August 20, 2024
August 20, 2024: The 2024 OhioHealth Grandview Yard Half & Quarter Marathon and Purple Heart 5K took place on Sunday, August 18, bringing together runners, walkers, and supporters from across the community.
The event, which has become a summer staple in the local running calendar, saw over 2,000 participants take to the streets of Grandview Heights, Upper Arlington, Ohio State campus and finish at the Ray E. DeGraw Park in Grandview Yard.
The three events kicked off early in the morning with mild summer temperatures. Course Support included over 50+ OhioHealth medical team members, EMS units, the America Red Cross, 75+ Law Enforcement Officials, eight Aid Stations, on-course marshalls & personnel and over 200 volunteers to keep participants safe throughout the event.
After their 13.1, 6.55 and 3.1 mile tours of the surrounding neighborhoods, runners and walkers were welcomed back to the Finish Line with finisher medals, Panera Bagels, water and Powerade, bananas and OhioHealth cooling towels to cool them off after conquering their summer goals.
Participants then made their way to the Byers Xtra Mile Finish Line party featuring complimentary Jet’s Pizza, Condado Margaritas, White Claw, Athletic Brewing Non-Alcoholic beer and music by AJ Angelo. The post-race party also featured the Diamond Cellar VIP Experience with catering by Cameron Mitchell Premier Events and celebration cocktails.
This was the event's third year, which saw a 40% growth and benefited the Upper Arlington Community Foundation. Thank you to the event partners for your support. Thank you to the Grandview Heights, Upper Arlington and Columbus communities for welcoming the event. Thank you to the participants for joining another celebration of the healthy, active lifestyle.
OhioHealth Grandview Yard Half Marathon Champions:
Male: Andrew Ye, 1:09:23
Female: Daniela de Aguiar, 1:20:10
OhioHealth Grandview Yard Quarter Marathon Champions:
Male: Craig Dimitris, 39:59
Female: Averie Cunningham, 45:00
Purple Heart 5K Champions:
Male: Andrew Bitter, 16:45
Female: Blair Colter, 19:53
Stay tuned for the announcement of the 2025 date.