The Swine Print
The new course of the 2026 Flying Pig Marathon.
Flying Pig Marathon
Weekend Schedule
Friday, May 1
P&G Health and Fitness Expo, 10 a.m.–7 p.m.
First Financial Center
Packet pick-up for all events – free and open to the public
Fifty West Mile, TQL Beer Series, 7 p.m.
Saturday, May 2
Toyota 10K, 7 a.m.
Mehring Way, south of Paycor Stadium
Family Fun Festival presented
by YMCA Greater Cincinnati, 7:30 a.m.–2 p.m.
Smale Riverfront Park
Queen City Running Co. 5K, 9 a.m.
Mehring Way, south of Paycor Stadium
P&G Health and Fitness Expo, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
First Financial Center
Packet pick-up for Sunday events – free and open to the public
Mascot Parade followed by
Flying Piglet Kids’ Fun Run, 10 a.m.
Smale Riverfront Park,
Flying Fur Race presented by Bounce, 11 a.m.
Mehring Way
Children’s 26th Mile, 12 p.m.
Freedom Way
PigAbilities, 1 p.m. Freedom Way
Sunday, May 3
Opening Ceremonies, 6:15 a.m.
Start Line, Rosa Parks at Freedom Way
Flying Pig Marathon, powered by P&G, 6:30 a.m. (wheelchair/handcrank start, 6:25 a.m.)
Paycor Half Marathon
City Dash 4-Person Relay
Michelob Ultra Victory Party, 8 a.m.-3 p.m.
Smale Riverfront Park
First run in 1999, the Flying Pig Marathon has become one of the biggest weekends in Cincinnati, not just for runners, but for the entire community.
Some 45,000 participants are expected to compete in Flying Pig Marathon events, including 64 Streakers, participants who will compete in their 28th consecutive Flying Pig Marathon. Participants of the Flying Pig Marathon represent all 50 states and 30 countries.
Along the new course, more than 200 live entertainment and themed fluid/nutrition stations are planned on Sunday, including the 40 themed fluid and food stations.
The marathon of events begins on Friday as the Flying Pig P&G Health and Fitness Expo, opens at First Financial Center at 10 a.m. While this is officially the place for packet pick-up for participants, this free expo is open to the public withvendors from Asics to Visionworks.
That evening, the 50 West Mile, part of the TQL Beer Series, begins a weekend of running. This year at the Fifty West Mile, the Flying Pig is partnering again with ASICS and 1N5 to raise awareness for mental health and suicide prevention with the Blue Jean Mile.
The Blue Jean Mile was created in 2020 by middle-distance runner Johnny Gregorek to honor and celebrate the life of his late brother, Patrick. Gregorek decided to try and break the record for the fastest mile run in a pair of blue jeans, a perfect way to blend Patrick’s sense of humor with Gregorek’s own life and livelihood. On that run, Gregorek raised over $14,000. Since then, the ASICS Blue Jean Mile has evolved into a global initiative with the goal of making each mile run a step toward more awareness and more funds for mental health awareness. To commemorate this year’s Blue Jean Mile, ASICS and Pig Works will make a joint donation to 1N5.
A post-race party in Smale Park opens at 6 p.m. for happy hour with special Fifty West beers available for purchase.
On Saturday, May 2, runners of all ages, abilities, and even furriness will take part in a variety of races. The 10K, 5K, Flying Piglet, PigAbilities,
Flying Fur, and Children’s 26th Mile take place. But you’re looking for a way to tap into the fun without breaking a sweat, there's tons more to do while you wait. Head to the Family Fun Festival in Smale Park, from 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. to enjoy food, drinks, and activities for all ages.
The main event is Sunday, May 3, when the Flying Pig Marathon and Half Marathon hit the streets with an new starting line and an improved Finish Swine.
The Iris Simpson Bush Finish Swine is sporting a new look this year. Finishers will celebrate between two flying pigs, one on each side of the finishers’ chute, with a new flying pig graphic on the pavement.
Participants and supporters can celebrate in The Michelob Ultra Victory Party, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Smale Park, which also offers a great place to reunite with family and friends. There will be food and drinks available for purchase and live music all day long.
The Flying Pig Marathon, a non-profit itself, will help 300+ charities raise more than $1 million this year.
In April, Pig Works, the parent organization of the Flying Pig Marathon, announced the public phase of its $12 million capital campaign, When Pigs Fly, Anything’s Possible, inviting the Greater Cincinnati community to help accelerate the next chapter of growth, health, and economic impact across the region.
Since last spring, Pig Works has raised more than $8.5 million toward its $12 million goal to secure during the public phase, thanks in part to a transformational $4 million gift by the Bob and Jeanne Coughlin Foundation. Bob is the Founder of the Flying Pig Marathon and founder of Paycor. Additional leadership gifts for the Campaign include Fifth Third, P&G, Peter Klekamp and Steven and Elanor Haussler.
The campaign will fund three transformational priorities: new Pig Works Community Headquarters in Walnut Hills, expanded partnerships and youth programming, along with strategic growth of the Flying Pig Marathon and related events.
Since last Spring, Pig Works has raised more than $8.5 million toward its $12 million goal to secure during the public phase, thanks in part to a transformational $4 million gift by the Bob and Jeanne Coughlin Foundation. Bob is the Founder of the Flying Pig Marathon and founder of Paycor. Additional leadership gifts for the Campaign include Fifth Third, P&G, Peter Klekamp and Steven and Elanor Haussler.
One unique way to give to the campaign is through “Piggy Bank Beer” from Fifty West Brewing. Each can of the specialty beer includes a QR code linking directly to the campaign, giving supporters an easy way to learn more and get involved.
The Flying Pig Marathon generates $45.9 million in annual economic impact, supporting or sustaining 671 jobs, according to a new study in partnership with the Cincinnati Chamber.
For more information about events and Pig Works, visit https://flyingpigmarathon.com.