Friday, September 18th Info
"Run De Boeuf" Details:
Race Description
Join us in downtown Waterville, OH to race, run, or walk a 5K on the roads of historic downtown Waterville and out and back along River Rd. to kick off the 53rd Waterville Roche de Boeuf Festival the next day.
All skill levels welcome!
RACE DAY REGISTRATION & EVENT LOCATION: Parker Square; 1 S River Rd, Waterville, OH 43566
COURSE: Start and finish at Waterville Parker Square/Memorial Park by the Maumee River, 5 kilometers with an out and back. Course is accurately measured.
AWARDS:
• 5K Overall and Master (40+) male/female & 1K winner receive Gift Certificates!!!
• Age group winner awards, Male & Female; 12 & under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
• 5K & 1K participants will receive a specialty Roche De Boeuf finisher's award!
SHIRTS, REFRESHMENTS, AND OTHER INFO:
• All preregistered 5K participants will receive a t-shirt with registration. Extra t-shirts available for purchase on Runsignup.
• Water stop on course at .75 mi & 2.5 mi.
• Race-day packet pickup only. Specific details TBA.
ENTRY INFO:
• 5K Entry fee for preregistered - in-store or online by Saturday, September 4th, 2026 -- $ 25.00 ($5 discount for under 18)
• Online registration available at Runsignup.com until race start. Additional shirts available for purchase.
• Late Entry Fee until race start; In-Store and Online - $ 20.00 SHIRT NOT INCLUDED ($15 add-on while supplies last)
• Kids 1K; Out and back - $5 with finisher's award! Shirt NOT included
• Entry fees payable & sent to Second Sole 4130 Levis Commons Blvd, Perrysburg, OH 43551
• Information? Call Second Sole at 419-931-8484 or email tjmiller+rdb@secondsoleohio.com
Sorry, no refunds.
"The Bridges" Pre-Fest Bash
Live music from The Bridges Toledo (https://www.facebook.com/thebridgesband/) is planned for 7:00-9:30pm.
Food trucks and beverage tent are in the works. Additional details to be announced.
Saturday, September 19th Info
Roche De Boeuf Festival:
Saturday, September 19, 2026
9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Parade begins at 10 a.m.
Free shuttle service
Festivities will include:
- A children's area featuring a DJ, bounce houses, characters, face painting, balloon twist artists, entertainment, a visit from Pop Star Hunters, and so much more!
- A car show located and sponsored by Shawn's Irish Tavern
- An entertainment area located in the middle of North Third Street featuring local dance groups
- A parade starting at 10am sponsored by
- 100's of vendors lining the streets for your shopping pleasure
- An artisan area featuring dozens of local artists located on North Second Street
- A full array of food trucks located on River Road along with several local restaurants
Check with the Waterville Chamber of Commerce for up-to-date info & more details.
