Festival of the Bells 5k
- Date Sat 4th July 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Hillsboro, Ohio
- Price $7.05 - $28.25
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the exciting Festival of the Bells 5k, taking place on Saturday, July 4, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. in the charming city of Hillsboro, Highland. This vibrant event celebrates America's 250th anniversary with a scenic race route that winds through historic uptown Hillsboro, where participants can admire the beautiful, oldest continuously operating courthouse in Ohio and the renowned C.S. bells on display. The race features a chip-timed 5k, ensuring accurate results for all participants, with awards for top finishers across various age categories following the race.
In addition to the 5k, there will be a fun-filled kids run for children aged 11 and under at 9:30 a.m., allowing young runners to join in the festivities. With a registration fee of $25, participants will receive a timing chip and a commemorative shirt, while kids can join the fun for just $5. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to celebrate community, history, and fitness in Hillsboro! Be sure to pre-register by June 22, 2026, to secure your shirt and get ready for an unforgettable day filled with excitement and camar
In addition to the 5k, there will be a fun-filled kids run for children aged 11 and under at 9:30 a.m., allowing young runners to join in the festivities. With a registration fee of $25, participants will receive a timing chip and a commemorative shirt, while kids can join the fun for just $5. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to celebrate community, history, and fitness in Hillsboro! Be sure to pre-register by June 22, 2026, to secure your shirt and get ready for an unforgettable day filled with excitement and camar
Organiser's Description
Festival of the Bells 5k
Date: Saturday, July 4, 2026 at 8:00 a.m.
Celebrate Americas 250 with the Festival of the Bells Bells through the Ages 5k. This years race route begins in historic uptown Hillsboro- home of the beautiful oldest continuously operating courthouse in Ohio.
Participants and on-lookers are encouraged to view the C.S. bells that are on display around the uptown area. The C.S. Bell Company produced cast iron bells at the bell foundry in Hillsboro beginning in 1858.
This chip timed event will have awards for top finishers in age categories directly following the race. The route will be on paved surfaces throughout the City of Hillsboro. Pre-register by Monday, June 22, 2026 to order a shirt. Entries after this date will not receive a shirt.
A short course kids run appropriate for children 11 and under will be held at 9:30 a.m.
Packet pick-up and same day registration: 7:15-7:45 a.m. No late entries will be permitted due to safety reasons as this is a road race.
Cost: $25 (includes timing chip and shirt)
Shirt options:
Tank (ladies racerback) xs-3xl
Tank (unisex) xs-3xl
T-shirt xs-3xl
Kids Fun Run Details:
Share in the excitement of race day fun following the Festival of the Bells 5k.
Fun event for kids ages 11 & under
Location: Same as 5k
Cost: $5
Details: Check-in the day of the event at the registration table near the start / finish line. The short course length will be modified for varying skill levels and age groups.
Follow the official Festival of the Bells website and Facebook page for more details.
Link//www.thefestivalofthebells.com/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/festivalofthebells?mibextid=LQQJ4d
Date: Saturday, July 4, 2026 at 8:00 a.m.
Celebrate Americas 250 with the Festival of the Bells Bells through the Ages 5k. This years race route begins in historic uptown Hillsboro- home of the beautiful oldest continuously operating courthouse in Ohio.
Participants and on-lookers are encouraged to view the C.S. bells that are on display around the uptown area. The C.S. Bell Company produced cast iron bells at the bell foundry in Hillsboro beginning in 1858.
This chip timed event will have awards for top finishers in age categories directly following the race. The route will be on paved surfaces throughout the City of Hillsboro. Pre-register by Monday, June 22, 2026 to order a shirt. Entries after this date will not receive a shirt.
A short course kids run appropriate for children 11 and under will be held at 9:30 a.m.
Packet pick-up and same day registration: 7:15-7:45 a.m. No late entries will be permitted due to safety reasons as this is a road race.
Cost: $25 (includes timing chip and shirt)
Shirt options:
Tank (ladies racerback) xs-3xl
Tank (unisex) xs-3xl
T-shirt xs-3xl
Kids Fun Run Details:
Share in the excitement of race day fun following the Festival of the Bells 5k.
Fun event for kids ages 11 & under
Location: Same as 5k
Cost: $5
Details: Check-in the day of the event at the registration table near the start / finish line. The short course length will be modified for varying skill levels and age groups.
Follow the official Festival of the Bells website and Facebook page for more details.
Link//www.thefestivalofthebells.com/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/festivalofthebells?mibextid=LQQJ4d
Races
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5k
Incl. $3.25 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th July 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$28.25
OPENS 01 MAY -
Kids Fun Run (Ages 11 & Under)
Incl. $2.05 Fee
Sat 4th July 2026 (9:30AM EDT)
$7.05
OPENS 01 MAY
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