Emerald Miles 5K Run/Walk

Cincinnati, Ohio
Emerald Miles 5K Run/Walk official race logo - running event in Cincinnati, Ohio
DATE:
TIME:
LOCATION:
Cincinnati, Ohio
PRICE:
Free
DISTANCES:
3 Events: 3.1 Miles, 3.1 Miles, 3.1 Miles

About Emerald Miles 5K Run/Walk

The Emerald Miles 5k Run/Walk Has a New Location!!! Same great race benefitting the same great cause but will again start and finish at Moerlein Lager House. This new venue will give us space for pre-registration as well as an awesome after party, including one free beer/soda per participant (21+ and must show ID at event for a beer ticket) participants, music, food, and much more! Top male and female finishers will receive Moerlein House gift cards. Additionally, the top 40 male and the top 40 female finishers will receive a prize from Queen City Running. 

After the race, stick around for a drink, Moerlein's Irish Specials, an Irish Band, awards, and then the Cincy St. Patty's Day Parade! Parking is available through the city garage underneath Moerlein or at the Public Landing (just a short walk away). 

Join the Epilepsy Alliance Ohio as we host our annual Emerald Miles 5K Run/Walk on Saturday March 14, 2026, at Moerlein Lauger House in memory of Dennis Stemler and everyone living with seizures.  Your participation in this event helps the Epilepsy Alliance Ohio provide valuable services to our community including counseling, support groups, community education, group homes, Camp Flame Catcher for youth with epilepsy, an Adult Day Program and much more! To find out more about the unique services the Epilepsy Alliance Ohio provides, please visit: www.epilepsy-ohio.org

Please Note: Due to the rising cost of shirts, we are adding an additional $5 to registration fees for shirts. Selecting a shirt size will add $5 to your registration fees. If you do not want a shirt, select none for shirt size. Purple shirt options are available for those with epilepsy! Registrations completed after 2/28/2026, shirt selections will be limited!

There are a few ways you can support the Epilepsy Alliance Ohio through this event! You can register for the race; register and create a team to not only encourage your friends and family to join you in the race but to also challenge yourself, family, and friends to help you raise funds for the EAO; register and join your favorite team; donate to your favorite team or donate to the EAO to help fund our vital programs and services. No donation is too small!
The Epilepsy Alliance Ohio is dedicated to supporting those impacted by epilepsy in local communities by confronting the spectrum of challenges created by seizures. The Epilepsy Alliance Ohio (new name same mission) has been in existence since 1953; we provide direct services to optimize each person's understanding of epilepsy and to improve their methods of coping with epilepsy.

We have a new program where you can earn money back on your registration simply by referring others to the event.

Here is how it works:

1. Register yourself
2. When you receive your confirmation in your email, share the unique referral link with others you know.
3. When those that you refer, register using your unique referral link, you earn a credit.
4. When you have earned 5 referral credits (paid registrations), you will automatically receive $5 back on the credit card you used to originally register. After the 5 referrals have been achieved, thereafter for every paid registration that you refer you will receive $1 back. We will only stop paying for referrals once the amount you receive back in referral money equals the amount you paid for your registration.
Very Important - In order to receive a referral credit, the people you refer HAVE TO use your unique referral link to register. We are unable to make any manual adjustments.
If you have any questions about this program, please contact us. If you can't find your referral link, let us know and we can resend your confirmation to you. You can also find your confirmation in your runsignup.com account (created when you registered). Thank you so much for your support!

Fees: 

 - Individual (13 and over) Pre-registration - 12/17/25 to 3/13/26 at 11:59pm is $35 (event shirt is $5 additional); Same Day Registration is $40 (does not include a shirt).

 - Individual (12 and under) Pre-registration - 12/17/25 to 3/13/26 at 11:59pm is $20 (event shirt is $5 additional); Same Day Registration is $25 (does not include a shirt).

 - Team Registration** (creating or joining) Pre-Registration - 12/17/25 to 3/13/26 at 11:59pm is $30 (event shirt is $5 additional); Same Day Registration is $40 (does not include a shirt). ** Includes age-based pricing for 12 and under**

 - Children 2 and under in strollers are free, but do not receive an event shirt, bib, or award.

 - Same day registration is from 8am to 8:50am with the race starting at 9am.

All pre-registration event shirts must be picked up by 9am on race day or they will be forfeited.

