Hometown Half Marathon/5K/10K - Cincinnati 2027
- Date
- Saturday, May 22, 2027
- Start time
- 7:00 AM start (New York)
- Location
- Cincinnati, Ohio
- Entry fee
- From Free · goes up to $38 on Mar 29, 2027
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10K | 10K | May 22, 20277:00 AM | $34$38 after Mar 29, 2027 | – |
| 1 Mile | 1 Mile | May 22, 20277:00 AM | $22 | – |
| 5K | 5K | May 22, 20277:00 AM | $30$34 after Feb 16, 2027 | – |
| Half Marathon | Half Marathon | May 22, 20277:00 AM | $55$61 after Nov 24, 2026 | – |
| Kid's Dash | Kids | May 22, 20277:00 AM | $17 | – |
| Running Buddy Half Marathon | Half Marathon | May 22, 20277:00 AM | Free | – |
| Volunteer Then Run | – | May 22, 20277:00 AM | $17 | 5 |
| Virtual RunVirtual | – | May 22, 20277:00 AM | $42 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The 10K fee goes up to $38 on Mar 29, 2027.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- 10K: $34 until Mar 28, then $38 until May 2, then $42 until May 20, then $46 until May 22.
- 1 Mile: $22 until May 22.
- 5K: $30 until Feb 15, then $34 until Mar 28, then $38 until May 2, then $42 until May 20, then $46 until May 22.
- Half Marathon: $55 until Nov 23, then $61 until Jan 24, then $67 until Mar 28, then $73 until May 2, then $79 until May 19, then $85 until May 22.
Online registration closes May 22, 2027, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $55, entry is about 18 percent below a typical half marathon in Ohio, which costs $67 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a half marathon in Cincinnati runs 2:06:01, about 9:37 a mile, based on 5 races with published results. Women typically finish in 2:17:03 and men in 2:00:54.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:19 AM, and the 10K starts at 7:00 AM. The start sits about 710 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
TBD, Cincinnati, OH 45230
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
2026 results
All results (4 years)5K
Half Marathon
10K
Aggregated from official results for Hometown Half Marathon/5K/10K - Cincinnati. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
How fast do you need to be at Hometown Half Marathon/5K/10K - Cincinnati?
At the 2026 5K, the fastest tenth finished in 30:27 or better, the top quarter in 32:58, and half the field in 43:17; the last tenth came in after 55:56.
At the 2026 Half Marathon, the fastest tenth finished in 1:45:28 or better, the top quarter in 2:00:18, and half the field in 2:16:13; the last tenth came in after 2:42:49.
At the 2026 10K, the fastest tenth finished in 48:22 or better, the top quarter in 58:18, and half the field in 1:05:09; the last tenth came in after 1:45:33.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| Under 20 | n/a | 31:41 |
| 20-29 | 33:49 | 32:24 |
| 30-39 | 29:58 | 34:14 |
| 40-49 | 32:13 | n/a |
| 50-59 | 46:03 | n/a |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
What would my time get me?
Where a finish time would have placed in 2026.
Finishers by year
Down 32 percent since 2023.
All events combined, from official results.
Hometown Half Marathon/5K/10K - Cincinnati 5K year by year
From 2023 to 2026, the field went from 92 to 93 finishers, and the median time rose from 40:33 to 43:17.
| Year | Finishers | Median | Fastest tenth | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 93 (+4%) | 43:17 | under 30:27 | 22:42 |
| 2025 | 89 (+39%) | 33:53 | under 24:05 | 21:10 |
| 2024 | 64 (-30%) | 36:56 | under 25:09 | 22:05 |
| 2023 | 92 | 40:33 | under 27:28 | 17:29 |
From each year's official results for the 5K; virtual options are left out.
How fast is it?
About average for Ohio half marathons
The fastest quarter of the 2025 half marathon field finished under 1:54:12, against 1:53:18 in a typical Ohio half marathon, so times here are about average.
- 5K: Slower than most Ohio 5Ks. The fastest quarter of the 2026 5K field finished under 32:58, against 28:16 in a typical Ohio 5K, so times here run 17 percent slower.
- 10K: Slower than most Ohio 10Ks. The fastest quarter of the 2025 10K field finished under 58:00, against 54:49 in a typical Ohio 10K, so times here run 6 percent slower.
Compares the fastest quarter of each field, so walkers and first-timers do not skew it. It reflects the course and the field together: a flat course, cool weather, or a competitive crowd all make times faster.
Typical race-day weather
Around May 22 the day usually runs from 58°F at dawn to 76°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 36% of days. Cold snaps dip to 51°F and hot years reach 85°F.
Based on 85 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- TBD, Cincinnati, OH 45230Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 710 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 1 Mile, 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Kids
- Editions
- 2027 (May 22, 2027), 2026 (May 9, 2026), 2025 (Jun 15, 2025), 2024 (Jun 2, 2024), 2023 (Jun 4, 2023)
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Quick answers
- When is Hometown Half Marathon/5K/10K - Cincinnati?
- Saturday, May 22, 2027, starting at 7:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at Free before processing fees, and rises to $38 on Mar 29, 2027.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes May 22, 2027, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Ohio?
- At $55, entry is about 18 percent below a typical half marathon in Ohio, which costs $67 right now.
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances can I run?
- 1 Mile, 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Kids.
- How big is it, and how fast?
- In 2026, 93 runners finished the 5K; the median finish was 43:17 and the winner ran 22:42.
- Is it a fast course?
- The fastest quarter of the 2025 half marathon field finished under 1:54:12, against 1:53:18 in a typical Ohio half marathon, so times here are about average.
- Where does it start?
- TBD, Cincinnati, OH 45230.
From the organizers
Join us for the annual Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k! A run local-themed event that is perfect for the whole family.
The fun includes -
Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal
Chip-timing with live results and awards
Pacers for the half marathon
Free photos
Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line
Plenty of fun!
Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one!
Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag!
*Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17!