2025 Cincinnati Aruna Run
Labor Day, September 1, 2025
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Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
10K Run/Walk
Price changes in 7 days 12 hours-
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Register for 10K Run/Walk$48.70
Early Bird Discount! $45 + processing fee
Now registering May 1 – May 31 -
$54.00
$50 + processing fee
Jun 1 – Aug 17 -
$59.30
$55 + processing fee
Aug 18 – Sep 1
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5K Run/Walk
Price changes in 7 days 12 hours-
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Register for 5K Run/Walk$38.10
Early Bird Discount! $35 + processing fee
Now registering May 1 – May 31 -
$43.40
$40 + processing fee
Jun 1 – Aug 17 -
$48.70
$45 + processing fee
Aug 18 – Sep 1
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1-Mile Run/Walk
Price changes in 7 days 12 hours-
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Register for 1-Mile Run/Walk$32.80
Early Bird Discount! $30 + processing fee
Now registering May 1 – May 31 -
$38.10
$35 + processing fee
Jun 1 – Aug 17 -
$43.40
$40 + processing fee
Aug 18 – Sep 1
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10K - Virtual
Price changes in 7 days 12 hours-
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Register for 10K - Virtual$57.18
Early Bird Discount! $53 + processing fee. Includes shipping.
Now registering May 1 – May 31 -
$62.48
$58 + processing fee. Includes shipping.
Jun 1 – Aug 24 -
$67.78
$63 + processing fee. Includes shipping.
Aug 25 – Sep 1
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5K - Virtual
Price changes in 7 days 12 hours-
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Register for 5K - Virtual$46.58
Early Bird Discount! $43 + processing fee. Includes shipping.
Now registering May 1 – May 31 -
$51.88
$48 + processing fee. Includes shipping.
Jun 1 – Aug 24 -
$57.18
$53 + processing fee. Includes shipping.
Aug 25 – Sep 1
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1-Mile - Virtual
Price changes in 7 days 12 hours-
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Register for 1-Mile - Virtual$41.28
Early Bird Discount! $38 + processing fee. Includes shipping.
Now registering May 1 – May 31 -
$46.58
$43 + processing fee. Includes shipping.
Jun 1 – Aug 24 -
$51.88
$48 + processing fee. Includes shipping.
Aug 25 – Sep 1
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Volunteers
Run Details
Date: Labor Day, 9/1/2024
Location: Smale Riverfront Park, 166 W. Mehring Way, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Click here for map of start/finish line location
Events:
- 10K
- 5K
- 1-Mile
- Virtual 10K, 5K, 1-Mile - Click here for details
Age Requirements for Participation:
- 10K - Must be at least 12 years old to participate
- 5K - All ages are welcome
- 1-Mile - All ages are welcome
Start Times:
- 6:30 a.m. - Packet pick-up & walk-up registration open
- 8:00 a.m. - 10K & 5K start
- 9:30 a.m. - 1-Mile starts
Registration Fees: 100% of fee goes to free, employ, and empower trafficked women
- May 1-May 31: 10K $45; 5K $35; 1-Mile $30
- June 1-August 17: 10K $50; 5K $40; 1-Mile $35
- August 18-September 1: 10K $55; 5K $45; 1-Mile $40
**Register by August 1 to guarantee your shirt
Packet Pick-Up: There are two opportunities to pick up your race bib and run swag:
- At the Run Expo on Sunday, 8/31, at MadTree Brewing from 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
- At the Run on Monday, 9/1, at Smale Riverfront Park. Opens at 6:30 a.m. and will remain open until 10-minutes before the start of each race
Courses: Each race will start/end in Smale Riverfront Park. Click here to view course maps
Results: All three races will be chip timed. Download the RacePenguin Timing Mobile App for easy access to race day results and live map tracking athletes.
Parking: Paid parking is available at Central Riverfront Garage and in select surface lots.
RUN EXPO! All participants are encouraged to come to the run expo on Sunday, August 31 at MadTree Brewing in Oakley (3301 Madison Road, Cincinnati, OH) from 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. to pick up their race bibs and swag items. In addition to shopping at the Aruna shop, plan time to visit and shop with expo vendors representing Aruna sponsors, partners, and supporters.
Volunteers: We need volunteers at the Aruna Run Expo on 8/31 and at the race on 9/1! Select "Volunteer" sub-event during registration.
