Stars and Strides Race 15K

Fairborn, United States • 18 Jul 2026

Stars and Strides Race 5K, 10K, 15K : Oakes Quarry Park, Fairborn OH

The event takes place at Oakes Quarry Park, 1267 E Xenia Dr, Fairborn, OH 45324. It is a trail running event held on courses that pass limestone cliffs, wooded trails, and quarry viewpoints. The terrain is described as rugged with scenic sections along the quarry.

Distances offered:

  • 5K (3.1 miles)
  • 10K (6.2 miles)
  • 15K (9.3 miles)

Registration opens in late March 2026, with some distances opening on March 27 and others on March 28. Registration closes on July 18, 2026. Entry fees are listed by distance and include different amounts for each distance. Registrations completed by July 10 include a short sleeve race shirt; registrations after July 10 do not include a shirt.

Awards are planned for overall winners in each distance. All finishers will receive a finisher medal. The description of the course emphasizes natural features and varied trail surfaces rather than paved or road running specifics.

The listing presents multiple distance options on the same day at a single park location and indicates separate entry fees per distance. No start or finish times are included here. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

15 km
15k
10 km
10k
5 km
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