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Greetings!
On behalf of our residents, we are proud to welcome runners, walkers, family and friends to Downtown Columbus for the 2025 OhioHealth Capital City Half & Quarter Marathon and Columbus Promise 5K.
I am delighted to welcome you to Columbus. We are America’s Opportunity City, rich in history and poised for a continued vibrant future. We are excited to host the Black Girls RUN! National Meet Up - we are a welcoming community, a boomtown, and a vibrant place that draws people from all over the country to meet, compete and visit. We have dynamic entertainment districts and friendly neighborhoods, many of which you will discover during the Half Marathon, Quarter Marathon and the 5K.
Columbus is among the top sports destinations in the United States. In fact, just this year we hosted the NHL Stadium Series at Ohio Stadium for the first time. Our city also regularly hosts the NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball and Division I Women’s Basketball Championships in our city. In recent years our city has also hosted the NCAA Division I Volleyball Championships, the NCAA Women’s Final Four and the NHL All-Star Weekend.
While you are here, we invite you to explore the many things we love about our community: the world-class Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, Franklin Park Conservatory, COSI, fantastic shopping, restaurants and nightlife in the Arena District, Short North, German Village, Easton Town Center and dozens of friendly neighborhood spots.
Good luck and thank you for supporting the OhioHealth Capital City Half Marathon!
Sincerely,
Andrew J. Ginther Mayor
The big day is here!
Energy. Excitement. Community spirit. Race day is a special occasion we look forward to every year — and it’s about so much more than just a race. Today is a celebration of perseverance and achievement, whether you’re lacing up or cheering from the sidelines.
From setting goals and pushing boundaries to creating lasting memories, your participation makes the OhioHealth Capital City Half & Quarter Marathon a beloved tradition.
This year, we are honored to host the 2025 National Meetup for Black Girls RUN! Their mission is to encourage Black women to practice a healthy lifestyle and promote wellness for all. A warm welcome to all the members joining us from across the country.
We are also supporting the OhioHealth Mobile Mammography Unit through the OhioHealth Foundation. For nearly a decade, this life-saving program has been breaking down barriers that often prevent women from receiving vital annual breast cancer screenings.
As central Ohio’s largest health system and second largest employer, we are proud to be your partner today — and we will continue to be.
On behalf of the 35,000 OhioHealth associates, physicians and volunteers, we wish you an unforgettable race day. Embrace the challenge, enjoy every moment and continue striving for your goals!
Steve Markovich, MD President and CEO OhioHealth
Dear Friends, Participants and Partners:
Welcome to Columbus – my hometown – for the 22nd Anniversary of the OhioHealth Capital City Half & Quarter Marathon and Columbus Promise 5K.
We are thrilled to once again CELEBRATE YOU at this year’s OhioHealth Capital City Half Marathon. This year’s CELEBRATION of the Healthy Active Lifestyle will be our biggest and best yet. Cap City is YOUR RACE in YOUR CITY and we THANK YOU for your never-ending support over the past two decades.
This year, we are proud to welcome runners and walkers from around the country for the Black Girls RUN! National Meet Up. We’re also proud to launch the inaugural First Responder Heroes Challenge recognizing first responders who help keep our cities safe.
What you will experience at Cap City is one of the BEST HALF MARATHONS in the United States. We always knew that Columbus was the nation’s best sports town and now you have voted Cap City as one of the nation’s best as well!
Since 2004, the OhioHealth Capital City Half Marathon has focused on the CELEBRATION and PARTICIPATION of our runners and walkers. Our goal is to provide the ultimate experience for our participants, partners and the community.
We thank Mayor Andrew J. Ginther, the City of Columbus, the Franklin County Board of Commissioners, the Greater Columbus Sports Commission, the Columbus Police and Fire divisions and all of the other local support agencies for their support.
The OhioHealth Capital City Half Marathon would not be possible without the remarkable support of our corporate partners led by our world-class title partner OhioHealth. OhioHealth is a nationally recognized healthcare organization based in Columbus and among the top five large health systems in the United States. OhioHealth shares our passion of promoting fitness and celebrating the healthy, active lifestyle. We are proud to have the OhioHealth Foundation as the official benefiting charity of the OhioHealth Capital City Half Marathon.
We also thank the 1,500 volunteers who donate countless hours to guarantee your success on Race Day. We could not produce the CELEBRATION without them.
Thank you again for your support of the OhioHealth Capital City Half Marathon, OhioHealth Quarter Marathon and Columbus Promise 5K.
I can’t wait to Greet YOU at the Start Line and Celebrate YOU at the Finish Line!
David Babner Race Director
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Runners and Walkers:
On behalf of Franklin County and our vibrant community, I am honored to welcome you to the 22nd Anniversary Celebration of the OhioHealth Capital City Half & Quarter Marathon! Half marathons are so much more than just a test of speed or endurance; they encapsulate the spirit of competition, the joy of exercise, and the commitment to promoting a healthy lifestyle. At Franklin County, we take great pride in leading the charge to support our residents in staying active and invested in their health and wellness.
