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
Event Details
Hyde Park Blast: June 27, 2026
Event Schedule:
6:00 AM Registration opens
7:30 AM 4-mile Run/Walk
9:00 AM Kids Fun Run
12:45 PM Cycling Begins
4:00 PM Block Party
8:30 PM Pro 1/2/3 Mens Cycling
Live Music From: Max Greers Band (4-7 PM) and DV8 (8-11 PM)
Become an AmBLASTador!
The Hyde Park Blast is looking for individuals passionate about running, biking and community to help promote the best event on the square! Please fill out the application at the button below to be considered for selection as a 2026 AmBLASTador.
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
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