., the Dayton Aviation Heritage Park. There are several things to do and see in the city and its suburbs.