The Chieftain Charge!
Thursday October 8th, 2026.
Kick off the Homecoming Parade with a fun run!
The race is one mile. The race starts at Don's Downtown Dinner and follows the parade route ending at Bellefontaine High School.
The parade starts at 6:30. The run starts at 6:20. Participants should meet at Umbrella Avenue at Rainbow Row. Please allow a sufficient amount of time to check in before the race begins.
The goal of the run is to be fun and promote Chieftain spirit and pride. Runners are encouraged to dress in their best spirit gear!
The cost to participate is $10.
The fun run is open to all ages, but runners must be able to finish the mile without holding the parade up.
Prizes will be given to top age ground finishers and Chieftain spirits awards.
Please download and complete registration form and return to zkennedy@bellefontaineohio.gov or the Parks Department office