ORRRC Gift Exchange 5k
- Date Sat 12th December 2026
- Time 10:00AM EST
- Location Kettering, Ohio
- Price Free
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join the festive fun at the ORRRC Gift Exchange 5k on Saturday, December 12, 2026, in Kettering, Ohio! This unique and cheerful holiday-themed race kicks off at 10:00 a.m. at the Kettering Recreation Complex, located at 2900 Glengarry Drive. What sets this event apart is its delightful twist: instead of a traditional entry fee, all participants are invited to bring a wrapped gift valued around $10 to participate in the exciting gift exchange that takes place after the race.
Celebrate the spirit of giving while enjoying a scenic 5k run with fellow community members. Every participant will receive a gift as part of the exchange, and special prizes await the overall male and female winners! This family-friendly event ensures a joyful atmosphere, so please remember to keep gifts appropriate for all ages. Whether you're an avid runner or just looking for a fun way to embrace the holiday spirit, the Gift Exchange 5k promises to be a heartwarming experience for everyone involved!
Celebrate the spirit of giving while enjoying a scenic 5k run with fellow community members. Every participant will receive a gift as part of the exchange, and special prizes await the overall male and female winners! This family-friendly event ensures a joyful atmosphere, so please remember to keep gifts appropriate for all ages. Whether you're an avid runner or just looking for a fun way to embrace the holiday spirit, the Gift Exchange 5k promises to be a heartwarming experience for everyone involved!
Organiser's Description
This fun low-key event is not your everyday ORRRC race. The Gift Exchange 5k is a fun way to celebrate the holidays through running. Instead of an entry fee, all participants are to bring a wrapped gift (valued around $10). At the end of the race, we will have a giant gift exchange (hence the name of the race) among all participants.
RACE START: 10:00 a.m.
LOCATION: Kettering Recreation Complex, 2900 Glengarry Drive, Kettering, OH 45420.
PRE-REGISTRATION: through RunSignup. Come to the green table at registration to receive your chip on race day.
Minors may be pre-registered on RunSignup by a parent or guardian. Minors must have the liability waiver (Online through RunSignup or the registration sheet at the event) signed by a parent or guardian.
FEES: There are no traditional entry fees for this race. Instead of an entry fee, all participants are to bring a wrapped gift valued around $10 to be entered in the gift exchange.
AWARDS: All participants will receive a gift as part of the gift exchange. Overall male and overall female winners will receive a special gift in addition to the exchange gift. PLEASE NOTE: DO NOT BRING ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES OR ADULT GIFTS TO THIS RACE THIS IS A FAMILY-FRIENDLY EVENT AND CHILDREN MAY RECEIVE YOUR GIFT DURING THE EXCHANGE.
Not an ORRRC Member? Click here [https://www.orrrc.org] to find out how to become a member and learn the benefits of membership. You'll also get the option to join during registration.
Race Day Registration: available online until approximately 15 minutes before race start time; hard copy registration sheets also available if needed. We recommend you arrive at least one hour before the race to park, register, and warm-up prior to the race start.
RACE DIRECTOR: Catherine Hiles
VOLUNTEERS: Meet some new friends and have a great time while making a valuable contribution to the local running community by volunteering at this event. If you would like to help, please sign up on the volunteer tab, and well be sure to find a job for you! VOLUNTEERS MAY PARTICIPATE IN THE GIFT EXCHANGE IF THEY BRING A GIFT.
RACE START: 10:00 a.m.
LOCATION: Kettering Recreation Complex, 2900 Glengarry Drive, Kettering, OH 45420.
PRE-REGISTRATION: through RunSignup. Come to the green table at registration to receive your chip on race day.
Minors may be pre-registered on RunSignup by a parent or guardian. Minors must have the liability waiver (Online through RunSignup or the registration sheet at the event) signed by a parent or guardian.
FEES: There are no traditional entry fees for this race. Instead of an entry fee, all participants are to bring a wrapped gift valued around $10 to be entered in the gift exchange.
AWARDS: All participants will receive a gift as part of the gift exchange. Overall male and overall female winners will receive a special gift in addition to the exchange gift. PLEASE NOTE: DO NOT BRING ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES OR ADULT GIFTS TO THIS RACE THIS IS A FAMILY-FRIENDLY EVENT AND CHILDREN MAY RECEIVE YOUR GIFT DURING THE EXCHANGE.
Not an ORRRC Member? Click here [https://www.orrrc.org] to find out how to become a member and learn the benefits of membership. You'll also get the option to join during registration.
Race Day Registration: available online until approximately 15 minutes before race start time; hard copy registration sheets also available if needed. We recommend you arrive at least one hour before the race to park, register, and warm-up prior to the race start.
RACE DIRECTOR: Catherine Hiles
VOLUNTEERS: Meet some new friends and have a great time while making a valuable contribution to the local running community by volunteering at this event. If you would like to help, please sign up on the volunteer tab, and well be sure to find a job for you! VOLUNTEERS MAY PARTICIPATE IN THE GIFT EXCHANGE IF THEY BRING A GIFT.
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ORRRC Gift Exchange 5k - Free for ORRRC Members
Sat 12th December 2026 (10:00AM EST)
Free
OPENS 10 OCTThis fun low-key event is not your everyday ORRRC race. The Gift Exchange 5k is a fun way to celebrate the holidays through running. Instead of an entry fee, all participants are to bring a wrapped gift (valued around $10). At the end of the race, we will have a giant gift exchange (hence the name of the race) among all participants.
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