We firmly believe that the backbone of a thriving community is a population that prioritizes its physical and mental well-being. In addition to our health initiatives, we are thrilled to serve as a proud host and supporter of the Black Girls RUN! National Meet Up. This reflects our identity as a destination on the rise—one that boasts a rich and diverse tapestry of urban, suburban, and rural attractions.
The charming and accessible nature of Columbus, with its comprehensive community infrastructure, excellent amenities, and reasonable affordability, makes our city a prime location for hosting an impressive array of sporting events. Since 2004, the OhioHealth Capital City Half & Quarter Marathon has been a key highlight of our annual sports calendar, drawing participants and spectators from far and wide. I would like to extend my heartfelt congratulations to the OhioHealth Capital City Half & Quarter Marathon for achieving over two decades of remarkable success in the heart of Central Ohio.
This beloved event has transformed into a vibrant spring tradition that celebrates a healthy and active lifestyle in Columbus. I am genuinely excited to witness the energy and enthusiasm that fills the air as participants take to the streets this year. Thank you for your enthusiastic participation and unwavering support of the OhioHealth Capital City Half & Quarter Marathon. I wish you all the best of luck on Race Day!
Sincerely,
Erica C. Crawley, J.D. M.P.A Franklin County Commissioner Franklin County Board of Commissioners
Your dream ring is our commitment.
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Welcome!
On behalf of my colleagues on City Council and all residents of our city, welcome to Columbus for this year’s OhioHealth Capital City Half & Quarter Marathon and Columbus Promise 5K.
We are excited to again host the Columbus Promise 5K in a unique partnership with the OhioHealth Capital City Half Marathon and M3S Sports that raises awareness and opportunities for the Columbus Promise Program and its Columbus Promise Scholars, all of whom have again been invited to take part in the 5K on Event Day.
This year we are proud to welcome Black Girls RUN! as we host their spring 2025 National Meet Up. BGR will come to Columbus for a weekend celebration of the healthy, active lifestyle. The mission of Black Girls RUN! is to encourage African-American women to make fitness and healthy living a priority.
The Capital City Half Marathon is a special event for residents and visitors alike because it takes participants on an incredible tour through some of our city’s unique areas and entertainment districts. Participants will see distinct neighborhoods such as Downtown, German Village, the Short North Arts District, The Ohio State University campus, Italian Village and the Arena District.
Hosting events like the OhioHealth Capital City Half Marathon keeps our city moving forward. Cap City brings more than 12,000 runners and walkers and more than 25,000 friends and family to our city on Event Day. Events like Cap City energize our city and carry tremendous economic impact.
Thank you for supporting the OhioHealth Capital City Half Marathon, the Columbus Promise program and the City of Columbus. Whether a long-time resident or a first-time visitor, we hope you enjoy your time in downtown Columbus and come back again soon!
Sincerely,
Shannon G. Hardin President Columbus City Council
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
OhioHealth Expotique & Panera Bread Rapid Packet Pick Up At Vue Columbus · 95 Liberty St., Columbus
The OhioHealth Expotique & Panera Break Rapid Packet Pick Up is the Official Packet Pick Up location for the 2025 OhioHealth Capital City Half & Quarter Marathon and Columbus Promise 5K.
The two-day OhioHealth Expotique features Official Retail Partner Fleet Feet in a modern, urban event space.
All runners and walkers must pick up their packets at the OhioHealth Expotique at Vue Columbus. Participants receive their Official Bib and Official Event Shirt at Packet Pick Up.
Thursday, April 24
OhioHealth Expotique & Panera Bread Rapid Packet Pick Up
Friday, April 25
OhioHealth Expotique & Panera Bread Rapid Packet Pick Up
Saturday, April 26
CELEBRATING YOU in 2025!
The OhioHealth Capital City Half & Quarter Marathon and Columbus Promise 5K will start and finish at the corner of S. High and E. Town streets adjacent to the John F. Wolfe Columbus Commons.
The Giant Eagle Curbside Express Recovery Zone is a secure area for runners and walkers to receive the Official Finisher’s Medal and refuel with Panera Bread bagels, fruit, water, Powerade and more. Byers Xtra Mile Finish Line Party
The Byers Xtra Mile Finish Line Party at the Columbus Commons features the PNC Post-Race Concert, a slice of Jet’s Pizza, an order of Rooster’s boneless wings, Teremana Margarita, Mumm Sparkling Wine and much more.
Featuring North To Nashville on the Columbus Bicentennial Pavilion.
The Diamond Cellar VIP Experience Tent is located at the Byers Xtra Mile Finish Line Party in the John F. Wolfe Columbus Commons. (Credentials or Wristband Required)
THE START LINE
CAP CITY HALF NEWS & NOTES
Inaugural First Responder Heroes Challenge powered by HAAS Alert
The OhioHealth Capital City Half Marathon and HAAS Alert have partnered together on the inaugural First Responders Heroes Challenge powered by HAAS Alert at the 2025 OhioHealth Capital City Half & Quarter Marathon and Columbus Promise 5K.
