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Columbus Humane's 20th Annual Defend Your Friend 5K & Dog Festival
Lockbourne, Ohio · Sunday, September 13, 2026 · 5K, 1 Mile
Official race page & registration ↗Columbus Humane's 20th Annual Defend Your Friend 5K & Dog Festival takes place on Sunday, September 13, 2026 in Lockbourne, Ohio. The race offers 2 distances: 5K, 1 Mile. For anyone travelling in, Grove City is about 8 miles away and Columbus is about 10 miles away.
It is one of 272 races on the Ohio calendar that September. At $55, entry sits above the $25 median for an Ohio 5K.
- Date
- Sunday, September 13, 2026
- Location
- Lockbourne, Ohio
- Distances
- 5K, 1 Mile
- Entry fee
- from $55
Listing from the 2026 race calendar, refreshed nightly. Details can change: confirm date and entry on the official race page before travelling. Spot an error? Tell us here.
Making a race weekend of it?
Stay near the start line in Lockbourne: check in Sep 12, out Sep 14.
Common questions
When is Columbus Humane's 20th Annual Defend Your Friend 5K & Dog Festival?
Columbus Humane's 20th Annual Defend Your Friend 5K & Dog Festival is scheduled for Sunday, September 13, 2026.
Where is Columbus Humane's 20th Annual Defend Your Friend 5K & Dog Festival held?
Columbus Humane's 20th Annual Defend Your Friend 5K & Dog Festival is held in Lockbourne, Ohio. It is about 8 miles from Grove City and 10 miles from Columbus.
What distances does Columbus Humane's 20th Annual Defend Your Friend 5K & Dog Festival offer?
The listed distances are 5K, 1 Mile.
How much does Columbus Humane's 20th Annual Defend Your Friend 5K & Dog Festival cost?
Entry is listed from $55. Check the official race page for the current price, which usually rises closer to race day.
How do I register for Columbus Humane's 20th Annual Defend Your Friend 5K & Dog Festival?
Registration is handled on the official race page, linked at the top of this listing. Entry can close early if the race sells out.
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