CAK5K on the Runway
Sun, Oct 4, 2026, 4:00 AM EDT
- Type
- Run
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
Race feel
Run on an actual runway and through an Air Guard facility, featuring a unique 'Afterburner Zone' sprint and a lively post-race celebration.
- Fun
- Competitive
- Quirky
Fun
Competitive
QuirkyGreat for
- Masters (40+)
- Military & First Responders
Masters (40+)
Military & First RespondersExperience a truly unique 5K at the CAK5K on the Runway, where you'll run directly on an active runway and through the Ohio Air Guard Facility. The event begins and ends at the MAPS Air Museum, offering a distinctive backdrop. Challenge yourself with the 'Afterburner Zone,' a 100-meter sprint embedded within the 5K course. Runners can look forward to exceptional finisher medals, comprehensive awards across many age groups, and a lively post-race party with food and beverages.
What to expect
- Run on an active runway and through the Ohio Air Guard Facility.
- Enjoy a unique 100-meter 'Afterburner Zone' sprint within the 5K.
- Celebrate your finish with a great medal, awards, and a post-race party.
Standout details
- Run on an actual runway
- Through Ohio Air Guard Facility
- Afterburner Zone 100m sprint
- Start/finish at MAPS Air Museum
Perks & features
- After-Party
- Medal
After-Party
MedalFrom the public listing; confirm on the official site.
Distances & registration
2 optionsUse the official signup link above for all distances.
5K
2 options · closes Oct 3, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
5mo 4d 10h 47m leftAdult Run/Walk
Closes Oct 3, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT · From $38.10
Youth Run/Walk
Closes Oct 3, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT · From $27.50
Summaries use public event text. Confirm schedule, fees, and rules on the official page before you sign up.
From the organizer
WELCOME TO 2026
Race Features
One of a Kind Experience running on an actual runway, through the Ohio Air Guard Facility, and a great Start / Finish at the MAPS Air Museum
One of the BEST finisher medals around
The Afterburner Zone - a 100 meter race inside of the 5K, located just after Mile 2.2
Great SWAG / Food / Beverages / NEW Post-Race Party
5K Awards - Top 5 Men/Women Overall / Top 1 M/F Master (40-49), Grand Master (50-59), Senior (60+) / Top 3 M/F Age Groups 1-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+
Afterburner Zone Awards - Top 3 in Age Groups 1-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+
Military Discounts Available - Please contact Jim Chaney - jchaney@runtoyouracing.com for details
Green Great 8 Race Series - The CAK5K on the Runway is one of the featured events in the Green Great 8 Race Series. Learn more about this fantastic series here .