Running of the Ox 5K & 1 Mile
- Date Mon 1st September 2025
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location West Jefferson, Ohio
- Price $27.50
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating Running of the Ox 5K & 1 Mile on Monday, September 1st, 2025, in the vibrant community of West Jefferson, Madison! As part of the beloved annual Ox Roast celebration, this exciting event promises a day filled with fun and fitness. Starting and finishing at the West Jefferson High School, participants will enjoy a flat and fast course that takes them past the scenic Garrette Park, where the festive Ox Roast is held.
Registration opens on May 1st, so mark your calendars! Every participant will receive a special t-shirt, and the proceeds from the race will support the West Jefferson Youth Athletic Association (WJYAA), fostering sportsmanship, skill development, and camaraderie among local youth. With reduced entry fees for children ages 8 and under at just $8 and students aged 9-17 for $20, this is a fantastic opportunity for families to get active together. Don’t miss out on this wonderful chance to support the community while enjoying a day of running and celebration!
Registration opens on May 1st, so mark your calendars! Every participant will receive a special t-shirt, and the proceeds from the race will support the West Jefferson Youth Athletic Association (WJYAA), fostering sportsmanship, skill development, and camaraderie among local youth. With reduced entry fees for children ages 8 and under at just $8 and students aged 9-17 for $20, this is a fantastic opportunity for families to get active together. Don’t miss out on this wonderful chance to support the community while enjoying a day of running and celebration!
Organiser's Description
REGISTRATION OPENS ON MAY 1ST!
As part of the West Jefferson annual Ox Roast, we are bringing back the community 5K Run. The run will start and finish at the West Jefferson High School. The course is flat and fast, using paved roads and participants will run by Garrette Park where the Ox Roast is held. T-shirts will be provided for each registrant.
Proceeds of the race will support the community and the work of the West Jefferson Youth Athletic Association (WJYAA).The mission of the WJYAA is to teach boys and girls in a fun and competitive atmosphere that encourages skill development, sportsmanship, camaraderie and learning how to win and lose with the team. The goals include developing a passion for sports and to ...compete, learn something about themselves and grow as athletes and people. Learn the skills of each sport and fundamentals. Have fun!
Thank you for your support of the WJYAA!
REDUCED ENTRY FEES FOR CHILDREN AGES 8 AND UNDER ($8.00) AND STUDENTS 9-17 ($20.00)
As part of the West Jefferson annual Ox Roast, we are bringing back the community 5K Run. The run will start and finish at the West Jefferson High School. The course is flat and fast, using paved roads and participants will run by Garrette Park where the Ox Roast is held. T-shirts will be provided for each registrant.
Proceeds of the race will support the community and the work of the West Jefferson Youth Athletic Association (WJYAA).The mission of the WJYAA is to teach boys and girls in a fun and competitive atmosphere that encourages skill development, sportsmanship, camaraderie and learning how to win and lose with the team. The goals include developing a passion for sports and to ...compete, learn something about themselves and grow as athletes and people. Learn the skills of each sport and fundamentals. Have fun!
Thank you for your support of the WJYAA!
REDUCED ENTRY FEES FOR CHILDREN AGES 8 AND UNDER ($8.00) AND STUDENTS 9-17 ($20.00)
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Mon 1st September 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$27.50
OPENS SOON -
2 Mile Run/Walk
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Mon 1st September 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$27.50
OPENS SOON -
1 Mile Run/Walk
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Mon 1st September 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$27.50
OPENS SOON
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