VEGA Mason 5K 2026
- Date
- Friday, October 9, 2026
- Start time
- 5:30 PM start (New York)
- Location
- Lebanon, Ohio
- Entry fee
- From $35
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VEGA Mason 5K | 5K | Oct 9, 20265:30 PM | $35 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- $35 until Oct 8.
Online registration closes Oct 8, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $35, entry is about 17 percent above a typical 5K in Ohio, which costs $30 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 5K in Ohio runs 35:17, about 11:21 a mile, based on 1,003 races with published results. Women typically finish in 38:57 and men in 30:44.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:39 AM, and the VEGA Mason 5K starts at 5:30 PM. The start sits about 820 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
3877 Mason Research Pkwy, Lebanon, OH 45036
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around October 9 the day usually runs from 51°F at dawn to 72°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 15% of days. Cold snaps dip to 41°F and hot years reach 82°F.
Based on 75 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
- 3877 Mason Research Pkwy, Lebanon, OH 45036Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 820 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Distances
- 5K
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 9, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is VEGA Mason 5K?
- Friday, October 9, 2026, starting at 5:30 PM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $35 before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 8, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Ohio?
- At $35, entry is about 17 percent above a typical 5K in Ohio, which costs $30 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.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K.
- Where does it start?
- 3877 Mason Research Pkwy, Lebanon, OH 45036.
From the organizers
Join us for the 2nd year of the VEGA Mason 5K Run, a community event dedicated to supporting the Children's Tumor Foundation (CTF) in its mission to end Neurofibromatosis (NF). Hosted at the VEGA Americas Mason Campus, this event is more than just a race. It’s an opportunity for the local community to join forces with VEGA employees, families, and friends for a meaningful cause. All race proceeds will be donated directly to the Children's Tumor Foundation, helping fund critical research and support programs for those affected by NF. Whether you're a seasoned runner, a casual walker, or simply looking to support the cause, everyone is welcome. Let’s stand together and unite in the fight to end NF.