While the top finishers of each distance will receive a prize sponsored by HAAS Alert, this challenge invites all First Responders to embrace and celebrate a healthy, active lifestyle while fostering community engagement.
“We are excited to announce this Challenge to celebrate and promote First Responders’ health and wellness in the community,” says Race Director, David Babner. “We are grateful for the continued support from First Responders during our running and walking events and throughout our communities and we look forward to engaging and celebrating First Responders in an elevated way this year.”
The partnership between the OhioHealth Capital City Half Marathon and HAAS Alert also underscores the importance of roadside First Responder safety and driver awareness— a mission that resonates deeply with the running and walking community.
We welcome First Responders from across the city, state, and nation to the 2025 OhioHealth Capital City Half Marathon.
OhioHealth Capital City Half Marathon nominated as a top Half Marathon in the Country for second year
The OhioHealth Capital City Half Marathon has once again been named one of the top half marathons in the country by USA TODAY’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards in 2025.
USA TODAY 10Best editors and a panel of expert runners nominated a list of 20 top events in the country and opened it up to the public to vote.
The OhioHealth Capital City Half Marathon was voted #2 among half marathons. This is the second consecutive year earning this honor! Focused on creating a remarkable celebration of the healthy, active lifestyle, USA TODAY credits the course and post-race party featuring complimentary food, beverages, and a post-race concert as the highlights of this event.
Past Champions
MALE
2024 Sam Duncan 1:08:27
2023 Jonathan Allen 1:06:53
2022 Karter Tow 1:11:25
2019 Joshua Park 1:08:02
2018 Evan Schwartz 1:07:55
2017 Leonard Korir 1:03:04
2016 Christo Landry 1:02:52*
2015 Nick Arcianaga 1:05:56
2014 Craig Leon 1:09:56
2013 Joseph Purpura 1:09:00
2012 Matt Folk 1:09:20
2011 Robert Letting 1:05:03
2010 Mike Knutson 1:12:40
2009 Peter Sercer 1:11:52
2008 Robert Letting 1:03:40
2007 Clint Verran 1:06:01
2006 Daniel Cheruiyot 1:06:46
2005 Josh Ordway 1:09:33
2004 Daniel Cheruiyot 1:08:16
FEMALE
2024 Amy Haas 1:06:53
2023 Madison Yerke 1:20:00
2022 Krista Roehlig 1:21:33
2019 Molly Bookmyer 1:13:28
2018 Molly Bookmyer 1:19:05
2017 Natosha Rogers 1:10:45
2016 Tara Welling 1:10:25*
2015 Ellie Hess 1:18:50
2014 Tina Husted 1:21:47
2013 Rebecca Michael 1:18:06
2012 Christina Murphy 1:22:09
2011 Kristen Carter 1:19:51
2010 Kimberly Kellerman 1:25:54
2009 Beth August 1:26:17
2008 Lyndsi Benedict 1:19:54
2007 Melissa Converse 1:22:18
2006 Melissa Converse 1:22:01
2005 Erin Ford 1:25:14
2004 Renee Mangette 1:21:59
*Event Records
The OhioHealth Capital City Half Marathon hosted the USATF Half Marathon Championships in 2016 and 2017. The event was not held in-person in 2020 and 2021.
Making an Impact:
More
Than
$66,000
donated to the OhioHealth Foundation in 2024
In 2024, the OhioHealth Capital City Half & Quarter Marathon, Jet’s Pizza and the Rooster’s Foundation donated more than $66,000 to the OhioHealth Foundation to provide funding for the OhioHealth scalp cooling therapy program, an innovative cancer care treatment that can help prevent or minimize hair loss from chemotherapy.
The “Jet’s Pizza Gives Back” promotion and partnership with Zach Werenski of the Columbus Blue Jackets contributed more than $43,000 of the generous gift.
This philanthropic support means cancer patients can retain a sense of dignity and control during their treatment journey, as most traditional insurance plans do not cover costs associated with scalp cooling.
Thank you to our partners and all the 2024 Cap City participants for this generous contribution!
To learn more about how you can support the OhioHealth Foundation, visit www.ohiohealth.com/ohiohealth-foundation.
Duncan, Haas Take Home Titles At 2024 OhioHealth Capital City Half Marathon
Duncan, 22, of Lebanon, Ohio, took home top honors at the 2024 OhioHealth Capital City Half Marathon.
Duncan, fresh off a stellar career at the University of Dayton, held off Notre Dame standout Zach Kreft of Sunbury, Ohio to win in 1:08:27. Kreft was second in 1:09:23 and Andrew Ye of Stow, Ohio was third in 1:09:39.
Amy Haas, 30, of Columbus, was top female finisher in 1:21:26, just nipping Chelsea Hall of New Albany, who finished in 1:21:32.
The M3S Sports Foundation: Investing in Community Health & Wellness Initiatives and Events
M3S Sports is proud to introduce the M3S Sports Foundation, a new initiative dedicated to investing in the community by promoting a healthy, active lifestyle through running and walking events, charitable initiatives, and meaningful partnerships.
