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

Get ready to celebrate the holiday season in a unique and fun way at the ORRRC Gift Exchange 5K! Scheduled for Saturday, December 12, 2026, this exciting event will take place at the Kettering Recreation Complex in Kettering, Ohio. The race kicks off at 10:00 a.m., inviting participants of all ages to join in the festive spirit.

What makes this race truly special is that instead of a traditional entry fee, participants are encouraged to bring a wrapped gift valued at around $10, which will be part of a giant gift exchange following the race. Everyone will receive a gift, with special prizes for the overall male and female winners. This family-friendly event is all about community, fun, and the joy of giving. Don’t miss out on a memorable day filled with laughter, camaraderie, and holiday cheer. Register online through RunSignup or in person on race day—just be sure to arrive early for check-in and warm-up. Join us for a delightful morning of running and gift-giving that embodies the true spirit of the season!

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.

REGISTRATION: Registration is available to all through RunSignup prior to the race. Online registration remains open until approximately 15 minutes before race start and can be done in-person at the race. Hard copy registration sheets are also available on race day if needed. Minors may be registered on RunSignup by a parent or guardian or in-person with a parent or guardian present to sign the waiver.

CHECK-IN: All participants must check-in before the race and attach their assigned timing chip to one of their shoes. Look for the table with the green tablecloth to get your chip.

We recommend you arrive at least one hour before the race to park, check in, and warm-up prior to the race start.

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.

ANIMAL POLICY: Due to our insurance coverage, animals are not permitted at any ORRRC event. The only exception is service dogs, which must be clearly identified. Persons with any other animals will be removed from the event (will not be issued a timing chip, and will not appear in results or photos). We thank you in advance for your cooperation!

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.

Races

  • ORRRC Gift Exchange 5k - Free for ORRRC Members

    Sat 12th December 2026 (10:00AM EST)

    Free

    OPENS 10 OCT
    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.

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2900 Glengarry Dr., Kettering, 45420, OH, United States

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