The Race before The Game
- Date Sat 28th November 2026
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Sandusky, Ohio
- Price $27.50
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your sneakers and join the excitement at the 10th annual Race before The Game on Saturday, November 28, 2026, in downtown Sandusky, Erie! This vibrant event is the perfect way to kick off the highly anticipated Ohio State vs. Michigan game day. Participants can choose from a unique 5-mile "Dot the i" course for Ohio State fans or a 4-mile "Block the M" course for Michigan fans, both winding through Sandusky's charming streets. For those looking for a fun twist, consider the OH-IO Two-person relay, where you and a partner can tackle approximately 2.5 miles each, or take part in the Big O, a leisurely one-mile walk.
The festivities begin at 8 a.m., with participants encouraged to register by November 12, 2026, to secure their long-sleeved shirts. The race starts at Cameo Pizza, where the spirited atmosphere will lift your spirits as you join fellow fans in this unforgettable celebration of camaraderie and competition. Whether you're a die-hard Buckeye or a loyal Wolverine, this event promises to be a memorable kickoff to game day. Don't miss out on this exhilarating opportunity to showcase your team spirit
The festivities begin at 8 a.m., with participants encouraged to register by November 12, 2026, to secure their long-sleeved shirts. The race starts at Cameo Pizza, where the spirited atmosphere will lift your spirits as you join fellow fans in this unforgettable celebration of camaraderie and competition. Whether you're a die-hard Buckeye or a loyal Wolverine, this event promises to be a memorable kickoff to game day. Don't miss out on this exhilarating opportunity to showcase your team spirit
Organiser's Description
Go Bucks and Go Blue during this 10th annual event in downtown Sandusky. There isnt a better way to start the morning of the Ohio State/Michigan game day than Dotting the i or Blocking the M. And you can do both in this one-of-a-kind event. There is no other city with a unique street grid like Sandusky's to complete this kind of course.
The Dot the i course is approximately 5 miles and the Block the M course is approximately 4 miles. _
(Note: The "Dot the i" finish line will close at 10:30 a.m. Any participants unable to finish the course within that time are recommended to complete the Big O course instead)___
The OH-IO Two-person relay. Split the Script Ohio course with one other person and each of you complete about 2.5 miles of the course.
The Big O, a one-mile walk option to complete just the O in Ohio.
Registered Participants (By November 12, 2026) receive long-sleeved shirts and are to use sidewalks and obey all traffic laws during the event.
PLACE: Monroe Street at Cameo Pizza and Central Park
COURSE: Ohio State fans will start at Cameo Pizza and run/walk the sidewalks of Sandusky completing Script Ohio (approx. 5 miles) and Dot the i at the finish. Michigan fans will start and finish at Cameo Pizza and run/walk the sidewalks of Sandusky completing the Block M (approx. 4 miles).
DATE: Saturday, November 28, 2026 (Date subject to change if The Game is scheduled for a different weekend than tradition)
TIME: Race Day starting at 8 a.m., Pre-Race Day Packet Pick-Up: TBD
ENTRY FEE: EARLY SIGN-UP SPECIAL THROUGH 2/28- $25.00!
$35.00 pre-registration (received no later than November 12, 2026) Race-day registration limited to availability of shirts.
The Dot the i course is approximately 5 miles and the Block the M course is approximately 4 miles. _
(Note: The "Dot the i" finish line will close at 10:30 a.m. Any participants unable to finish the course within that time are recommended to complete the Big O course instead)___
The OH-IO Two-person relay. Split the Script Ohio course with one other person and each of you complete about 2.5 miles of the course.
The Big O, a one-mile walk option to complete just the O in Ohio.
Registered Participants (By November 12, 2026) receive long-sleeved shirts and are to use sidewalks and obey all traffic laws during the event.
PLACE: Monroe Street at Cameo Pizza and Central Park
COURSE: Ohio State fans will start at Cameo Pizza and run/walk the sidewalks of Sandusky completing Script Ohio (approx. 5 miles) and Dot the i at the finish. Michigan fans will start and finish at Cameo Pizza and run/walk the sidewalks of Sandusky completing the Block M (approx. 4 miles).
DATE: Saturday, November 28, 2026 (Date subject to change if The Game is scheduled for a different weekend than tradition)
TIME: Race Day starting at 8 a.m., Pre-Race Day Packet Pick-Up: TBD
ENTRY FEE: EARLY SIGN-UP SPECIAL THROUGH 2/28- $25.00!
$35.00 pre-registration (received no later than November 12, 2026) Race-day registration limited to availability of shirts.
Races
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Dot the I
Incl. $2.50 Fee & the Race Before the Game Dryfit Long-Sleeve
Sat 28th November 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$27.50
For Buckeye Fans. Participants will be given "Dot-to-Dot the i" instructions and signs will point participants through the course. Please note: Finish Line will close at 10:30 a.m. If you are unable to walk/run 5+ miles in 90 minutes, please sign up for Big O mile option. -
The Big O 1-Mile Walk/Run
Incl. $2.50 Fee & the Race Before the Game Dryfit Long-Sleeve
Sat 28th November 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$27.50
Finish after completing the Big O in Ohio. (Approx. 1 mile) -
The OH-IO Two-Person Relay
Incl. $2.50 Fee & the Race Before the Game Dryfit Long-Sleeve
Sat 28th November 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$27.50
BACK FOR 2025! Two-person relay (2.5 miles each) to complete the Dot the i course. -
Block the M
Incl. $2.50 Fee & the Race Before the Game Dryfit Long-Sleeve
Sat 28th November 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$27.50
For Wolverine Fans. Approx. 4 miles
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