Nearly 400 participants came out to enjoy the new scenery that included the American flag-lined Putnam St Bridge. Traffic was stopped for racers to cross the bridge safely and with a fantastic view of the Muskingum and Ohio Rivers. Participants then traveled along the course into the historic Harmar area of town and circled back to cross the Putnam Bridge a second time. The last stretch of the race took place along Front St. and the river trail/bike path, leading finishers to cross the line at the gazebo in Muskingum Park.
We’re grateful to everyone who supported the race, volunteered, participated, or cheered on the racers! It was a huge success, and we’re looking forward to another great event next year.
The Ohio River Sternwheel Festival will host its 12th annual Ohio River Sternwheel Festival 5K Run and Walk Saturday, May 28, at 8:00 a.m. in East Muskingum Park, Marietta, Ohio.
Registration will be from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. on the day of the race. The starting line will be in Muskingum Park in front of the Start Westward Monument at 8 a.m. The preregistration fee is $20 and must be postmarked by May 20. After May 20, the fee will be $25. There is no charge for participants in the kids’ race, age 11 and under. Proceeds from the event will help fund this year’s Sternwheel Festival. The course will lead participants to the Marietta boat ramp, to the bike path, and finish at the Start Westward Monument. Awards will be given to runners and walkers in various age categories for first, second, and third places.
Awards to the first three males and first three females overall, and the top three males and females in each age group listed in the Run and Walk Divisions: 11 and under, 12-15, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 and over. All awards must be picked up during the race day awards ceremony or forfeited.
All proceeds earned from this event benefit The Ohio River Sternwheel Festival being held on September 9th, 10th, and 11th.
Eager runners and walkers made the 13th Annual Ohio River Sternwheel Festival 5K Run and Walk a major success!
The race was held on May 27, 2023 in East Muskingum Park in Marietta. Participants started above the Start Westward Monument, made their way down Front Street to the boat ramp, then traveled back up the bike path finishing at the gazebo.
For a complete list of race results, visit https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/107481 The 14th Annual Ohio River Sternwheel
Festival 5K Run and Walk will be held Saturday May 25, 2024. Please join our runners and walkers for an enjoyable event!
Each year, the Ohio River Sternwheel festival draws crowds of up to 100,000 people to Ohio’s oldest city for a party in the streets. At the confluence of the Ohio and Muskingum rivers, festival-goers enjoy paddle-wheelers, events, and the famous fireworks display. Our sponsors and volunteers are essential for the continuation of this beloved festival tradition in our riverboat town.
Help new generations fall in love with historic Marietta by supporting the area’s biggest annual celebration.
The Ohio River Sternwheel Festival in Marietta, Ohio takes place the weekend after labor day. Enjoy a weekend of family fun, fireworks and more. Admission is free.
