Race Day
Saturday, November 11, 2023.
7AM Check in and registration open.
9AM Race begins.
Registration
Online registration is open from August 11, 2023 to November 6, 2023 at Midnight.
If you do not pre-register online in advance of race day, you can register on site at packet pickup or on race morning. We are CASHLESS again this year! Bring your phone, and you can scan a QR code to register on your own device. Volunteers will be able to assist you if needed.
Race Location
Great American Ballpark
100 Joe Nuxhall Way
Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Street Closures
Street closures will be posted closer to race day.
Course Map
There will also be a 1 mile route option. Signage and volunteers will direct those who want to take the shorter route.
Motorcycle Ride
Coming soon!
Timing
Back by demand, all DAV 5K Cincinnati participants will receive a timing chip as part of their registration. The timing chip will be included as a part of your packet automatically. We will post the timing website closer to race day for you to be able to lookup your race time.
Back by demand, all DAV 5K Cincinnati participants will receive a timing chip as part of their registration. The timing chip will be included as a part of your packet automatically. We will post the timing website closer to race day for you to be able to lookup your race time.
Finisher awards will be given to the top Veteran Male and Female finisher, and top Civilian Male and Female finisher.
Packet Pickup
Thursday, November 9th and Friday, November 10th from 9 am – 7pm
DAV National Headquarters
During this time, you will be able to pick up your race bib and shirt.
Can’t make it November 9 or 10? Pick up your bib and shirt starting at 7AM on race morning at registration at Great American Ballpark.
Parking
Lot B
Lot E
Lot U
Cincinnati Riverfront Garage West, Race Street Entrance:
Cincinnati Riverfront Garage at The Banks Entrance:
Boadway Lot
East Garage
Download this parking map for other parking options near the DAV 5K location.
Bag Check
On race day, Bag Check will be located in front of Great American Ball Park. All belongings must be claimed by 11AM. Any unclaimed bags will be taken to DAV Headquarters and can be picked up by appointment by emailing dav5k@dav.org.
Post Party
Even after you cross the finish line, the fun of race day isn’t over! Meet us at The Banks on Freedom Way at Joe Nuxhall Way directly across from Great American Ball Park for the after party! Veterans receive a complimentary drink and all participants enjoy light refreshments at themed branch of service locations at The Banks!
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