The foundation’s mission is to create experiences and opportunities that inspire movement, foster connections, and make health and wellness accessible to all. By supporting local programs, partnering with organizations, and giving back to the community, the M3S Sports Foundation will extend the impact of M3S Sports beyond race day, ensuring long-term benefits for individuals of all ages and abilities. Learn more at M3SSports.com/about/Foundation
M3S Sports announces “Live Fit
Challenge” at Cap City and Grandview Yard events
M3S Sports, producer of the OhioHealth Capital City Half Marathon and the OhioHealth Grandview Yard Half Marathon, announces the inaugural
Inspired by the many Cap City participants who continue their fitness journey by taking part in the OhioHealth Grandview Yard Half & Quarter Marathon and Purple Heart 5K, runners and walkers who participate in both events, any distance will receive an exclusive third medal celebrating their commitment to the healthy, active lifestyle.
How to Participate: Simply register for and complete any distance at both the 2025 Cap City and Grandview Yard events. Finishers will receive their exclusive third medal at the Byers Xtra Mile PostRace Party at Grandview Yard, which is set for Sunday, August 17.
Ready to take the challenge? Sign up today at RunGrandviewYard.com.
BLACK GIRLS RUN! CAP CITY IN 2025
The 2025 OhioHealth Capital City Half and Quarter Marathon and Columbus Promise 5K is proud to host the spring National Meet Up for the national organization, Black Girls RUN!
Black Girls RUN! (BGR!) is dedicated to encouraging and motivating African American women to stay active and maintain a healthy lifestyle. The organization, founded in 2009, is led by CEO Jay Ell Alexander and has grown into a powerful movement with over 250,000 members across more than 75 groups nationwide. The annual spring National MeetUp is a highlight of the BGR! calendar, offering members the opportunity to connect, inspire, and run together.
“We are thrilled to partner with Black Girls RUN! for their National Meet-Up during the 2025 OhioHealth Capital City Half Marathon,” said David Babner, Founder and Race Director of the OhioHealth Capital City Half Marathon. “This partnership aligns with our commitment to inclusivity and celebrating the healthy, active lifestyle. We look forward to welcoming BGR! Members to Columbus and supporting their mission of promoting diversity within the running and walking community.”
The OhioHealth Capital City Half Marathon and Black Girls RUN! National Meet-Up is more than a race, it’s a celebration of community, strength and fitness.
“The opportunity to collaborate for this amazing event is so exciting,” said Alexander. “The energy of our organization and
members matched with the excitement of this race will be an event like no other. After participating for the first time in 2024, there was no question we had to bring BGR! Nation to Columbus. And, as we always like to say, it will be ‘a party on the pavement’.”
Jay Ell Alexander will also serve as the Honorary Race Director of this year’s event.
In addition to the half marathon, quarter marathon, and 5K events, Team BGR! will have a private dinner and reception to connect and celebrate with Team BGR! members from across the country.
Thank you to BGR! Columbus Ambassadors, Cheralee Calhoun, Ta Trecia Wesley-Davis and Carolyn Thomas for their work to bring this amazing sisterhood to Columbus.
BEST TOUR OF COLUMBUS ON TWO FEET
Since its debut in 2004, the OhioHealth Capital City Half Marathon has strived to offer “the best tour of Columbus on two feet.”
“The city provides an amazing backdrop for our event and we are excited to feature our city each year with courses that showcase our best neighborhoods, entertainment districts and iconic buildings,” Race Director David Babner said.
Don’t miss these sites during the OhioHealth Capital City Half Marathon, OhioHealth Quarter Marathon and Columbus Promise 5K.
Downtown Columbus and John F. Wolfe Columbus Commons Start / Finish Line
The OhioHealth Capital City Half Marathon begins and ends on High Street in the heart of Downtown Columbus, which is in the midst of a revival that has brought new restaurants and shops to the city center. More than 8,000 people now live in downtown Columbus. The John F. Wolfe Columbus Commons, site of the Byers Xtra Mile Finish Line Party, is a six-acre park that opened in 2011 and has spurned more than $400 million in private development. The park hosts more than 200 free events each year.
German Village and Schiller Park
Half & Quarter Marathon, Columbus Promise 5K, Miles 1-2
Originally built by German settlers in the mid-1800s, German Village features restored brick houses and shops with streets and sidewalks full of historic charm. The neighborhood was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1974 and is one of the largest privately restored neighborhoods in the United States. At the center is Schiller Park. The city’s second oldest park was established in 1857 and is named for famous German poet Friedrich von Schiller.
Greater Columbus Convention Center and Goodale Park
Half & Quarter Marathon, Miles 4-5
The city’s iconic convention center was designed by famed architect Peter Eisenman and opened in 1993. It was expanded in 1999 and underwent a major renovation in 2016. The Greater Columbus Convention hosts nearly every major event that comes to the City of Columbus. Goodale Park, the city’s oldest public park,
was donated to the City of Columbus in 1851. For a few months during the Civil War, the park was a staging area for Union Troops known as Camp Jackson. The park hosts ComFest, a free, non-corporate music and arts festival held in the park in each June.
