REDLEGS RUN IS SATURDAY, MAY 31, 2025
ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE REDS COMMUNITY FUND.
ABOUT THE RACE
Entry fees are per person for each race.
Join runners and walkers in the 24th annual CollegeAdvantage Redlegs Run presented by TriHealth at Great American Ball Park and help raise funds for the Reds Community Fund. Walkers and runners of all ages are welcome, with the exception of the Gapper's Kids Fun Run, which is limited to kids ages 10 and under. All participants will receive a custom race medal, race t-shirt, professional chip-timing with live results, a post-race party in the First Star Fan Zone and (1) View Level ticket to the Tuesday, June 17 Reds vs Twins home game.
8:00 am
10K starts near the corner of Mehring Way and Broadway Street (near the Paddle Wheel).
- The 6.2-mile course starts at Great American Ball Park, winds through downtown Cincinnati and finishes inside the ballpark near home plate.
5K starts near the corner of Mehring Way and Broadway Street (near the Paddle Wheel).
- The 3.1-mile course starts at Great American Ball Park, winds through downtown Cincinnati and finishes inside the ballpark near home plate.
9:00 am
One Mile Run starts near the corner of Mehring Way and Broadway Street (near the Paddle Wheel).
- The 1-mile course starts at Great American Ball Park, turns around by Paycor Stadium and finishes inside the ballpark near home plate.
- Registration for the One Mile Run will remain open until the start of the race.
- Note: entry fees are per person for this race.
10:00 am
Gapper¡¯s Kids Fun Run (children 10 years and younger) starts inside Great American Ball Park on the warning track. Please enter via the First Star Fan Zone and head down to the field using the stairs by Section 133 by 9:45am.
- This short course is along the warning track inside Great American Ball Park.
- Registration for the Gapper¡¯s Kids Fun Run will remain open until the start of the race.
PACKET PICK UP
Participants will receive an email approximately one week prior to the race confirming dates and times for packet pick-up. Please check this website for the most up-to-date information.
All packet pick-ups will be located at Great American Ball Park inside of the main gates. You may use short term street parking of Joe Nuxhall Way.
Bibs will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis during packet pick-up.
You can pick up another participant¡¯s bib for them. Please have their first and last name and the race they registered for. If they have a common name like John Smith, please provide their birthdate too.
- Friday, May 30: 11:00am EDT ¨C 7:00pm EST
- Saturday, May 31 (race morning): 6:30am EST - start of race
COURSE MAPS
2025 Course maps available soon¡
VOLUNTEERS
Interested in volunteering for the Redlegs Run? Volunteers provide crucial support for thousands of Reds racers. There are a variety of positions available, making it the perfect event for everyone!
- Over 150 volunteers are needed on race day for a variety of tasks.
- Volunteers are needed from 6:00am ¨C 11:30am, shift times may vary depending upon assignments.
- Ability to pair up with friends or family members.
- All volunteers will receive a race shirt.
- Breakfast will be provided.
- Each volunteer will receive two (2) View Level tickets to the Tuesday, June 17 Reds vs. Twins home game.
- Event information will be e-mailed to volunteers one week prior to the event.
Volunteers will need to commit to working an entire shift. Please make sure you are available from the start to finish of desired positions. Volunteers must be 16 years or older. If you are interested in working with a friend, please indicate the name of the volunteer you¡¯d like to be paired with.
Groups are welcome! It is a great team-building event for schools, clubs, sports teams, fraternities, sororities and business. We are happy to provide verification of community service hours in return. One chaperone is required for every 10 volunteers under 18 to ensure sufficient supervision. Please be thoughtful regarding the number of volunteers your group will be able to supply as we rely on your anticipated number to ensure coverage and full support for our participants.
If you would like to volunteer, please reach out to Jake Ware at [email protected]
PARKING
Please give yourself ample time to travel to Great American Ball Park, find parking, and get to the start line. Traffic may be heavy on race morning. The Reds Community Fund encourages arriving early and carpooling. Arrive early if you plan on parking near the start line. Roads surrounding Great American Ball Park will close at 7:30am. Please be aware of the course map when looking for parking. Roads will re-open approximately 30 minutes after the last participant clears each race section. All roads will open no later than 10:30am.
Please note: SP+ manages the parking and on-site traffic operation for Great American all Park. Parking prices are subject to change without further notice.
REDLEGS RUN FAQS
For any additional questions regarding Redlegs Run, please reach out to Jake Ware at [email protected].
Registration fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. Sorry, no exceptions. This means once we receive your registration, you are unable to receive a refund if you cannot participate. This No Refunds Policy applies even if the Event is cancelled for any reason. If this occurs, your registration fee will be considered a tax-deductible donation to the Reds Community Fund to be utilized for one of their many outreach initiatives.