OTOA 5K

About the Event

Prior to race day, please register here.

Welcome to the OTOA 5K Benefiting the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Ohio

Join us on June 9th at the Kalahari Resorts in Sandusky, Ohio for the inaugural OTOA 5K, a conference‑adjacent charitable event that brings together law enforcement professionals, families, community partners, and conference vendors for a morning of purpose, connection, and fun.

The OTOA 5K is designed to promote professionalism in policing through physical preparedness, strengthen community partnerships, and enhance engagement with OTOA conference vendors—all while supporting an incredible cause. Your participation directly benefits the Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) for Special Olympics Ohio, a worldwide movement of law enforcement officers who champion inclusion and carry the “Flame of Hope” on behalf of individuals with intellectual disabilities.

Why It Matters

The Law Enforcement Torch Run is the largest global grassroots fundraiser for Special Olympics. In Ohio, LETR raises critical funds that support year‑round sports training, competitions, health programs, and leadership opportunities for more than 20,000 Special Olympics Ohio athletes.

Your registration helps ensure that athletes across the state can compete, grow, and shine—at no cost to them or their families.

Schedule

6:30–7:45 AM Setup & Participant Check-In
8:00 AM – Opening Ceremony & Ceremonial Torch Run
8:10 AM – Kids Fun Run
8:30 AM – OTOA 5K Start

Races Offered

5K

Jun 09, 2026

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Distance — 3.1 Miles

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Type — Running

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08:30

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$40.00

Kids Fun Run

Jun 09, 2026

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Distance — Kids Fun Run

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Type — Running

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08:30

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$0.00

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for June in Sandusky.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 16.7° / 26.9°

wb_sunny 15.9° / 26.1°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 13.2 /

water_drop 67.6%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 16.7° / 26.9°

wb_sunny 15.9° / 26.1°

air 13.2 km/h

water_drop 67.6%

About Sandusky

Learn more about the host city, Sandusky.

Sandusky is a city in Ohio Erie shore west and county seat of Erie County, on Ohio's north coast along Lake Erie between Cleveland and Toledo. It is perhaps best known for Cedar Point Amusement Park, home to some of the world's tallest and fastest roller coasters. It is one of Ohio's prettiest downtowns and is very clean. Walking along the waterfront in the business district should be considered very safe compared to most cities. There is a pier for those who want to fish. They say late winter fishing is great at the pier due to the fish gathering in Sandusky Bay for spawning in the local rivers and streams. Elevation: 580ft/176.8m.