The Ohio State University
and Gateway - University District
Half Marathon, Mile 7-9
The Ohio State University is a land-grant university that was founded in 1870 and is one of the largest universities in the United States with approximately 60,000 students on its main campus. The Half Marathon course goes past The Oval, an 11-acre park that is one of the most recognizable spots on campus. Gateway - University District is a mixed-use residential district featuring restaurants and retail on the on the southern end of the Ohio State campus.
Ohio Stadium
Half Marathon, Mile 8½ -9
The world-renowned home of the Ohio State Buckeyes football team, Ohio Stadium opened in 1922 with a then incomprehensible capacity of 66, 210 at a cost of $1.49 million. Today the stadium, also known as the Horseshoe or simply the ‘Shoe, sells all 102,802 seats on fall Saturdays as fans come from near and far to watch their beloved Buckeyes.
Schottenstein Center
Half Marathon, Mile 9
The Schottenstein Center, which includes Value City Arena, became the city’s first multi-purpose arena when it opened its doors in November 1998. The arena is home to the Ohio State men’s and women’s basketball teams, men’s ice hockey team, concerts and other special events. The arena seats 18,809 for basketball and is the largest arena in the Big Ten Conference.
Nationwide Arena & Arena District
Half Marathon, Mile 12
Columbus Promise 5K, Mile 2
Nationwide Arena has been home to the Columbus Blue Jackets of the National Hockey League since September 2000. The arena, which also hosts concerts and family events, sits at the heart of the Arena District, one of the city’s hottest entertainment districts that was built through a unique partnership between Nationwide Realty Investors and the City of Columbus.
Ohio Statehouse
Half Marathon, Mile 13
Quarter Marathon, Mile 6.4
Columbus Promise 5K, Mile 3
Built between 1839 and 1861, the Ohio Statehouse is one of the oldest working statehouses in the United States. The Greek Revival building is at the heart of Capitol Square in downtown Columbus and houses the Ohio General Assembly and ceremonial offices for the state’s governor, lieutenant governor, treasurer and auditor.
PATH TO ACHIEVMENT
Running has a unique way of bringing people together. For Danielle X Sturgeon and Desmonde X Bennett, it has created an incredible friendship built on trust, encouragement, and a shared passion for the sport.
Their journey began last summer when Danielle, a visually impaired runner, moved to Columbus and was looking for a guide runner in local running groups to navigate a new community and continue her active lifestyle. Desmonde felt called to Danielle’s story and the two not only became running partners but close friends.
After that, Danielle connected with several guides who help her train, and together they have been setting and conquering new goals.
With Desmonde guiding and encouraging her, Danielle ran her first race at the Oktoberfest Meiler Vier in September 2024. Though initially nervous about navigating the crowds, the support from fellow runners and walkers made it a positive experience. Danielle then set a new goal—a turkey trot—and achieved it by completing the Flying Feather Four Miler.
As an experienced runner, Desmonde has discovered a different side of running —one that focuses on mentorship, teamwork, and setting new goals beyond personal records.
Now, fueled by their partnership and the support of the Columbus running community, Danielle and Desmonde are taking on their biggest goal yet: the OhioHealth Capital City Half Marathon—Danielle’s first half marathon!
Side by Side at the Starting Line: Danielle & Desmonde’s Journey to Cap City
CONGRATULATIONS
R U N N E R S A N D W A L K E R S
C E L E B R A T E
W I T H U S ! U S
HALF MARATHON | QUARTER MARATHON | 5K
2025 GUIDE TO RACE DAY
There are numerous PARKING garages and lots available in Downtown Columbus. The preferred lot adjacent to the Columbus Commons is the Main Garage (56 E. Main St., Columbus, 43215). This lot costs $10 on Race Day.
There are eight POWERADE REFUELING STATIONS on the OhioHealth Capital City Half Marathon course, four on the OhioHealth Quarter Marathon course and one on the Columbus Promise 5K course. All offer Powerade and Water. (The 5K is water only). GU Energy Gel will be offered just past mile 6 on the Half Marathon course. RESTROOMS are located near each aid station.
The OhioHealth Capital City Half Marathon course is fully supported for 3 HOURS, 45 MINUTES.
START CORRAL INFORMATION
Half Marathon and Quarter Marathon participants should LOAD INTO CORRALS BY 7:40 A.M.
5K participants should LOAD INTO THE 5K CORRAL BY 8 A.M.
GEAR CHECK is available at the Columbus Commons at the Gear Check tent. Drop off your gear on the way to the Star Line and pick it up afterwards at the same location.
KNOW YOUR BIB
1. The LETTER on your bib indicates your CORRAL. 2. Fill out your GEAR CHECK information and pin the tag to your GEAR CHECK bag. (The Gear Check info will already be filled out for early registrants).
3. DO NOT remove the JET’S PIZZA, ROOSTERS, DILLON’S GIN, MUMM SPARKLING and TEREMANA TEQUILA coupons. After the race, redeem the coupons at the Byers Xtra Mile Finish Line Party for a CELEBRATORY slice of Jet’s Pizza, Roosters Boneless Wings, Dillon’s Gin, Mumm Sparkling Wine and Teremana Tequila Margarita.
