2024 KidsLinked Oktoberfest Bubble Run Presented by Ohio ENT & Allergy PhysiciansSunday, 9/8/24 9-11amOhio Expo Center, 717 E. 17th Ave.
As part of 2024 Columbus Oktoberfest Family Day, come join us for this fun Bubble Run that has everything, plus enjoy a pancake breakfast with princesses and superheroes! ALL ages welcome! Run through foam, bubbles, slip n’ slides, candy hunt and a foam cannon in this exciting fun race! After the race, enjoy an all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast with princesses and superheroes. Run either the .25-, .5-, 1- or 2-mile course. Special medals for top 10 finishers in the 1- or 2-mile race. Have fun and enjoy the bubbles!
- SUPER SALE – ENDS Thursday 8/29/24 – Save $5!
- New foam cannon!
- Candy Hunt for .25- & .5-mile participants!
- All-you-can-eat pancake breakfast for all participants – flipping fun!
Oktoberfest Bubble Run Details:
Date: Sunday, September 8, 2024
Where: Ohio Expo Center (717 E. 17th Ave., Columbus, OH 43211)
Start Location: Race is located at the Ohio Department of Natural Resources Pavilion (far south part of the festival in the ODNR park).
Distance: Bubble Run (.25, .5, 1 or 2 Mile)
Start Time:
- 1 & 2 Mile: 10:30 AM
- .25 & .5 Mile: 10:50 AM
Course Description:
- Part 1 - Bubble Machines: Start race with our bubble machines
- Part 2 - Candy Hunt (.25 & .5 mile only): Run to a candy hunt. Lots of treats and prizes!
- Part 3 - Slip ‘N Slide: Run to our slip n’ slides filled with foam
- Part 4 - Foam Cannon: Our new foam cannon – tons of foam!
- Part 5 - Finish Line: Special medals for 1st 10 finishers by gender (1 or 2 mile only). Finish line medal (all participants)
- Part 6 - Post Race: o Enjoy a free all-you-can-eat Pancake breakfast with princesses and superheroes!
Registration Fees (Each participant must register):
Super Sale + Save on Registration Fees if you register by 8/29 – Entry fees increase +$5 after – Race Day is +$10
- All Race Distances - $15
Race Registrants Receive the Following:
BUBBLE RUN - .25 & .5 Mile (9:35AM Race Start):
- Admission to the Bubble Run
- Candy hunt near the finish of the Bubble Run!
- Special item from Ohio ENT & Allergy Physicians
- Finish line medal
- Finish line towel
- All-you-can-eat pancake breakfast for all participants!
BUBBLE RUN - 1 or 2 Mile (9:20AM Race Start):
- Admission to the Bubble Run
- Special item from Ohio ENT & Allergy Physicians
- Special medals for 1st 10 finishers by gender
- Finish line medal
- Finish line towel
- 1 free pass to the waffle bar!
- All-you-can-eat pancake breakfast for all participants!
Packet Pick-up Options:
Saturday, August 10th 9:00AM – Till race starts
- Event Check-in: (North side of parking lot) – look for giant gorilla
- Address: New Hope Church (4739 W Powell Rd, Powell, OH 43065)
Schedule:
Sunday, September 8th
- 9:30AM: Packet Pick-up Opens (Near the main pavilion – look for Smokey the Bear))
- 10:20AM: 1- & 2-Mile Bubble Run Starts
- 10:35AM: .25- & .5-Mile Bubble Run Starts
Course Maps:
This is a super fun course! See map course map (.25 1 loop, .5 miles is 2 loops, 1 mile is 4 loops, and 2 mile is 8 loops). The course is closed to traffic (not on city streets). All of the course is on pavement.
- Race Map: COMING SOON
- NO PETS ALLOWED
Race Day Updates:
Race day updates on the Oktoberfest Run will be either posted on the KidsLinked Facebook page or via email. Final runner instructions will be sent the week of the race!
Inclement Weather Policy:
The Oktoberfest Bubble Run will start as scheduled at 10:30AM and 10:50AM (or start times listed above) regardless of rain, snow or cold temperatures.
If there is visible lightning in the area, the race will be delayed for a minimum of 15 minutes. The race would only be further delayed, postponed or canceled if extreme conditions jeopardize the safety of participants.
Please follow KidsLinked for constant updates and listen closely to all public address announcements on Race Day for information and instruction!
Please note: KidsLinked has a NO REFUND policy for all events. Course closes at 11AM.
Spectator Information:
Friends and family are welcome to watch and cheer! Only runners/walkers with an official race bib for the Oktoberfest Bubble Run will be allowed on the course.