April 2026 Meet Up

Artwork by Jenn Miller

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Official Race Info More details: capitalcityhalfmarathon.com/event-info/schedule-of-events/

THURSDAY, APRIL 23, 2026

OhioHealth Expotique & Panera Bread Rapid Packet Pickup 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. The Vue Columbus 95 Liberty St., Columbus, OH 43215
Thursday Night Shakeout Run Meet at Nocterra Brewing Co. – Audubon, 516 Maier Pl, Columbus, OH 43215 for a casual 2–3 mile shakeout run up the trail.

FRIDAY, APRIL 24, 2026

OhioHealth Expotique & Panera Bread Rapid Packet Pickup 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. The Vue Columbus 95 Liberty St., Columbus, OH 43215
Pre-Race Pasta Dinner 5–7:30 p.m. Groveport United Methodist Church 512 Main St., Groveport, OH 43125

Catered from Little Italy (across the street). Cost: $15 per person. Menu highlights:

There is plenty of space to gather, socialize, meet new/old friends. Group photo with the flag ~6 p.m. for anyone there.

SATURDAY, APRIL 25, 2026 – Race Day

Start/finish: Corner of S. High St. & W. Town St. (adjacent to Columbus Commons).

Giant Eagle Curbside Express Recovery Zone 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. Secure spot for finisher’s medal + refuel (Panera bagels, fruit, water, Powerade, etc.).
Byers Xtra Mile Finish Line Party 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. John F. Wolfe Columbus Commons
PNC Post-Race Concert 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. John F. Wolfe Columbus Commons Stage
Saturday Afternoon: Rest and recover!
Saturday Night Meet-Up (starting ~5:30 p.m.) Jackie O’s On Fourth 171 N 4th St., Columbus, OH 43215 Great spot to socialize, grab drinks. (21+ after certain hours—check current policy.)

One block away: Pins Mechanical Co. 141 N 4th St., Columbus, OH 43215 Duckpin bowling available—perfect for a few rounds of fun!

Plenty of other downtown venues if you want to explore more on a Saturday night.

SUNDAY, APRIL 26, 2026

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