Hilltop U.S.A. 5K
- Date Sat 5th July 2025
- Time 8:33AM EDT
- Location Columbus, Ohio
- Price $38.90
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Hilltop U.S.A. 5K on Saturday, July 5, 2025, in the vibrant community of Columbus, Franklin! This exhilarating race is not just the longest-running event on the Hilltop; it's also a chance to support a noble cause. Every registration fee contributes to the American Legion Don Gentile Post 532 Honor Guard, helping to honor our heroes. With a $35 entry, participants receive a comfy race shirt and a collector's medal celebrating the U.S. Navy, while also empowering the Columbus Westside Running Club, a fantastic free running community.
Whether you're a seasoned runner or a first-time participant, the Hilltop U.S.A. 5K welcomes everyone! Don't miss the opportunity to challenge yourself further in the Heavy "Ruck Run" division, where male participants carry a 35lb+ rucksack and female participants carry 20lb+, testing your strength and endurance. Special awards await the top finishers, making this event not just a race, but a celebration of community spirit. Join us in making a difference on this exciting day; your participation matters! Remember, there is no race day registration, so mark your calendars and prepare for a memorable
Whether you're a seasoned runner or a first-time participant, the Hilltop U.S.A. 5K welcomes everyone! Don't miss the opportunity to challenge yourself further in the Heavy "Ruck Run" division, where male participants carry a 35lb+ rucksack and female participants carry 20lb+, testing your strength and endurance. Special awards await the top finishers, making this event not just a race, but a celebration of community spirit. Join us in making a difference on this exciting day; your participation matters! Remember, there is no race day registration, so mark your calendars and prepare for a memorable
Organiser's Description
> WELCOME TO THE HILLTOP U.S.A. 5K!
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> SAVE THE DATE: SATURDAY, JULY 5, 2025
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> JOIN US FOR THE LONGEST-RUNNING RACE ON THE HILLTOP AND SUPPORT AN INCREDIBLE CAUSE.
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> GIVING BACK WITH EVERY STEP
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> SUPPORTING HEROES: EVERY DONATION BENEFITS THE AMERICAN LEGION DON GENTILE POST 532 HONOR GUARD. TOGETHER, WE'VE RAISED $22,312.55 AND COUNTING!
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> FUELING COMMUNITY SPIRIT: YOUR ENTRY FEES EMPOWER THE COLUMBUS WESTSIDE RUNNING CLUB (CWRC), A VIBRANT, FREE RUNNING COMMUNITY. LEARN MORE ABOUT THEIR INSPIRING WORK AT WWW.CWRUNCLUB.COM [http://www.cwrunclub.com].
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> RACE PERKS
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> FOR A $35 REGISTRATION FEE, SNAG A SUPER COMFY RACE SHIRT AND A COLLECTOR'S MEDAL CELEBRATING THE UNITED STATES NAVY.
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> SHINE IN YOUR AGE GROUP OR CONQUER THE RUCK RACE FOR TOP HONORS AND THE CHANCE TO WIN AWARDS.
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> WHO CAN JOIN?
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> WHETHER YOU'RE RUNNING, WALKING, RUCKING, OR CHEERING, YOUR PRESENCE AMPLIFIES OUR CAUSE.
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> OPEN TO ALL: SEASONED ATHLETES AND FIRST-TIMERS ALIKE.
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> FOR THE SAFETY AND ENJOYMENT FOR OUR PARTICIPANTS, WE KINDLY ASK THAT YOU LEAVE YOUR DOG AT HOME.
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> LOOKING FOR AN EXTRA CHALLENGE?
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> PUSH YOUR LIMITS IN THE HEAVY "RUCK RUN" DIVISION AT THIS YEAR'S HILLTOP U.S.A. 5KA TRUE TEST OF STRENGTH AND ENDURANCE. MALE PARTICIPANTS MUST CARRY A 35LB+ RUCKSACK, WHILE FEMALE PARTICIPANTS WILL CARRY 20LB+ RUCKSACKS, FOLLOWING UPDATED GO RUCK GUIDELINES FOR A MORE INCLUSIVE COMPETITION.
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> SPECIAL AWARDS AWAIT THE TOP MALE AND FEMALE FINISHERS!
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> BEFORE RACE DAY, BE SURE TO REVIEW THE ESSENTIAL RULES AND EQUIPMENT GUIDELINES TO ENSURE YOU'RE FULLY PREPARED FOR THIS UNIQUE CHALLENGE.
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> LEARN MORE AND REVIEW THE RULES HERE: HTTPS://RUNSIGNUP.COM/RACE/HILLTOPUSA5K/PAGE/HEAVY [https://runsignup.com/Race/HilltopUSA5K/Page/Heavy]
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> LETS RALLY TOGETHER!
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> WE'RE EAGER TO GREET YOU AT THE HILLTOP U.S.A. 5K ON SATURDAY, JULY 5TH. YOUR PARTICIPATION ENRICHES OUR COMMUNITY AND HONORS OUR HEROES.
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> WRITING HAND REGISTER NOW:
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> BE A PART OF SOMETHING BIGGER, AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE WITH US!
>
> THERE IS NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION.
