We are pleased to announce the addition of a 5K (3.1 miles) division to accompany our 10K distance that has been the standard since our inception in 2005. We have added this shorter option based on the numerous requests we have received over the years, thus providing an opportunity for greater family participation as well as for those who feel the shorter distance would be more accommodating. As always, participants will be able to walk for health and/or competition at either distance.
Unfortunately the half marathon division is discontinued. The costs to conduct a half marathon have become cost prohibitive as expenses associated with keeping the course open for the number of walkers participating is not justified, especially since the event is conducted by Healthy New Albany, a nonprofit organization. As is the case for many nonprofit organizations, Healthy New Albany must be diligent with its financial resources.
We are thankful to our event sponsors, especially our Presenting Sponsor, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center that funds the race expenses so that 100 percent of income raised through participant registrations and donations are allocated to Healthy New Albany to continue to provide valuable health services such as programming for older adults, community cooking classes and mental health initiatives.
We ask for your understanding as the decision to cancel the half marathon was extremely difficult. We do hope you will support us by participating in either the 5K or 10K distance.
Virtual participation in either the 5k or 10k distance is also an option.
Additional race information can be found at https://www.newalbanywalkingclassic.com/.
Packet pick-up will be held at the Philip Heit Center for Healthy New Albany, 150 W. Main. St., New Albany OH 43054
Packet pick-up dates and times are Friday, September 8, 2023, between 1:00 pm – 7:00 pm, and Saturday, September 9, 2023, between 9:00 am – 3:00 pm. A valid driver's license (copies are accepted) must be presented to receive your packet. If picking up for others, you must show a valid driver’s license (or a copy) for each person. NO EXCEPTIONS.
There will be no packet pick-up on race day and packets will not be available after The Walk.
Virtual participants will have their race packets mailed between August 24, 2023, and September 2, 2023.
You can do this through August 11, 2023, by following the instructions here: https://help.runsignup.com/support/solutions/articles/17000062913-update-t-shirt-giveaway
The Walking Classic has a NO REFUND and no Bib transfer policy.
You can do this through August 21, 2023, by following the instructions here: https://help.runsignup.com/support/solutions/articles/17000062922-transfer-to-another-event
When the volunteer link is ready, we will post it here!
Awards will be provided to the top three overall finishers by gender in each in-person event and will be sent post-event after verification by the race committee.
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Live Phone Tracking, GPS Progress Alerts and Cheers!
We are providing you with RaceJoy as part of the official race experience for the New Albany Walking Classic.
Download the RaceJoy mobile app in advance to ensure proper phone setup. Invite your friends and family to track you and send you cheers!
Some key RaceJoy features include:
In-Person: 200 Market St, New Albany, OH
Virtual: Anywhere you are!
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