Swag
Register by August 1 to guarantee your t-shirt
This year's swag features an Aruna Packing Cube, made in freedom by Aruna Artisans, a District Concert Tee in Navy, an Aruna sticker, and a finisher medal. The t-shirt sleeve features the names of the 10 trafficked women whose freedom Aruna Run Series participants will run and walk for this year.
Note: The decision to offer the District Short Sleeve Shirt, instead of the originally planned Jerzee Nublend Sweatshirt, stems from the need to reduce expenses as we work to navigate the economic impact of recent tariffs while still ensuring a high quality race experience. We appreciate your understanding.
Team Building & Fundraising
Build Your Team
Registering as a team captain and building a team is one of the most powerful ways you can support the cause as 100% of registration fees go to free, employ, and empower trafficked women.
- Get 15 people to join your team to receive an Aruna Sport Duffel
- Build the largest team and win a special prize
Prize determination will be based on number of team members by Saturday, 8/30, at 12:00 p.m. (Noon).
Utilize these resources to start building your team:
- Respond to and share the Cincinnati Aruna Run Facebook event
- Download an image to share on social media and post it with an invite to join your team
- Print an event flyer and put it up in your office, church, gym, or at your favorite coffee shop
Fundraise Together
You can take your team's impact to the next level by committing to individual and team fundraising goals. Prize determination will be based on money raised raised by Saturday, 8/30, at 12:00 p.m. (Noon).
- Raise $250 individually and receive an Aruna Chaya Headband
- Compete for individual and team fundraising prizes! Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 individual and team fundraisers.
Title Sponsor
Our title sponsor, Meyer Brothers and Sons, is a family-owned residential design and construction business. Since 1978, the Meyer family has been helping other Cincinnati families bring to fruition residential projects in a creative, organized, and efficient manner while maintaining the highest quality possible by their talented team of architects, designers, project managers and craftsmen. They specialize in architectural designed, character specific additions and whole home remodels that often feature their custom cabinetry line.
We are grateful for Meyer Brothers and Sons taking a stand against human trafficking by being the title sponsor of the run. Make sure to stop by their booth at the run expo and post-run party to learn more about their business and how they can help you with your next project. You can also check them out on Instagram and Facebook.
Runner Testimonials
FAQs
Are walkers welcome?
Of course! Whether walking or running, we are all out there for the same goal -- to raise funds to help bring freedom to the sexually enslaved.
Are dogs welcome?
As much as we love our furry, four-legged friends, they are not allowed to participate in the race. However, they are welcome to cheer on the sidelines along the course.
Can I push a stroller?
Yes! You are welcome to push a stroller in the race. We just ask that you start towards the back to ensure the safety of all participants. A child being pushed in a stroller does not need to be registered for the race.
Are there minimum age requirements to enter the event?
For the 10K race, participants must be at least 12 years old to participate. The 5K and 1-Mile races are open to all ages.
Can you share the stories of the women we are running for?
We are often asked if we can provide more information about the women we run for at the race. As the women we run for are still enslaved in the brothel system, we do not share personal details of their stories in order to respect their privacy and ensure their safety. The stories we do share are of human trafficking survivors employed in our Freedom Business who grant us permission to do so.
How is the money raised from the run used?
The Aruna Run series is the catalyst of the freedom process with a majority of the money raised funding our Training Centers in Southeast Asia. It is here that trafficked women come to receive a hot meal, counseling, and skill and trade development to prepare them to step into our Freedom Business.
Contact information
- Event contact
- Sarah Prudhomme
- Website
- Visit website
Top teams
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Ain't dead yet!$363.23 Raised$3,000.00 Goal |
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Run by StillWatersRaised:$207.56 |
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Missio DeiRaised:$129.73 |
Top fundraisers
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View fundraiser page for Elise
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Elise Price$363.23 Raised$1,000.00 Goal |
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| 2 |
View fundraiser page for Aaron
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Aaron Sandford$103.78 Raised$100.00 Goal |
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| 3 |
View fundraiser page for Hannah
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Hannah Stuk$103.78 Raised$1,000.00 Goal |
Sponsors
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Title Sponsor
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Platinum Level Sponsors
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Gold Level Sponsors
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Silver Level Sponsors
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Bronze Level Sponsors
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Running Store Partner
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Hydration Partners
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Food Partners
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Media Partners
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Accessibility Partners
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Race Timer
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Run Photographers
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Local Charity Partner
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