Emerald Miles 5K Run/WalkThe Emerald Miles 5k Run/Walk Has a New Location!!! Same great race benefitting the same great cause but will again start and finish at Moerlein Lager House. This new venue will give us space for pre-registration as well as an awesome after party, including one free beer/soda per participant (21+ and must show ID at event for a beer ticket) participants, music, food, and much more! Top male and female finishers will receive Moerlein House gift cards. Additionally, the top 40 male and the top 40 female finishers will receive a prize from Queen City Running.  After the race, stick around for a drink, Moerlein's Irish Specials, an Irish Band, awards, and then the Cincy St. Patty's Day Parade! Parking is available through the city garage underneath Moerlein or at the Public Landing (just a short walk away).  Join the Epilepsy Alliance Ohio as we host our annual Emerald Miles 5K Run/Walk on Saturday March 14, 2026, at Moerlein Lauger House in memory of Dennis Stemler and everyone living with seizures.  Your participation in this event helps the Epilepsy Alliance Ohio provide valuable services to our community including counseling, support groups, community education, group homes, Camp Flame Catcher for youth with epilepsy, an Adult Day Program and much more! To find out more about the unique services the Epilepsy Alliance Ohio provides, please visit: www.epilepsy-ohio.org Please Note: Due to the rising cost of shirts, we are adding an additional $5 to registration fees for shirts. Selecting a shirt size will add $5 to your registration fees. If you do not want a shirt, select none for shirt size. Purple shirt options are available for those with epilepsy! Registrations completed after 2/28/2026, shirt selections will be limited! There are a few ways you can support the Epilepsy Alliance Ohio through this event! You can register for the race; register and create a team to not only encourage your friends and family to join you in the race but to also challenge yourself, family, and friends to help you raise funds for the EAO; register and join your favorite team; donate to your favorite team or donate to the EAO to help fund our vital programs and services. No donation is too small! The Epilepsy Alliance Ohio is dedicated to supporting those impacted by epilepsy in local communities by confronting the spectrum of challenges created by seizures. The Epilepsy Alliance Ohio (new name same mission) has been in existence since 1953; we provide direct services to optimize each person's understanding of epilepsy and to improve their methods of coping with epilepsy. We have a new program where you can earn money back on your registration simply by referring others to the event. Here is how it works: 1. Register yourself 2. When you receive your confirmation in your email, share the unique referral link with others you know. 3. When those that you refer, register using your unique referral link, you earn a credit. 4. When you have earned 5 referral credits (paid registrations), you will automatically receive $5 back on the credit card you used to originally register. After the 5 referrals have been achieved, thereafter for every paid registration that you refer you will receive $1 back. We will only stop paying for referrals once the amount you receive back in referral money equals the amount you paid for your registration. Very Important - In order to receive a referral credit, the people you refer HAVE TO use your unique referral link to register. We are unable to make any manual adjustments. If you have any questions about this program, please contact us. If you can't find your referral link, let us know and we can resend your confirmation to you. You can also find your confirmation in your runsignup.com account (created when you registered). Thank you so much for your support! Fees:   - Individual (13 and over) Pre-registration - 12/17/25 to 3/13/26 at 11:59pm is $35 (event shirt is $5 additional); Same Day Registration is $40 (does not include a shirt).  - Individual (12 and under) Pre-registration - 12/17/25 to 3/13/26 at 11:59pm is $20 (event shirt is $5 additional); Same Day Registration is $25 (does not include a shirt).  - Team Registration** (creating or joining) Pre-Registration - 12/17/25 to 3/13/26 at 11:59pm is $30 (event shirt is $5 additional); Same Day Registration is $40 (does not include a shirt). ** Includes age-based pricing for 12 and under**  - Children 2 and under in strollers are free, but do not receive an event shirt, bib, or award.  - Same day registration is from 8am to 8:50am with the race starting at 9am. All pre-registration event shirts must be picked up by 9am on race day or they will be forfeited.
Cincinnati, OH

Race Events & Distances

Choose from 3 race distances available for Emerald Miles 5K Run/Walk in Cincinnati, OH. Registration includes timing, finisher medals, and post-race refreshments.

Child Individual 5k (12 and under)

3.1 Miles
Distance
3.1 Miles
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
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Frequently Asked Questions about Child Individual 5k (12 and under)

How long is the Child Individual 5k (12 and under)?
The Child Individual 5k (12 and under) covers 3.1 Miles.
What time does the Child Individual 5k (12 and under) start?
The Child Individual 5k (12 and under) starts at 9:00:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the Child Individual 5k (12 and under)?
Registration for the Child Individual 5k (12 and under) costs $0.00.
Where is the Child Individual 5k (12 and under) located?
The Child Individual 5k (12 and under) takes place in Cincinnati, OH.

Team Registration (All Ages)

3.1 Miles
Distance
3.1 Miles
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
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Emerald Miles 5K Run/Walk Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about Team Registration (All Ages)

How long is the Team Registration (All Ages)?
The Team Registration (All Ages) covers 3.1 Miles.
What time does the Team Registration (All Ages) start?
The Team Registration (All Ages) starts at 9:00:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the Team Registration (All Ages)?
Registration for the Team Registration (All Ages) costs $0.00.
Where is the Team Registration (All Ages) located?
The Team Registration (All Ages) takes place in Cincinnati, OH.

Adult Individual 5k (13 and older)

3.1 Miles
Distance
3.1 Miles
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
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Emerald Miles 5K Run/Walk Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about Adult Individual 5k (13 and older)

How long is the Adult Individual 5k (13 and older)?
The Adult Individual 5k (13 and older) covers 3.1 Miles.
What time does the Adult Individual 5k (13 and older) start?
The Adult Individual 5k (13 and older) starts at 9:00:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the Adult Individual 5k (13 and older)?
Registration for the Adult Individual 5k (13 and older) costs $0.00.
Where is the Adult Individual 5k (13 and older) located?
The Adult Individual 5k (13 and older) takes place in Cincinnati, OH.

Registration Information

Registration is typically available online until race day (subject to capacity). Early registration is recommended for guaranteed entry and potential early bird pricing. Check with race organizers for specific event details and included amenities.

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