2026 RAPTOR 5K presented by Wild Birds Unlimited - Cincinnati
Date: September 12, 2026
Location: Miami Meadows Park, Milford, OH, US, 45150
RAPTOR Inc. has been a leader in bird of prey conservation in Southern Ohio and Northern Kentucky since 1978. Your participation in this event helps RAPTOR Inc. purchase essential items such as food, medications, medical supplies, and maintenance equipment necessary to fulfill our mission to conserve our magnificent local birds of prey.
The RAPTOR 5K medals and t-shirts will feature the image of a red-tailed hawk.
Schedule:
Check-In and Registration: 7:30 am - 8:30 am
Race Start: 9:00 am
The event will take place rain or shine. If the weather is too poor to hold the run, goodie bags will be distributed and the raffle will be conducted under the park shelter.
Registration Details:
Registrations for adults and youth received by August 28 will include a t-shirt and collectible medal. Registrants after August 28 will receive a t-shirt and collectible medal while supplies last.
Course:
The 5K route will wind through the flat paved trails at beautiful Miami Meadows Park in Milford, OH.
Awards:
The top 3 male and top 3 female runners will receive awards. The race is being professionally timed and complete race results will be available at TimingSpot.com.
Sleep In/Virtual Option:
If you prefer to sleep in or run virtually, your registration fee will still support RAPTOR Inc.'s mission. Your t-shirt and collectible medal will be available for pick up at the Raptor Center or can be shipped for an additional $10 fee. Please indicate your shipping preference in the "Notes" section of your virtual registration and add the $10 shipping fee to your registration.
Family-Friendly Celebration Party to Follow Race:
Friends, Family, and Community are welcome! Enjoy snacks, drinks, visits from RAPTOR Inc.'s Avian Ambassadors, and raffle prizes. Raffle items include Whistle Stop Clay pottery, a Behind-the-Scenes Tour of the Raptor Center, and a signed print of John Ruthven's "Great Horned Owls".
Packet Pick Up:
RAPTOR Inc., 961 Barg Salt Run Rd., Milford OH 45150 on Friday, Sept. 11, 2026, from 10 am - 5 pm, or on the morning of the race at Miami Meadows Park (arrive before 8:30 am). Email [email protected] for other arrangements.
Sponsorships:
Sponsorship levels range from $150 to $1000+ and include benefits such as logo placement on t-shirts, complimentary registrations, and more. Download the Sponsorship form HERE. RAPTOR Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Donations may be tax-deductible.
