Circleville Classic 5K in Memory of Jeff & Jean McGowan
- Date Sat 24th October 2026 - Sat 31st October 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Circleville, Ohio
- Price $17.70 - $23.00
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 5 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting weekend of fitness and community spirit at the 39th Annual Circleville Classic 5K in Memory of Jeff & Jean McGowan! Taking place on Saturday, October 24, 2026, in the charming town of Circleville, Pickaway, this year's race features both in-person and virtual events to accommodate all participants. The in-person 5K Run/Walk kicks off at 9:00 AM, with check-in starting at 7:30 AM, so be sure to arrive early!
This year, the traditional 5 Mile Run has been transformed into a 5K to enhance safety amidst the bustling Pumpkin Show traffic. Runners will enjoy a scenic route around Circleville High School and along the picturesque Roundtown Trail. After the race, don’t miss the chance to celebrate with friends and family at the 119th Circleville Pumpkin Show, known as The Greatest Free Show On Earth! Registration for the in-person 5K is only $15 before October 14th and $20 until October 23rd. Please note that there will be no race-day registration this year. Plus, you can snag a t-shirt on race day for just $10 for short sleeves or $15
This year, the traditional 5 Mile Run has been transformed into a 5K to enhance safety amidst the bustling Pumpkin Show traffic. Runners will enjoy a scenic route around Circleville High School and along the picturesque Roundtown Trail. After the race, don’t miss the chance to celebrate with friends and family at the 119th Circleville Pumpkin Show, known as The Greatest Free Show On Earth! Registration for the in-person 5K is only $15 before October 14th and $20 until October 23rd. Please note that there will be no race-day registration this year. Plus, you can snag a t-shirt on race day for just $10 for short sleeves or $15
Organiser's Description
THE 39TH ANNUAL CIRCLEVILLE CLASSIC 5K RUN/WALK HAS AN IN-PERSON RACE AND A NUMBER OF VIRTUAL EVENTS!
IN-PERSON RACE START TIME: 9:00 AM
IN-PERSON RACE DAY CHECK-IN BEGINS: 7:30 AM (THERE IS NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION)
The traditional 5 Mile Run will be a 5K Run/Walk this year due to increase safety concerns with Pumpkin Show traffic. The course will be around the Circleville High School and on the Roundtown Trail. After the race plan on enjoying the afternoon with your family and friends downtown at the 119th Circleville Pumpkin Show, The Greatest Free Show On Earth.
Pricing for the in-person 5K is $15.00 before October 14th, $20 until October 23rd. _THERE IS NO RACE-DAY REGISTRATION THIS YEAR_. T-shirts will still be available for sale on race day for those in the in-person race. $10 for short sleeve shirts, $15 for long sleeve (cash or check only)
All virtual events are $10. If you want the race t-shirt mailed to you after the event, $10 will be added to your total.
PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE CIRCLEVILLE HS ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT AND ALUMNI ASSOCIATION
IN-PERSON RACE START TIME: 9:00 AM
IN-PERSON RACE DAY CHECK-IN BEGINS: 7:30 AM (THERE IS NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION)
The traditional 5 Mile Run will be a 5K Run/Walk this year due to increase safety concerns with Pumpkin Show traffic. The course will be around the Circleville High School and on the Roundtown Trail. After the race plan on enjoying the afternoon with your family and friends downtown at the 119th Circleville Pumpkin Show, The Greatest Free Show On Earth.
Pricing for the in-person 5K is $15.00 before October 14th, $20 until October 23rd. _THERE IS NO RACE-DAY REGISTRATION THIS YEAR_. T-shirts will still be available for sale on race day for those in the in-person race. $10 for short sleeve shirts, $15 for long sleeve (cash or check only)
All virtual events are $10. If you want the race t-shirt mailed to you after the event, $10 will be added to your total.
PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE CIRCLEVILLE HS ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT AND ALUMNI ASSOCIATION
Races
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5K Run/Walk - In-PERSON
Incl. $3.00 Fee
Sat 24th October 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$23.00
CLOSED -
5K Run/Walk - VIRTUAL
Incl. $2.70 Fee & T-Shirt
$17.70
CLOSED -
5 Mile Run/Walk - VIRTUAL
Incl. $2.70 Fee & T-Shirt
$17.70
CLOSED
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