UPCOMING EVENTS
July
18jul7:00 amBlue Line Striders Group Run/Walk7:00 am(GMT-04:00) Second Sole, 1466 North Portage Path
Event Details
All distances and paces are welcome, including walkers. Here’s what to expect: Each meet-up will include a brief talk about relevant running topics – such as the importance of long runs,
Event Details
All distances and paces are welcome, including walkers. Here’s what to expect:
- Each meet-up will include a brief talk about relevant running topics – such as the importance of long runs, tips for setting new personal records, and post-race recovery.
- Then, the doctor will run along with you on various sections of the Blue Line and be available for questions and suggestions as you move through your group run.
- Every run of the series will introduce you to a new Summa Health provider and cover different race-related topics.
- Take part in this unique running experience!
Distance: 5.5 or 7 miles
Parking: Second Sole Parking Lot
Topic: Overuse Injuries
Time
Location
Second Sole
1466 North Portage Path
August
Event Details
Location: John S. Knight Center 77 E Mill Street, Akron, OH Pickup Times: Friday, August 7, 2026, 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Event Details
Location:
John S. Knight Center
77 E Mill Street, Akron, OH
Pickup Times:
Friday, August 7, 2026, 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Time
08aug6:30 amGoodyear Half Marathon & 10k6:30 am(GMT-04:00) Goodyear World Headquarters
Event Details
The Goodyear Half Marathon & 10k brings the iconic landmarks of Goodyear right under your feet for a unique and unforgettable racing experience. Set a personal record on Goodyear’s Proving
Event Details
The Goodyear Half Marathon & 10k brings the iconic landmarks of Goodyear right under your feet for a unique and unforgettable racing experience. Set a personal record on Goodyear’s Proving Grounds before making your way past the company’s historic World Headquarters and campus.
Time
Location
Goodyear World Headquarters
September
05sep7:00 amBlue Line Striders Group Run/Walk7:00 am(GMT-04:00) Akron Art Museum, 1 S. High Street
Event Details
All distances and paces are welcome, including walkers. Here’s what to expect: Each meet-up will include a brief talk about relevant running topics – such as the importance of long runs,
Event Details
All distances and paces are welcome, including walkers. Here’s what to expect:
- Each meet-up will include a brief talk about relevant running topics – such as the importance of long runs, tips for setting new personal records, and post-race recovery.
- Then, the doctor will run along with you on various sections of the Blue Line and be available for questions and suggestions as you move through your group run.
- Every run of the series will introduce you to a new Summa Health provider and cover different race-related topics.
- Take part in this unique running experience!
Distance: 4, 9 or 20 miles
Parking: High and Market Parking Deck, 40 S. High Street / anywhere downtown
Topic: Cross Training
Time
Location
Akron Art Museum
1 S. High Street
Event Details
Location: John S. Knight Center 77 East Mill Street Akron, Ohio 44308 Friday, September 25, 2026 Health & Fitness Expo Event Includes: Packet Pickup
Event Details
Location:
John S. Knight Center
77 East Mill Street
Akron, Ohio 44308
Friday, September 25, 2026
Health & Fitness Expo
Event Includes:
- Packet Pickup
- Information Booth
- Official Race Merchandise Store
- Expo Vendors
- Photo Opportunities
- Runners’ Lounge
- & More!
Additional Information:
- The Health and Fitness Expo is a free event and open to the public. Unless race caps have been met, the final day to register is at the Expo.
- All runners MUST pick up their packets at the Health and Fitness Expo on Friday, September 25, 2026. There is NO packet pick-up the day of the race.
- The packet includes an Akron Marathon goodie bag and a race bib with a timing device.
- Participant shirts should be picked up separate of your packet at the exit of the Expo hall.
- Each participant should pick up his or her own packet. However, if you are unable to attend, race packets may be picked up by a friend or family member who must verify the runner’s registration information (age, gender, emergency contact).
Time
25sep6:00 pmKids Fun Run6:00 pm(GMT-04:00) Downtown Akron
Event Details
Kick off race weekend with our Kids Fun Run, a FREE 1-mile fun run for children 12-years of age and under. All participants receive a gift, medal & healthy snack. Race Start 6:00 P.M. Start: 214
Event Details
Kick off race weekend with our Kids Fun Run, a FREE 1-mile fun run for children 12-years of age and under. All participants receive a gift, medal & healthy snack.
Race Start 6:00 P.M.
Start: 214 W. Bowery St., At Akron Children’s Hospital
Finish: Lock 3
Time
Location
Downtown Akron
26sep7:00 amFirstEnergy Akron Marathon, Half Marathon & Team Relay7:00 am(GMT-04:00) Downtown Akron
Event Details
Join us for the marquee event of the Akron Marathon Race Series presented by Summa Health, the FirstEnergy Akron Marathon, Half Marathon, & Team Relay! Our course is like a
Event Details
Join us for the marquee event of the Akron Marathon Race Series presented by Summa Health, the FirstEnergy Akron Marathon, Half Marathon, & Team Relay! Our course is like a foot-tour through the city of Akron, highlighting our historic landmarks, colorful neighborhoods and majestic Summit Metro Parks. Racers begin in downtown Akron and cross the All-America Bridge within the first mile. Then they’ll weave through a course past the Akron Art Museum, The University of Akron, Firestone Park, the Towpath Trail, Sand Run Parkway, Stan Hywet estate, and Highland Square.
Time
Location
Downtown Akron