GIANT EAGLE CURBSIDE EXPRESS RECOVERY ZONE
After you finish, you will receive your Official Finisher’s Medal, Panera Bread bagels, fruit, water and more in the Giant Eagle Curbside Express Recovery Zone.
BYERS
XTRA MILE FINISH LINE PARTY & PNC POSTRACE CONCERT featuring NORTH TO NASHVILLE
The Byers Xtra Mile Finish Line Party at the John F. Wolfe Columbus Commons will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and incudes the PNC Post-Race Concert featuring North To Nashville.
CELEBRATE with a slice of Jet’s Pizza, Teremana Margarita, Rooster’s Bonesless Wings, Dillon’s Gin and Mumm Sparkling Wine.
DIAMOND CELLAR VIP EXPERIENCE TENT*
The Diamond Cellar VIP Experience Tent is located at the Byers Xtra Mile Finish Line Party in the John F. Wolfe Columbus Commons and features Cameron Mitchell Premier Events catered breakfast and lunch; celebratory cocktails and private restrooms and gear check.
*Wristband Required
Sheraton
w n t o w n Columbus
1. START –High St and Town St 2. South on High St to Thurman Ave 3. Left turn on Thurman Ave to Jaeger St 4. Left turn on Jaeger St to Reinhard Ave 5. Left turn on Reinhard Ave to 3rd St 6. Right turn on 3rd St to Livingston Ave 7. Right turn on Livingston Ave to 4th St 8. Left turn on 4th St to Spring St 9. Left turn on Spring St to High St 10. Right turn on High St to Lane Ave 11. Left turn on Lane Ave to Fyffe Rd 12. Left turn on Fyffe Rd to Woody Hayes Dr 13. Left turn on Woody Hayes Dr to Woodruff Ave to College Rd 14. Right turn on College Rd to 19th Ave 15. Right turn on 19th Ave to Neil Ave 16. Left turn on Neil Ave to Annie and John Glenn Ave 17. Left turn on Annie and John Glenn Ave to College Rd 18. Right turn on College Rd to 12th Ave 19. Right turn on 12th Ave to Neil Ave 20. Right Turn on Neil Ave to turn around 21. Continue on Neil Ave to Vine St 22. Left turn on Vine St to Front St 23. Right turn on Front St to Long St 24. Left turn on Long St to High St 25. Right turn on High St to the
St
Start Time: 8 a.m.
OhioHealth Quarter Marathon
1. QUARTER MARATHON START High St and Town St
2. South on High St to Thurman Ave
3. Left turn on Thurman Ave to Jaeger St
4. Left turn on Jaeger St to Reinhard Ave
5. Left turn on Reinhard Ave to 3rd St
6. Right turn on 3rd St to Livingston Ave
7. Right turn on Livingston Ave to 4th St
8. Left turn on 4th St to Spring St
9. Left turn on Spring St to High St
10. Right turn on High St to Goodale St
11. Left turn on Goodale St to Park St
12. Right turn on Park St to Goodale Park entrance
13. Left turn into Goodale Park to Goodale St
14. Right turn on Goodale St to Neil Ave
15. Left turn on Neil Ave to Vine St
16. Left turn on Vine St to Front St
17. Right turn on Front St to Long St
18. Left turn on Long St to High St
19. Right turn on High St to the QUARTER MARATHON FINISH
Start Time: 8 a.m.
The Columbus Promise 5K
April 26, 2025
1. START – High Street and Town Street
2. South on High Street to Frankfort Street
3. Left turn on Frankfort Street to 3rd Street
4. Left turn on 3rd Street to Livingston Ave.
5. Right turn on Livingston Ave. to 4th Street
6. Left turn on 4th Street to Spring Street
7. Left turn on Spring Street to High Street
8. Left turn on High Street to the 5K FINISH (High Street/Town Street)
Start Time: 8:30 a.m.
At the OhioHealth Capital City Half & Quarter Marathon, the celebration continues when you cross the finish line.
Join us after the race at the Byers Xtra Mile Finish Line Party at the John F. Wolfe Columbus Commons. The Byers Xtra Mile Finish Line Party is open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Featuring North to Nashville
• Complimentary slice of Jet’s Pizza
• One FREE Teremana Tequila Margarita
• One FREE Dillon’s Gin
• Rooster’s Boneless Wings
• Mumm Sparking Wine Samples
• Diamond Cellar VIP Experience Tent
SPORTS MEDICINE
EVERY RUNNER DESERVES
Before After RUN TIPS the race the race Race day
+ Preview the race route. Knowing the route ahead of time allows you to prepare mentally and physically for your race. Take note of medical and refueling stations, and drink options along the course.
+ Be prepared. Lay out your gear the night before and fill out the details on your race bib. Make sure all of your devices (watch, phone, headphones) are charged up and ready to go.
