Event Description
PLACE: JULY 12, 2025 at 8AM
In-person race option: Day Air Ballpark (Home of the Dayton Dragons) – 220 Patterson Blvd. Dayton, OH 45402
Virtual race option: Anywhere, USA – it’s virtual!
*PLEASE NOTE, WE HAVE SOLD OUT OF SOME SIZES FOR THE DRAGONS 5K T-SHIRT. WE WILL BE OFFERING A DRAGONS PROMOTIONAL T-SHIRT FOR THOSE WHO SIGN UP FOR THE RACE OPTION WITH NO T-SHIRT ON THE DAY OF BAG PICKUP AND ON RACE DAY.
DESCRIPTION:
Annually, the Dayton Dragons host one of the biggest timed, 5K races in the Miami Valley with over 2,000 participants. With $75 worth of swag included with your entry…you don’t want to miss out on this awesome event!
The Dragons 5K will continue offering a virtual option for those that prefer that method for 2025. What this means is that you can register for the race, then run, walk, or hike your own Dragons 5K in your neighborhood, on a treadmill or at a local park, and then simply input your time online by July 31, 20245. You will still receive your swag bag of items including the 5K t-shirt, medal, and Dragons hat, and now four (4) tickets to a game this summer (we will email all participants about tickets redemption the week after the race date of July 20, 2024).
How to Submit Results (If you select the VIRTUAL OPTION)
Results can be submitted now through July 12, 2025. You can submit online by logging into your RunSignUp account. Click here to Submit Results
Tips for participating in a Virtual Race
https://www.runnersworld.com/races-places/a32189876/how-to-run-virtual-race/
Registration Info
Adults (18 and up) - $25 (Price goes up to $30 on April 8, $35 on June 3, and $40 the week of the race
Youth (17 and under) - $20 (pricing will be adjusted based on DOB input)
Virtual option – add $10 for shipping of race swag bag items. Shipping will happen the week following the Dragons 5K - NOT in advance of the race. Or you can pickup in person on July 20 or the week following the race at the Dragons Box Office (10 AM - 5PM).
If you signup for this race by Sunday, July 5, 2025 we can guarantee you will receive your 5K t-shirt, medal, and Dragons hat. Otherwise, we are unable to guarantee all the items and desired t-shirt size.
*T-shirt sizes are available and medals are available while supplies last
RACE SWAG BAG PICKUP
You will be able to pick up your race swag bag and race bib the day prior to the Dragons 5K – Friday, July 19. Pick-up will start at 8 AM at Day Air Ballpark (located at the Dragons Box Office) and end at 6 PM. You can have another individual pick these items for you by simply providing your name and showing their ID.
Regarding “Day of” pickup, you can do this starting at 7 AM at the designated stations located near the Dragons Box Office at Day Air Ballpark.
"Post Event" pickup (for virtual participants if they don’t want to pay shipping) - You can do this starting Monday, July 22 - Friday, July 26 at the Dragons Box Office from 10 AM to 5 PM.
PS – Remember that the race now starts @ 8 AM! There are no pre-assigned start times.
For more questions and info – please visit www.daytondragons.com/dragons5k or email Jake Arthur at jake.arthur@daytondragons.com.
Prizes
All participants for the in-person race will be electronically timed. Results will be provided to the Dragons following the completion of the race and winners for the various categories below will receive notification from the Dragons via email by Monday, July 22. Participants can view their finish time and place for the Dragons 5K online. Click here to view final results.
Overall prizes will be awarded to the top three men and women. Age group prizes will be given to the top three finishers in the following categories for men and women:
Age Group Top Finishers
- 1st Place: $15 Team Store E-Gift Card
- 2nd Place: $10 Team Store E-Gift Card
- 3rd Place: $5 Team Store E-Gift Card
- * Under 10, 11-15, 16-20, 21-25, 26-30, 31-35, 36-40, 41-45, 46-50, 51-55, 56-60, 61-65, 66-70, 71-75, 76-80, 80 + up
Age group award times will be determined by chip time. Overall winners are not eligible for group awards and will receive an engraved Dragons bat honoring their achievement.
Top 3 Overall - Male
- 1st Place: Engraved Bat
- 2nd Place: Engraved Bat
- 3rd Place: Engraved Bat
Top 3 Overall - Female
- 1st Place: Engraved Bat
- 2nd Place: Engraved Bat
- 3rd Place: Engraved Bat
Top 3 Overall - Non-Binary
- 1st Place: Engraved Bat
- 2nd Place: Engraved Bat
- 3rd Place: Engraved Bat
Master's Overall (40-50) Male & Female
1st Place: Engraved Bat
Grand Master's Overall (50 and up) Male & Female
1st Place: Engraved Bat
Regular Group Prizes (Groups of 10 or more)
- 1st Place: Luxury Suite in early 2025 season (Basic food package included, no alcohol)
- 2nd Place: Group Outing (Stadium Seats) late 2025 season or early in 2026 season
- 3rd Place: $75 Dragons Gift Card
High School Group Prizes (Groups of 5 or more)
- More information to come!
*Please note that virtual participants are not eligible for prizes.
CLICK HERE FOR PRIOR YEARS RESULTS AND PICTURES
The 2024 Dragons 5K is being presented by Orthopedic Associates. As the regional leader in comprehensive orthopedic care, our passion is helping Dayton's families get back to doing what they love. We are proud to be the trusted orthopedic provider serving your Dayton Dragons for more than a decade. Learn more at www.OAdoctors.com
