Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus Marathon & 1/2 Marathon, Jesse Owens 5K, 1 Mile & Kids Run
USATF CertifiedSaturday, October 17, 2026
Columbus, Ohio
The Experience
JOIN US THIS OCTOBER
There are a million reasons to race with us in Columbus each October. From the fast course to the impactful partnership with Nationwide Children's Hospital, race weekend is an experience unlike any other. Learn more HERE.
FOR THE KIDS
Nationwide Children’s Hospital is honored to be the title beneficiary of the Columbus Marathon & 1/2 Marathon.
2026 marks the 15th year of this partnership, and more than $15 million has been raised for the hospital. Register to join us at America's Most Meaningful Race!
Course Information
USATF Certified Course
OH20002DH · Expires 2030
Certified Course Name
Choose Your Own Path Adventure Half Marathon
Net Drop
0.00
m/km
Separation
0.0%
start to finish
This course is relatively flat with minimal net elevation change. Loop course — start and finish are close together.
View USATF Course Map (PDF)Race Details
Race Day
Saturday, October 17, 2026 · 10/18/2026 07:30
Start Location
North Bank Park, Columbus, OH 43215
Course
Loop
Also Offers
Giveaway
Long-sleeved T-Shirt
Registration
Register online — $95
Race Website
Official race information
Historical Weather
☀
Avg High
63°F
☽
Avg Low
45°F
☂
Precip
0.1 in
🍃
Wind
11.6 mph
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The Experience
JOIN US THIS OCTOBER
There are a million reasons to race with us in Columbus each October. From the fast course to the impactful partnership with Nationwide Children's Hospital, race weekend is an experience unlike any other. Learn more HERE.
FOR THE KIDS
Nationwide Children’s Hospital is honored to be the title beneficiary of the Columbus Marathon & 1/2 Marathon.
2026 marks the 15th year of this partnership, and more than $15 million has been raised for the hospital. Register to join us at America's Most Meaningful Race!
Course Information
USATF Certified Course
OH20002DH · Expires 2030
Certified Course Name
Choose Your Own Path Adventure Half Marathon
Net Drop
0.00
m/km
Separation
0.0%
start to finish
This course is relatively flat with minimal net elevation change. Loop course — start and finish are close together.
View USATF Course Map (PDF)Race Details
Race Day
Saturday, October 17, 2026 · 10/18/2026 07:30
Start Location
North Bank Park, Columbus, OH 43215
Course
Loop
Also Offers
Giveaway
Long-sleeved T-Shirt
Registration
Register online — $95
Race Website
Official race information