+ Wear layers. Choose items to stay warm and dry with layers of clothing you aren’t afraid to toss.
+ Follow the 15-degree rule: Dress for your run like it’s 15 degrees warmer than the current temperature.
+ Fuel up! Eat breakfast before arriving at the race. Choose easy-to-digest carb-rich foods with a little protein and choose foods you’ve eaten while training. Eat a simple-carb snack 15-30 minutes before the race gun goes off. While in the corral, sip on a sports drink and get some final fuel with graham crackers, a banana, or sports gel. Again, stick with what you’ve trained with.
+ Race day isn’t the time to try something new. Stick with the clothes, shoes and foods you know.
+ Pick a parking lot or bus route. There’s a map on the race website
+ Relax, stretch and smile! It took a lot of hard work to get here today. Enjoy the moment!
+ Pace yourself. Designated runners will maintain consistent minutes-per-mile paces to help keep you on track. Or, use a smart watch or other device to help set your pace and stick with the tempo at which you have been training.
+ Use adhesive bandages or balm to prevent chafing. The medical stations will have petroleum jelly.
+ Stay hydrated. Refueling stations are designed to move runners along quickly.
+ If you see a runner in distress, alert medical personnel along the course.
+ Warning flags will be flying at each refueling station. If they’re not green, stay alert and follow instructions.
+ Clear the chute. Keeping the finish line clear keeps your fellow runners safe.
+ Keep moving. A “warm down” after your race is a really good idea to help with soreness and recovery. A slow walk or really light jog can go a long way!
+ Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate. Drinking water or sports drinks will help you recover.
+ Take a victory stretch! Proper stretching will help with your recovery. OhioHealth personnel at the stretching and cooling tent are ready to help.
+ Listen to your body. If you have pain that won’t go away, talk to a sports medicine doctor or call the OhioHealth Sports Medicine Helpline at (614)566-GAME (4263)
+ Recap, review, reset. Think about what you did well on race day and goal set for your next race. Need tips for staying healthy, getting faster, or setting training plans to meet your goals? Call the experts at the OhioHealth Runner’s Clinic, (614) 566-1RUN.
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RUNNER’S CLINIC WITH SPECIALIZED PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT
+ Video recording and analysis to assess technique, gait and biomechanics
+ Functional strength and flexibility assessment
+ Personalized exercise recommendations
+ Personalized nutrition counseling with a sports dietitian
+ Expert running shoe evaluation
+ Overall results and recommendations from OhioHealth running performance specialists
OhioHealth Performance Clinic
We get you back in the game or take your game to the next level with one-on-one training from our expert clinicians. No matter your sport, age, or skill level, reach or return to peak performance with our clinics and training sessions.
+ Personal Training: One-on-one training for athletes to improve performance.
+ Get back in the game and stay in the game training: Designed for athletes who want to return to their sport in peak performance or to reduce the risk of injury to improve peak performance
+ Core Performance Clinics: Our bike, golf and thrower’s maximize achieve peak performance through analyzing wellness, biomechanics, functional strength and flexibility and then customizing a training plan to achieve your goals. Reach or return to peak performance through these popular
clinics, or a customized sports clinic. Name your sport and goal and we’ll build your training plan to maximize your performance. Scan to learn more about the performance clinic. PLUS, mention “CapCity10” to receive 10% off any clinic. Offer good through July 31.
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Running has always been more than just a sport to Laurie Bilovesky, it’s been her community, her source of strength and a constant throughout life’s challenges. This year, as she lines up for the OhioHealth Capital City Half & Quarter Marathon, the race holds even greater meaning. As a breast cancer survivor, she’s running to inspire others facing their own battles.
During her cancer treatment at OhioHealth, which included a double mastectomy, radiation and ongoing hormone therapy, Laurie never stopped moving. Running and strength training became her way to reclaim control. As a longtime pacer for Fleet Feet Columbus Marathoners in Training (MIT) program and the M3S Sports Cap City & Fleet Feet Pace Team Powered by On, she was surrounded by friends from the running community who were there for her when she needed it most. “They showed up for me in ways I never expected. I never felt like I was alone in this community at all,” Laurie said.
Now in remission, Laurie is returning to the Cap City race with a renewed sense of purpose. “Crossing that finish line is a statement. I can still do this, and my life didn’t have to change because of a diagnosis,” she said. Early detection made all the difference for Laurie. A routine screening caught her cancer early, allowing her to start treatment quickly and continue doing what she loves. But she knows not everyone has that same access to care.
A portion of each race registration for the OhioHealth Capital City Half & Quarter Marathon will go to support the OhioHealth Foundation. The Foundation will use those dollars to provide funding for OhioHealth’s Mobile Mammography Program, which brings vital breast cancer screenings directly to women in their communities. This service ensures that women who might otherwise face barriers to care can access life-saving screenings.
“There are so many women who are afraid to get screened, afraid to hear what I heard,” Laurie said. “The more we can make screenings accessible, the better. If we can bring it to them and make it easier, it will go a long way in catching cancer earlier.”
