BTA Blue Blaze Festival

09/22/2026

We are looking forward to seeing Trial runners and hiker this Saturday for the Blue Blaze Festival trail run. Awards are waiting for your. Top overall award for the 5K, 10K and Half Marathon.

09/21/2026

Only 4 days until the Blue Blaze Festival kicks off in Shawnee, Ohio, landing on National Public Lands Day, September 25 to 26.
Trail runs, hikes, backpacking, presentations, workshops, and a chance to learn real trail building skills. Something for everyone in the family.

Friday, September 25th
4 to 7pm: Trail run and hike packet pickup
6pm: Presentations begin
6pm: Live music by Mike Ratliff, outdoor performance

Saturday, September 26th
7am: Trail run and hike packet pickup
8am: 10 Mile Hike begins
9am: Half Marathon and 10K begin
9:15am: 5K begins
10am: Learn about trail work, hands on maintenance along the BT
11am: Presentations begin
A Backpacking Workshop also starts Friday at 10am, with introductions and orientation before heading out on the trail for an overnight trek.

Learn more and sign up at runsignup.com/Race/OH/Shawnee/RunForBlueBlazes

09/14/2026

Only 11 days until the Blue Blaze Festival kicks off in Shawnee, Ohio, landing on National Public Lands Day, September 25 to 26.

Trail runs, hikes, backpacking, presentations, workshops, and a chance to learn real trail building skills. Something for everyone in the family.

Friday, September 25th
4 to 7pm: Trail run and hike packet pickup
6pm: Presentations begin
6pm: Live music by Mike Ratliff, outdoor performance

Saturday, September 26th
7am: Trail run and hike packet pickup
8am: 10 Mile Hike begins
9am: Half Marathon and 10K begin
9:15am: 5K begins
10am: Learn about trail work, hands on maintenance along the BT
11am: Presentations begin

A Backpacking Workshop also starts Friday at 10am, with introductions and orientation before heading out on the trail for an overnight trek.

Learn more and sign up at runsignup.com/Race/OH/Shawnee/RunForBlueBlazes

09/02/2026

Blue Blaze Festival is coming to historic Shawnee, Ohio. Two days, one historic trail town live music, 5K,10K, half marathon races and an overnight backpacking trip. Don't miss a stop at the newly opened Tecumseh Theater • Tecumseh Commons and say hello to our amazing friends Little Cities of Black Diamonds.
We cant wait to see you in Shawnee September 25-26 2026

08/17/2026

08/17/2026

The Blue Blaze Festival is on National Public Lands Day. In addition to the trail runs and 10-hike, there is a Backpacking Workshop starting on Friday at 10:00am. Introductions and orientation before heading out on the trail for an overnight trek.
https://runsignup.com/Race/OH/Shawnee/RunForBlueBlazes

08/16/2026

The Blue Blaze Festival on National Public Lands Day, September 25-26 in Shawnee Ohio. Hike, Trail Runs, Backpacking, presentations, workshops and opportunity to learn about trail building. Something for everyone in your family.

Friday, Sept 25th
4-7pm Trail run and hike packet pickup
6pm Presentations start
6pm Live music by Mike Ratliff, outdoor performance

Saturday, Sept 26th
7am Trail Run and Hike packet pickup
8am 10 Mile Hike begins
9am Half Marathon and 10K begins
9:15am 5K begins
10am Learn about Trail Work, maintaining our BT - hands on
11am presentations begin

Learn more and sign up at:
https://runsignup.com/Race/OH/Shawnee/RunForBlueBlazes

08/10/2026

Get ready for the 2026 Buckeye Trail Blue Blaze Festival! Join us September 25–26 in the New Straitsville section of Shawnee, Ohio for a weekend of trail running, hiking, and backpacking held on National Public Lands Day.

Choose your challenge: a 5K, 10K, or half marathon trail run, or set out on a 10-mile hike past historic points of interest along the Buckeye Trail. Whether you're chasing a personal best or just love being outdoors, there's something here for every trail lover!

📍 New Straitsville, Shawnee Ohio
📅 September 25–26, 2026
🏃 5K • 10K • Half Marathon • 10-Mile Hike • Backpack Trip

Scan the QR code in the flyer for full details and registration.

Want to sponsor the festival? We'd love to add your company to our growing list of incredible 2026 sponsors! It's a great way to get your brand in front of an active, engaged outdoor community while supporting trail conservation. Send us a message to learn more about sponsorship opportunities.

07/27/2026

60 days until we kick off the 2026 Blue Blaze Festival
in the amazing village of Shawnee Ohio.

07/08/2026

The course maps for the Half Marathon, 10K and 5K have been updated. The trail events happen on Saturday morning, but don't forget about Friday evening activities in Shawnee hosted by Destination Shawnee and the Tecumseh Theater. Live music and presentations.