Zuma 5k Run/Walk
Sat, Jun 20, 2026, 9:00 AM EDT
- Location
- Celina, OH
- 8022 County Rd 219A, 45822
- Featured distance
- 5K
- Type
- RUN
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At a glance
Run through scenic Montezuma countryside and kick off the Mercer Health 5k Challenge, with awards for top finishers and free entry for ages 14 and under.
- Scenic
- Competitive
Scenic
CompetitiveThe 34th Annual Zuma 5k Run/Walk invites you to experience a charming race through the scenic countryside of Montezuma, Ohio. This event kicks off the Mercer Health 5k Challenge, a series of seven races offering a discounted bundle option for participants. Runners can look forward to competitive age group awards and a course that finishes inside the beautiful Zuma Park. It's a wonderful opportunity to enjoy a community race and begin your summer running series.
What to expect
- Enjoy a course winding through the scenic countryside.
- Compete for awards across various age divisions.
- Kick off your Mercer Health 5k Challenge journey.
Standout details
- Scenic countryside course
- Awards for top three in each division
- Part of Mercer Health 5k Challenge
- Free entry for ages 14 & Under
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Vibe Check
Easygoing
Easygoingwarm-day exposure
- Warm season
Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.
The course
- Flat
- Timed race
From the organizer
34th Annual Zuma 5k Run/Walk
Saturday, June 20th, 2026 Montezuma, Ohio
TIME
7:30 am Race Day Registration
9:00 am Race Begins
LOCATION Franklin Township Fire House - 6805 OH-219, Celina Our course runs through the scenic countryside of Montezuma. Splits at the 1st and 2nd mile.
Registration is at the Shelter House at Zuma Park. The race will begin at the Franklin Township Fire House and will finish inside our beautiful park.
ENTRY FEES
Pre-Registration without a shirt is $15.00 if registered by June 19th, 2026
Pre-Registration with a shirt is $30.00 if registered by June 1st, 2026
Race-Day Registration is $20.00 without a shirt.
14 & Under are FREE for 2026!
Awards
Awards to the top three in each division: Male & Female 10 & Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+
INFORMATION For more information contact Stacy Braun at (419) 733-8218 or stacy_braun@hotmail.com
Be a Part of the Mercer Health 5k Challenge
The Challenge will be made up of 7 events. Online registrations will be available for all races, with the opportunity to save money by preregistering for all 7 events The Challenge season will begin with the Zuma 5k on June 20th and end at the Buzzard's Glory 5K on August 1st Challenge shirts and awards will be available at the Buzzards Glory 5k on August 1st Use the "Bundle" Option at registration to sign up for all 7 races at a discounted price! 2026Mercer Health 5K Challenge Schedule
Zuma – June 20th Country Fest - June 27th Redskin Classic – July 5th Shane’s Crossing – July 11th St. Clair – July 18th Lake Festival – July 25th Buzzard’s Glory 5k– August 1st
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