>
>
>
> SAVE THE DATE: SATURDAY, JULY 5, 2025
>
> JOIN US FOR THE LONGEST-RUNNING RACE ON THE HILLTOP AND SUPPORT AN INCREDIBLE CAUSE.
>
> GIVING BACK WITH EVERY STEP
>
> SUPPORTING HEROES: EVERY DONATION BENEFITS THE AMERICAN LEGION DON GENTILE POST 532 HONOR GUARD. TOGETHER, WE'VE RAISED $22,312.55 AND COUNTING!
>
> FUELING COMMUNITY SPIRIT: YOUR ENTRY FEES EMPOWER THE COLUMBUS WESTSIDE RUNNING CLUB (CWRC), A VIBRANT, FREE RUNNING COMMUNITY. LEARN MORE ABOUT THEIR INSPIRING WORK AT WWW.CWRUNCLUB.COM [http://www.cwrunclub.com].
>
> RACE PERKS
>
> FOR A $35 REGISTRATION FEE, SNAG A SUPER COMFY RACE SHIRT AND A COLLECTOR'S MEDAL CELEBRATING THE UNITED STATES NAVY.
>
> SHINE IN YOUR AGE GROUP OR CONQUER THE RUCK RACE FOR TOP HONORS AND THE CHANCE TO WIN AWARDS.
>
> WHO CAN JOIN?
>
> WHETHER YOU'RE RUNNING, WALKING, RUCKING, OR CHEERING, YOUR PRESENCE AMPLIFIES OUR CAUSE.
>
> OPEN TO ALL: SEASONED ATHLETES AND FIRST-TIMERS ALIKE.
>
> FOR THE SAFETY AND ENJOYMENT FOR OUR PARTICIPANTS, WE KINDLY ASK THAT YOU LEAVE YOUR DOG AT HOME.
>
> LOOKING FOR AN EXTRA CHALLENGE?
>
> PUSH YOUR LIMITS IN THE HEAVY "RUCK RUN" DIVISION AT THIS YEAR'S HILLTOP U.S.A. 5KA TRUE TEST OF STRENGTH AND ENDURANCE. MALE PARTICIPANTS MUST CARRY A 35LB+ RUCKSACK, WHILE FEMALE PARTICIPANTS WILL CARRY 20LB+ RUCKSACKS, FOLLOWING UPDATED GO RUCK GUIDELINES FOR A MORE INCLUSIVE COMPETITION.
>
> SPECIAL AWARDS AWAIT THE TOP MALE AND FEMALE FINISHERS!
>
> BEFORE RACE DAY, BE SURE TO REVIEW THE ESSENTIAL RULES AND EQUIPMENT GUIDELINES TO ENSURE YOU'RE FULLY PREPARED FOR THIS UNIQUE CHALLENGE.
>
> LEARN MORE AND REVIEW THE RULES HERE: HTTPS://RUNSIGNUP.COM/RACE/HILLTOPUSA5K/PAGE/HEAVY [https://runsignup.com/Race/HilltopUSA5K/Page/Heavy]
>
>
>
> LETS RALLY TOGETHER!
>
> WE'RE EAGER TO GREET YOU AT THE HILLTOP U.S.A. 5K ON SATURDAY, JULY 5TH. YOUR PARTICIPATION ENRICHES OUR COMMUNITY AND HONORS OUR HEROES.
>
> WRITING HAND REGISTER NOW:
>
> BE A PART OF SOMETHING BIGGER, AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE WITH US!
>
> THERE IS NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION.
Races
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In-Person Standard 5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.90 Fee & Race T-Shirt
Sat 5th July 2025 (8:33AM EDT)
$38.90
This is our most popular option. Participants will complete the 5k/3.1-mile course by running or walking and are eligible for the age group awards. The 5K race is a popular distance for both serious runners and casual participants, and it is a great way to get active, have fun and support our local veterans and their families. -
In-Person 5K, Heavy 'Ruck Run' (Male: 35lb+ / Female: 20lb+ Rucksack/Backpack)
Incl. $3.90 Fee & Race T-Shirt
Sat 5th July 2025 (8:33AM EDT)
$38.90
What is a Ruck Race? A Ruck Race is a 5K challenge where participants complete the course while carrying a weighted backpack (rucksack). The added weight increases the physical demands, making it a true test of strength and endurance. person lifting weights Weight Requirements: male sign Male participants must carry a rucksack weighing at least 35 lbs. female sign Female participants must carry a rucksack weighing at least 20 lbs. (Updated to align with Go Ruck guidelines.) light bulb Important: Participants must bring their own rucksacks, which will be weighed and checked before the race. The rucksack must be carried for the entire courseno exceptions. Take on the challenge, push your limits, and support a great cause! -
Virtual 5K, Standard Run/Walk/Ruck
Incl. $3.90 Fee & Race T-Shirt
$38.90
What is a Virtual Race? A virtual race is a way for participants to take part in an event while being able to choose their location. It allows everyone the opportunity to stay motivated and maintain their training momentum, while also supporting a great cause. For our Hilltop U.S.A. 5K virtual race, you will have the flexibility to complete the race over the entire 4th of July weekend, and you will even have the option to submit your results if you choose. You can complete the race on locations like a treadmill, road, nature trail, park, or sidewalks. We want to express our sincere gratitude for your support of our race and the veterans in our community.
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