Applefest Race: Join the 10k, 15k, or 5k

The 36th Annual Applefest 10k/15k run and 5k run/walk are a part of the Lebanon, Ohio Applefest held each year. All 3 race distances will start near the outdoor pool pavilion. The 5k is mostly a flat route on the Deerfield Rd sidewalk, then take a right onto Turtle Creek Union Rd, right on Natalie Lane to the end of the street, right onto the bike trail, right onto the sidewalk, right into the YMCA entrance, and finish line. The 10k splits left onto the bike trail with a turnaround back to the YMCA, following the same finish as the 5k. The 15k goes further out on the bike trail before turning around and heading back to the YMCA.

The Applefest 5k/10k/15k run/walk proceeds go directly to our community outreach programs. Join us to keep going and giving!

How will race proceeds benefit the Y?

Here at Countryside YMCA, we support the community year-round with outreach efforts. Your participation in the Applefest Run helps fund LiveSTRONG® at the YMCA, which is a free program for adult cancer survivors and comes with a courtesy membership for the 12 weeks of the program. Part of the Y’s commitment to strengthening community through healthy living, the program offers adults affected by cancer a safe, supportive environment to participate in physical and social activities focused on strengthening the whole person. Learn more about LiveSTRONG® at the YMCA

Date	Saturday, September 26, 2026
Pricing	$35 Early Bird Registration (on or before August 31) $40 Registration (after August 31) $20 Youth Age 6-16 (5 & under are free) T-shirt included (unisex, must order by September 9^th to guarantee) Proceeds from this event will go towards the Countryside YMCA Annual Campaign to support our LiveStrong® at the YMCA program.
Registration	Click Here to Register
Location	Countryside YMCA \| Lebanon
Sponsorships	Please contact Jasmine Lee at 513 932 1424 ext. 140 to sign up as a sponsor. Sponsorship Form

Apple and Ribbon paper cutouts. In honor of and in memory of. LiveStrong at the YMCA

Show Your Support with an Apple or Ribbon Cutout

Unable to participate in the AppleFest Race but still want to make a difference?

Support the LiveSTRONG® at the YMCA cancer survivor program by donating $1 for a paper apple or ribbon cutout. Each one includes space to write a name in honor or in memory of someone special.

Choose from a red apple or a yellow ribbon—both proudly display the LiveSTRONG at the YMCA message and will be showcased in our facility leading up to race day.

Purchase yours at the Member Services Desk to fill out and display, or click below to buy online.

Donate $1