UPCOMING EVENTS
May
30may7:00 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: 3.5 miles
Parking: High and Market Parking Deck, 40 S. High Street / anywhere downtown
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Time
May 30, 2026 7:00 am(GMT-04:00)
Location
Akron Art Museum
1 S. High Street
June
03jun5:00 pmGlobal Running Day5:00 pm(GMT+00:00) Second Sole, 1466 North Portage Path
Event Details
Join the Akron Marathon, Second Sole Akron & Akron Run Clubs as we celebrate Global Running Day! Starts at 5:00 p.m. at Second Sole Akron
Event Details
Join the Akron Marathon, Second Sole Akron & Akron Run Clubs as we celebrate Global Running Day!
Starts at 5:00 p.m. at Second Sole Akron
Time
June 3, 2026 5:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
Location
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: 6 miles, out and back course – length can be adjusted
Parking: Memorial Parkway lot
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Time
June 10, 2026 6:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
Memorial Parkway
499 Memorial Parkway
Event Details
Location: InfoCision Stadium – Gate 1 375 E Exchange Street Pickup Times: Friday, June 26, 2026 11:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. Saturday, June 27, 2026 5:30 a.m. – 6:30 a.m.
Event Details
Location:
InfoCision Stadium – Gate 1
375 E Exchange Street
Pickup Times:
Friday, June 26, 2026
11:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Saturday, June 27, 2026
5:30 a.m. – 6:30 a.m.
Time
June 26, 2026 11:00 am - 6:30 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
InfoCision Stadium
375 E. Exchange Street
27jun7:00 amAcme Fresh Market Foundation 8k & 1 Mile7:00 am(GMT-04:00) University of Akron
Event Details
Kick off your summer with the Acme Fresh Market Foundation 8k & 1 Mile—the first of three can’t-miss events in the
Event Details
Kick off your summer with the Acme Fresh Market Foundation 8k & 1 Mile—the first of three can’t-miss events in the Akron Marathon Race Series! Whether you’re racing, walking, or enjoying time with family, this exciting event is the perfect way to start your journey to the Blue Line.
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Time
June 27, 2026 7:00 am(GMT-04:00)
Location
University of Akron
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
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Time
July 18, 2026 7:00 am(GMT-04:00)
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
August 7, 2026 11:00 am - 7:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
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
August 8, 2026 6:30 am(GMT-04:00)
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
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Time
September 5, 2026 7:00 am(GMT-04:00)
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).
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Time
September 25, 2026 11:00 am - 8:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
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
September 25, 2026 6:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
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
September 26, 2026 7:00 am(GMT-04:00)
Location
Downtown Akron