For nearly a decade, the OhioHealth Mobile Mammography Program has been offering mammograms to women across the state, covering more than 50 counties with three mobile units. Traveling to care sites, school grounds, community fairs and employer locations, in fiscal year 2024, the units provided more than 4,400 mammograms.
“Having a dedicated fund for mobile mammography means we can advance OhioHealth’s commitment toward bringing vital breast health screenings to women who may be unable to access them due to financial limitations or barriers to transportation”, said Karen Morrison, president, OhioHealth Foundation and senior vice president, OhioHealth. “The OhioHealth Foundation is grateful to be the benefitting charity of this incredible race.”
For Laurie, race day serves as a reminder of the determination that helped her through her journey, and it’s a celebration of everyone striving toward their own finish lines, both on and off the course. “When I’m pacing, I always tell runners, ‘You’ve been with me too long, go finish strong!’” she said. “Watching them push through, cross that line and realize what they’ve achieved is the best feeling in the world.”
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RUN. PARTY. REPEAT
The OhioHealth Capital City Half Marathon
BLOCK PARTY
BANDS & DJS ON THE COURSE
DJ MAZEPPA
DJ FRED BALDARO
MERY STEEL
SEAN SMITH
RIDGEVIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL
SINGULARITY WITH SCOTT BROOKS
DANNY DESANTIS
DJ JUAN LÈON OR JOHNNY HILL
PROPHOCEY
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DIVINE TIMING
JAI CAREY
CEDARS BROTHERS
TOMMY NOONEN
THE OG PLAYERS
COLIN JOHN BAND
NO KEY FITS
RONJAE
THE GROOVE & MORE!
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CAP CITY HALF SPECTATOR VIEWING GUIDE
The OhioHealth Capital City Half Marathon, OhioHealth Quarter Marathon and Columbus Promise 5K can be equally fun for participants and spectators. Here are a few tips to cheer on your favorite runner or walker.
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Downtown
• High and Spring streets
• Front and Long streets
The High and Spring streets location is a short walk from the Start and Finish line and offers prime viewing to see runners and walkers in the Half Marathon, Quarter Marathon and 5K while the Front and Long street location is the perfect spot to see Half and Quarter runners approach the Finish Line.
German Village
• Frankfurt and Third streets
At just past the two-mile mark on the Half Marathon and Quarter Marathon course and just past the 1-mile mark on the 5K course, the German Village location provides ideal viewing for runners and walkers early in the event. After you see your favorite runner walker, hit up one of the nearby coffee shops.
Start Line and Finish Line
The OhioHealth Capital City Half Marathon will feature a combined Start and Finish Line again in 2025. The Start and Finish Line will be located on S. High Street near E. Town Street just southwest of the Byers Xtra Mile Finish Line Party making for a prime viewing location.
Rich and Fourth streets Broad and Fourth streets
After the Start, take a short walk to Rich and Fourth street to see Half Marathon and Quarter Marathon participants at the 3-mile mark or to Broad and Fourth streets to see Half Marathon and Quarter Marathon participants at about the 3.5-mile mark.
High and Vine streets
Watch Half Marathon and Quarter Marathon participants run past the Greater Columbus Convention Center. Afterward, walk over to the North Market for a snack before picking up Half and Quarter fields at Vine and Front streets.
In addition to the OhioHealth Spectator & Sign Making Zones, check out these prime viewing spots:
OhioHealth will sponsor three sign-making zones that will help you motivate your favorite runners and walkers.
Destinee Harris South High School
Eder Pacheco Hernandez Whetstone High School ‘23
Columbus Promise Scholar
THANK YOU, VOLUNTEERS!
The OhioHealth Capital City Half Marathon would not be possible without the efforts of more than 1,500 volunteers (groups and individuals) who work countless hours prior to the race, at the twoday OhioHealth Expotique and on Race Day to make your OhioHealth Capital City Half Marathon experience successful and memorable.
The following GROUPS and ORGANIZATIONS provided volunteers for the 2025 OhioHealth Capital City Half & Quarter Marathon. The Capital City Half & Quarter Marathon is proud to support many of the groups through charitable contributions.
• Association of Notre Dame Clubs, Inc –Columbus
• Boy Scout Troop 192
• Clinical Research Office at Nationwide Children’s
• Columbus State Community College
• Girl Scout Troop 6160
• I Know I Can
• Inten Corporation
• Lululemon
• Ohio State University College of Medicine, Division of Athletic Training
• Ohio State University Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity
• Ohio State University Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity
• OhioHealth
• OhioHealth Rehabilitation Hospital
• Olentangy Liberty High School Swim Team
• Olentangy High School Swim Team
• Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Ohio
• St. Paul AME Church Troop 252
• Upper Arlington High School Track & Field Team
• Westerville Central High School
… and all the individuals who help make the OhioHealth Capital City Half Marathon a tremendous SUCCESS!!
JUNE 21, 2025 | OTTERBEIN UNIVERSITY
The 9.71k The Race running and walking event will feature three events: 9.71k Run/Walk (6.03 miles), 5k Run/Walk (3.1 miles) and the 1 Mile Walk.
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