"Run de Boeuf" 5K
- Date Fri 18th September 2026
- Time 6:00PM EDT
- Location Waterville, Ohio
- Price $6.30 - $27.50
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the exciting "Run de Boeuf" 5K event in historic downtown Waterville, Ohio, on Friday, September 18, 2026! This vibrant race invites participants of all skill levels to run, walk, or jog a scenic 5K course that starts and finishes at Parker Square, meandering along the picturesque River Road. As the kickoff to the 53rd Waterville Roche de Boeuf Festival, this event promises a festive atmosphere filled with community spirit.
Participants will have the chance to earn awards in various categories, including overall and master (40+) male and female winners, as well as age group awards for competitors aged 12 and up. All preregistered 5K runners will receive a stylish event t-shirt and a specialty Roche De Boeuf finisher's award, while kids can join the fun with a 1K race for just $5! With refreshments, food trucks, and a post-race celebration, the "Run de Boeuf" 5K is the perfect way to enjoy a day of fitness and fun. Don’t miss out on this memorable event—register now and be part of the excitement!
Participants will have the chance to earn awards in various categories, including overall and master (40+) male and female winners, as well as age group awards for competitors aged 12 and up. All preregistered 5K runners will receive a stylish event t-shirt and a specialty Roche De Boeuf finisher's award, while kids can join the fun with a 1K race for just $5! With refreshments, food trucks, and a post-race celebration, the "Run de Boeuf" 5K is the perfect way to enjoy a day of fitness and fun. Don’t miss out on this memorable event—register now and be part of the excitement!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US IN DOWNTOWN WATERVILLE, OH TO RACE, RUN, OR WALK A 5K ON THE ROADS OF HISTORIC DOWNTOWN WATERVILLE AND OUT AND BACK ALONG RIVER RD. TO KICK OFF THE 53RD WATERVILLE ROCHE DE BOEUF FESTIVAL THE NEXT DAY.
ALL SKILL LEVELS WELCOME!
RACE DAY REGISTRATION & EVENT LOCATION: Parker Square; 1 S River Rd, Waterville, OH 43566
COURSE: Start and finish at Waterville Parker Square/Memorial Park by the Maumee River, 5 kilometers with an out and back. Course is accurately measured.
AWARDS:
5K Overall and Master (40+) male/female & 1K winner receive Gift Certificates!!!
Age group winner awards, Male & Female; 12 & under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
5K & 1K participants will receive a specialty Roche De Boeuf finisher's award!
SHIRTS, REFRESHMENTS, AND OTHER INFO:
All_ preregistered_ 5K participants will receive a t-shirt with registration. Extra t-shirts available for purchase on Runsignup.
Water stop on course at .75 mi & 2.5 mi. Light refreshments at finish. Food trucks available at post-race celebration.
Race-day packet pickup only. Specific details TBA.
ENTRY INFO:
5K Entry fee for _preregistered_ - in-store or online by Saturday, September 4th, 2026 -- $ 25.00 ($5 discount for under 18)
Online registration available at Runsignup.com until race start. Additional shirts available for purchase.
Late Entry Fee until race start; In-Store and Online - $ 20.00 SHIRT NOT INCLUDED ($15 add-on while supplies last)
Kids 1K; Out and back - $5 with finisher's award! Shirt NOT included
Entry fees payable & sent to Second Sole 4130 Levis Commons Blvd, Perrysburg, OH 43551
Information? Call Second Sole at 419-931-8484 or email tjmiller+rdb@secondsoleohio.com
Sorry, no refunds.
ALL SKILL LEVELS WELCOME!
RACE DAY REGISTRATION & EVENT LOCATION: Parker Square; 1 S River Rd, Waterville, OH 43566
COURSE: Start and finish at Waterville Parker Square/Memorial Park by the Maumee River, 5 kilometers with an out and back. Course is accurately measured.
AWARDS:
5K Overall and Master (40+) male/female & 1K winner receive Gift Certificates!!!
Age group winner awards, Male & Female; 12 & under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
5K & 1K participants will receive a specialty Roche De Boeuf finisher's award!
SHIRTS, REFRESHMENTS, AND OTHER INFO:
All_ preregistered_ 5K participants will receive a t-shirt with registration. Extra t-shirts available for purchase on Runsignup.
Water stop on course at .75 mi & 2.5 mi. Light refreshments at finish. Food trucks available at post-race celebration.
Race-day packet pickup only. Specific details TBA.
ENTRY INFO:
5K Entry fee for _preregistered_ - in-store or online by Saturday, September 4th, 2026 -- $ 25.00 ($5 discount for under 18)
Online registration available at Runsignup.com until race start. Additional shirts available for purchase.
Late Entry Fee until race start; In-Store and Online - $ 20.00 SHIRT NOT INCLUDED ($15 add-on while supplies last)
Kids 1K; Out and back - $5 with finisher's award! Shirt NOT included
Entry fees payable & sent to Second Sole 4130 Levis Commons Blvd, Perrysburg, OH 43551
Information? Call Second Sole at 419-931-8484 or email tjmiller+rdb@secondsoleohio.com
Sorry, no refunds.
Races
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Run De Boeuf 5K
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt - While Supplies Last
Fri 18th September 2026 (6:30PM EDT)
$27.50
OPENS 01 AUG -
RDB Kids 1K
Incl. $1.30 Fee & T-Shirt - Not Included - While Supplies Last
Fri 18th September 2026 (6:00PM EDT)
$6.30
OPENS 01 AUG -
T-Shirt Only
Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt - While Supplies Last
Fri 18th September 2026 (8:00PM EDT)
$16.90
OPENS 01 AUG
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