The Western & Southern Downtown Dash & Block Party at St. X Church began in 2007 as a block party for the entire community. After our kick off’s success, we decided to grow and give back. With the addition of the 5k in 2008, the event took shape and remains the biggest block party and fastest 5k in downtown Cincinnati.

The Block Party features some of Cincinnati’s favorite food, beverages, and live music! | 5pm to Midnight– Block Party, Music & Food | 6:30pm – Kids Dash | 7pm – 5k Race | 9pm – Dash & Triple Crown Winners announced | Vendors include: Avril-Bleh & Sons, City Cellars, Taste of Belgium, Graeter’s, assorted desserts, and a variety of [...]

Registration is now open! Come join us for the best run of the summer or finish out the Triple Crown series.
Race entry includes a tech shirt and Cincinnati’s first “Green” runner’s packet. Online registration ends at 11:59pm on Wednesday, August 3rd so sign up today!