Karis' Cause 5K

🏃‍♂️ Race Overview

Join us Saturday, August 16th at OSU-Newark/COTC Rotary Park at 9:00am for the Karis' Cause 5K race and Fun Run. Race day registration and Packet pickup will begin at 7:30am. You can also sign up virtually. Runners and walkers of all skill level welcome! All proceeds raised at this event will support courageous children and their families in their battle against childhood cancer. Help Take the Sting OUT of Childhood Cancer!

📅 When/Where

• Date: Saturday August 16th
• Time: 9:00am
• Location: Rotary Park (OSU-Newark/COTC Campus)
• Address: 925 Sharon Valley Rd., Newark, OH. 43055

📦 Packet Pick-up & Race Day Registration

Race day registration and pick up will begin at 7:30am on race day at the Rotary Park OSU-Newark/COTC Shelter House.

🏞️ Race Course

Participants will start at the Rotary Park and enjoy a paved course alongside the beautiful campus of OSU-Newark/COTC, continuing over SR 16 and in close proximity to Raccoon Creek.

• Finishers’ Medals: awarded to all 5K participants.
• Trophies: given to the Top 3 males and Top 3 Female Overall.
• Medals: awarded to the top 3 Male and the top 3 Females in age groups.
• Age Groups: 14-under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+

📊 Race Results

Automatic text and email results will be sent immediately following a participant's finish for those that opt-in. Instant results will also be available on site at the Results Kiosks and at the race website.

🎽 Race Packets and Finish Line Perks

Your race packet will include a custom t-shirt with official race logo, custom race bib, and other sponsor items to be determined. Water and refreshments will be available at the finish. All participants registered by August 1st are guaranteed a t-shirt. Extra t-shirts will be on a first come first served basis on race day.

💵 Entry Fees (non-refundable)

• 5K Race: $30 / Youth Pricing 14 & Under - $10
• 5K Fun Run/Walk: $30 / Youth Pricing 14 & Under - $10
• 5K Virtual: $35 / Youth Pricing 14 & Under - $10 - Shipping Included

📞 Race Contact

For any questions, please contact:

• Timing Company: Muskingum Multisports @ 740-819-9300
• Race Information: Marci Harbage (740) 258-2130 or Courtney Lichtenauer (740) 334-2814

For more information about the race, visit Karis' Cause 5K.