Events
5K Run/Walk - IN-PERSON
Description
Hi, my name is Naomi Weisberg! I am a 7th grader at Hastings Middle School in Upper Arlington, OH, and I became a bat mitzvah in November 2023. One important part of becoming a bat mitzvah is completing a mitzvah project -it includes a mitzvah - doing a good deed and the idea of tikun olam - repairing the world. Since running is one of my passions, for my mitzvah project, I am organizing a 5k run/walk to raise money and awareness for the Kaleidoscope Youth Center in Columbus, Ohio.
Kaleidoscope Youth Center supports queer youth of Ohio. Founded in 1994, Kaleidoscope is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization with a mission "to work in partnership with young people in Central Ohio to create safe and empowering spaces for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Questioning and Ally youth through advocacy, education, support, and community engagement."
I believe this organization does awesome work to empower queer kids and young adults. They have drop-in hours throughout the week after school, a variety of clubs, social activities, an LGBTQIA+ advocacy group, and many other programs as well.
I want to support my queer family, friends, and community members! I want them to know they belong, are welcomed and supported, and are loved. By supporting Kaleidoscope Youth Center we are empowering our community and engaging in the work of repairing our world.
Join us on Sunday, May 26, 2024, for the inaugural Rainbow Run at the Dublin Recreation Center in Dublin, Ohio! All proceeds to be given to Kaleidoscope Youth Center. We have options for an in-person or virtual 5K. We'll see you there!
Additional Event Information
Early Packet Pickup
Save time in line on race morning and stop by Columbus Running Company's Dublin location (6465 Perimeter Dr 43016) on Friday, May 24 (10a-8p), or Saturday, May 25 (10a-6p) to grab your race gear. Visit with the staff at the CRC and get their best tips for staying cool and dry on the run.
Race day pickup is also available near the start line beginning at 7:30a.
Parking
There is plenty of parking near the start/finish line for this event. Please use the northwest parking lots at the Dublin Recreation Center. Plug 5600 Post Rd, Dublin, OH 43017 into your favorite GPS or click here to get directions.
Race Day Timeline
- 7:30 AM - Race day check-in and registration (while spots remain open) begin near the start/finish line
- 8:55 AM - Line up for welcome and final instructions prior to the race start
- 9:00 AM - The Rainbow Run is underway!
Awards
There will be awards for the top 10 overall finishers.
Race Contact Info
If you have any questions about this race, click the button below.
