The Hyde Park Blast was co-founded by Cheryl Neiheisel and Chad Sims, both Hyde Park residents, as a way for the community to have fun, be active and raise money for a good cause – the fight against cancer.
Since 2001, more than $600,000 has been donated to Cincinnati cancer charities including The Cure Starts Now. Hyde Park Blast is also a Best of the East winner.
Hyde Park Square
Cincinnati, OH
June 27, 2026
7:00 AM - 11:00 pm
A Benefit For...
The Cure Starts Now
Registration
4 Mile Run/Walk
Run or walk the 4-mile race - a scenic and challenging loop that starts just west of Hyde Park Square, winds through historic Hyde Park, and ends in the Square.
Registration for the 4-mile run/walk race can be made online or day of the event. Registrations made after June 12 are not guaranteed shirt size. T-shirts are only guaranteed if you pick them up at packet pick up.
$40 early bird price until March 31st
$45 regular price after March 31st
$50 after June 23rd
Race Results
Run/walk results: 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017
Kids Fun Run
Join us as we cheer on your Blast kid to cross the finish line. Prior to 9 AM, age groups will be split up to ensure a fun and safe event for each competitor. Please look for the sign with the appropriate age group of your child.
Race day kids run registration is $20. Every participant of the run will receive a t-shirt and medal. Registrations made after June 12 are not guaranteed shirt size. T-shirts are only guaranteed if you pick them up at packet pick up.
Estimated race length:
2-3 Year Olds (.1 Mile)
4-6 Year Olds (.2 Mile)
7-9 Year Olds (.5 Mile)
10-13 Year Olds (.7 Mile)
Cycling Race
Elite 5K Race
Join us for the Elite 5K Run on the Criterium Bike Course!
Please apply for entry at www.cincinnatustrackclub.com/hyde-park-blast before registering. Acceptance will be communicated by TBD.
Time Qualifications:
Men: 17:00
Women: 21:00
Packet Pickup Information
Fleet Feet (3235 Madison Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45209)
Thursday June 25th from 10:00AM-8:00PM
Friday June 26th from 10:00AM-6:00PM
Hyde Park Blast Ambassador
Drew Skalski - 2026 AMBASSADOR
Drew is a smart and silly boy who loves Blippi and playing with his older brothers. In May 2025, after going to the hospital for a new onset facial droop, the CT revealed a brain tumor. After 2 craniotomies, in August of 2025 he was diagnosed with Diffuse low grade glioma. He is currently receiving chemotherapy treatments weekly at the #1 children's hospital for pediatric cancer. He is a brave little boy and his courage and strength give us hope every day.
Contact Us
The Blast is a 501(c)3 nonprofit and is run by a volunteer board:
Cheryl Neiheisel
Dan Lee
Kyndal Michel Marks
Scott Bihl
Kylene Utah
Doug Huff
Lori Salzarulo
Dan Podratsky
Zak Lewis
Emily Hensler
Rose Kaplan Kappen
Jack Randall
Kyle Klingler