# Running events in Akron, Today and Upcoming Running events in Akron - **Subtitle**: All Running events in Akron, Ohio. Here you can find more information about Upcoming events in Akron like parties, concerts, meets,shows, sports, club, reunion, Performance - **Category**: ## About All Running events in Akron, Ohio. Here you can find more information about Upcoming events in Akron like parties, concerts, meets,shows, sports, club, reunion, Performance ## Events in Akron - **Event Name**: Goodyear Half Marathon & 10k - **Description**: The Goodyear Half Marathon & 10K is the second event in the Akron Marathon Race Series and features a one-of-a-kind start on the Goodyear Proving Grounds test track. Known for its strong organization, energetic atmosphere, and memorable finisher exper - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 407 - **Date**: Sat Aug 08 2026 at 06:30 am (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/akron/goodyear-half-marathon-and-10k/200029466123319 - **Venue**: Goodyear World Headquarters - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy9hNzE5NWEzMzM2MWJkY2MxODY3Y2NlMTM5MjFiMzVjZDE0MzBlN2YzZjhmY2YxZDhhZGMwZjdmNDBlN2ExODkxLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDc3NS1kYzkwOGZhMi1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NTY1Nzk2OQ.avif - **Categories**: marathons, sports - **Event Name**: Acme Fresh Market Foundation 8k & 1 Mile - **Description**: Kick off your summer with the Acme Fresh Market Foundation 1 Mile & 8k—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 star - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 217 - **Date**: Sat Jun 27 2026 at 07:00 am (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/akron/acme-fresh-market-foundation-8k-and-1-mile/200029466123524 - **Venue**: The University of Akron - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy9lNWUzOTcyNGNhOTdiYTg2YmNkMWNhNTAwYmM1MWZjZjY3YjRkOWViNDA3MWQzZWFiYjFhMjI5ZTcwZGZkNTUyLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDgwMC1kYzkxOGY4ZS1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NTE4Njk4Mw.avif - **Categories**: sports, marathons - **Event Name**: Donut Dash for Summit WAB 5K - **Description**: Come join our 2nd Annual Donut Dash 5k run/walk that supports the Women's Auxiliary Board (WAB) of Summit County Children's Services! This 5K route begins and ends at Hardesty Park in Wallhaven, West Akron. This mostly flat route will take runners and w - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 39 - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat May 02 2026 at 10:30 am (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/akron/donut-dash-for-summit-wab-5k/200029619888830 - **Venue**: Hardesty Park - **Banner**: https://dyn-image.allevents.in/generate-image?v=4&title=Donut+Dash+for+Summit+WAB+5K&date=Sat+May+02+2026+at+09%3A00+am&bg=1 - **Categories**: business, sports, marathons, kids - **Event Name**: Akron Trail Marathon - **Description**: New year, new marathon course! The 10k and half will remain the same, but the marathon will also include Valley View and Sand Run Metroparks! Registration will open soon - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 286 - **Date**: Sat Jul 11 2026 at 07:00 am (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/akron/akron-trail-marathon/200029452738307 - **Venue**: Metroparks-Memorial Parkway Trailhead - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy8wMGFhZDYwZmU4N2YzNDcxMmViMTEzMDdhYjMxZDlmOGFhNDQyZTIxODkxNTg0NWZjNDZlYzFiNjkyNzQ2MWRmLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDE2MDAtZGNhOGFjYWItZ21pcj92PTE3NzU0NTYyODQ.avif - **Categories**: sports, marathons, trips-adventures, workshops - **Event Name**: The Mandel Family Kids Fun Run presented by Akron Children's - **Description**: 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. The event is FREE but registration is required! - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 80 - **Date**: Fri Sep 25 2026 at 06:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/akron/the-mandel-family-kids-fun-run-presented-by-akron-childrens/200029466123824 - **Venue**: Downtown Akron - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy9mNjY5ZDBkN2JjMzIwZDg0YmNiZjgxYTM0ZGViZDg0NGMxOTM5MmY5NmUzNmQ2M2NhMjk3MGYwZjc2ZmNkNWE1LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDc5OS1kYzdiYTRjMy1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NTI1NTgwMw.avif - **Categories**: kids, sports - **Event Name**: Akron Color Run By Color Craze - **Description**: Welcome to Color Craze, one of the most vibrant experiences in the ColorVerse! This isn’t just a run, it’s a full-blown festival where color, music, and celebration collide. From the moment you arrive, you’ll be part of a living, breathing rainbow, surrou - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 12 - Avatar: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLZxIirSsNMmfRJeBZZ_PV_itB8DUWmBkeZLlcD2rH4sBh0Xg=s96-c?sz=200 - Avatar: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKGCx1y9ObPxx0YO0GiCnitLYxBX0xE0VrqNAJ5aowuT2LUEQ=s96-c?sz=200 - Avatar: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/AItbvmlEfoohMmpUcN8Wj7aNPsYpxciTv8Srcdt8YoSI=s96-c?sz=200 - **Date**: Sat May 30 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sat May 30 2026 at 05:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/akron/akron-color-run-by-color-craze/200029325591441 - **Venue**: Akron Ohio - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy9iM2UzMmRiZjFiNjQ2MjQ2ZGFhMjMwNGM3NjgyODA4ZGQzNzQ5MmExYmYzNzc5MDE0OTA4OWE1MGU4ZmJkYTFiLXJpbWctdzk0MC1oNzg4LWRjNWY3NmE5LWdtaXI_dj0xNzc1MTkwODA3.avif - **Categories**: festivals, music-festivals - **Event Name**: The War Within Challenge - Honoring Anthony Salem - **Description**: Run • Walk • Ruck When: July 26, 2026 8 AM Start Where: Tuscarawas Shelter at Firestone park in Akron 2620 Harrington Rd Akron, OH 44319 Fighting the Silent Battle: A 2 mile, 4 mile, or 8 mile for Addiction, PTSD, & Recovery The 2nd Annual Anthon - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 42 - **Date**: Sun Jul 26 2026 at 08:00 am – Sun Jul 26 2026 at 12:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/akron/the-war-within-challenge-honoring-anthony-salem/200029819059543 - **Venue**: Tuscarawas Shelter at Firestone park in Akron 2620 Harrington Rd Akron, OH 44319 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy9jMDNlY2ViNzQ4OTFhODNjODAyZGYwM2NiMGE1ZTI1NWM5OGZhNTI2MmRmYWM2YWU4MTJlYTljNTAyZTEyZDZjLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDkwMC1kYzkxOTA4Yi1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NTMxNzY4MA.avif - **Categories**: contests, sports, nonprofit, workshops, charities - **Event Name**: Hope Walk | 20-Year Anniversary - **Description**: Come together to celebrate 20 years of The Hope Walk! Join us for a group walk through Fairlawn and Canton to honor survivors, support fighters, and remember loved ones impacted by cancer. Whether you walk individually or gather a team of family and fr - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat May 02 2026 at 12:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/akron/hope-walk-|-20-year-anniversary/80005360870952 - **Venue**: Stewart's Caring Place: Thomas and Lisa Mandel Cancer Wellness Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4yLmFsbGV2ZW50cy5pbi90aHVtYnMvdGh1bWI2OTk3MzZmNjdmYWNlLmpwZw.avif - **Event Name**: 14th Annual Race for Case - **Description**: Please join us this year for our 14th annual running of the Race for Case. Race for Case is a community-oriented event benefiting all students of Case CLC. Profits from the event have helped us build our permanent greenhouse on school grounds and fund a s - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 11 - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat May 16 2026 at 11:30 am (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/akron/14th-annual-race-for-case/200029620863008 - **Venue**: Case CLC - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy8zYjA0YTYzNGY1MGQzY2U2ODQxYjMwNDA4Njc3ZmE3ZjZkMmYzNGU1ODZhNzFkYjJhNDdlZWE1YWM1Y2NiZmZkLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDQwMC1kYzE1MDUzNi1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NTYwNDE5Mw.avif - **Categories**: sports, nonprofit - **Event Name**: 5k Fun Run & 1K Walk - **Description**: Join us for a meaningful and family-friendly morning at Portage Lakes State Park as we come together to support life, hope, and local families in our community. Whether you’re a seasoned runner, a casual walker, or just want to enjoy the beautiful outdoo - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 09:00 am (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/akron/5k-fun-run-and-1k-walk/200029889636159 - **Venue**: 3136 Manchester Rd, Akron, OH, United States, Ohio 44319 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvNWY1MDkzNjlkNGNlZTNiN2Y0NjEzMzhhMzYyNjQyZDc3NmZhZjE5YzRkMDQxNTg3MWM4ZTBhODU5NzMwNmYyZi1yaW1nLXc4NTEtaDMxNS1kYzc1YzNjMy1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NTIwMTMzOA.avif - **Categories**: Workshops, Nonprofit - **Event Name**: Nuthatch Nonsense 15k - **Description**: Same course as 2025- it has a little more elevation than the original course. - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 7 - **Date**: Sun Jun 07 2026 at 07:00 am (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/akron/nuthatch-nonsense-15k/200029897252052 - **Venue**: Sand Run Metro Park - North Hawkins Area - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy84YTg4MGUzZTVhZDc5YzkxYzJhNjZhMDJmYzFlODBmODMyMzk1ZGExNjU2NDY3ZjU2M2UxY2E1ZGFhYzM2ODYxLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDE2MDAtZGMyYTM1MWEtZ21pcj92PTE3NzUzNjE2NTE.avif - **Categories**: workshops - **Event Name**: Big Bend Challenge ⛰️ - **Description**: On April 19th, 2026, Big Bend’s 3rd head will surface from the fiery depths of hell, and it must be stopped. Since 2024, only two battles have occurred but with heavy consequence. Both sides have blood, and now in 2026, the war burns hotter than ever. Our - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 92 - **Date**: Sun Apr 19 2026 at 04:00 am – Sun Apr 19 2026 at 02:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/akron/big-bend-challenge/200028671328135 - **Venue**: Big Bend // Summit Metro Parks - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy8xNjFlMWVhOTMyY2I2MDg0NjAxN2I2NTI1OTYzOWY1NTQzZDBlYzY5MTZlOTFkNjI3MTk5NGM4ZjJhMTQ1YzVlLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDEyNzUtZGMwNDAzMDQtZ21pcj92PTE3NzUzNjE2NDc.avif - **Categories**: contests, workshops, trips-adventures, fireworks, sports - **Event Name**: 2026 Greater Ohio Area SuperKids Classic Race Day - **Description**: SAVE THE DATE NOW, Check back for updates soon! Racers and Co-Pilots all MUST be pre-registered. Volunteers must complete Volunteer Applications prior to serving. FREE ADMISSION! FREE PARKING behind the bleachers FREE BLEACHER SEATING or bring chair - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 40 - **Date**: Sat May 30 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat May 30 2026 at 03:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/akron/2026-greater-ohio-area-superkids-classic-race-day/200029691781609 - **Venue**: Derby Downs - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy9hN2U4ZGVhOTAzMzIzOTFjMmE3ODU0YzAzYjA0MmUwNDFlOWI5YzRmNGUwZWUzOTk3NTdmZTFiOTBjNDdmNWY5LXJpbWctdzY0MS1oNjIxLWRjZjBlYmNlLWdtaXI_dj0xNzc1MjI0NDYw.avif - **Categories**: sports ## Trending Events in Akron - **Event Name**: Pop Up Picnic in the Park-Date Night for Couples!(SelfGuided) - Akron Area! - **Description**: Pop-Up Picnic in the Park Couple Date Nights (Self-Guided) Watch sunset with fun digital activities over picnic!About this Eventhttps://youtu.be/3RnPhdEZLII https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/2f3ded00-8bbe-11f0-99c - **Venue**: Cascade Valley Metro Park - Recommended Park Venue or another park choice (YOU MUST USE PDF TICKETS EMAILED FOR EVENT- NO MOBILE APP OR QR CODES ACCEPTED) - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/7d0027466d219b4e5606a822450c1aa8ed1744d40750db4bc106f5fa72e80ec6-rimg-w612-h408-dc46491c-gmir.jpg?v=1757230947 - **Event Name**: John Legend - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Akron Civic Theatre 🏠 Address: 182 South Main Street, Akron, OH 44308 🌆 City: Akron 📍 Location: 41.0807, -81.5204✨ Discover the extraordinary at John Legend, where magic meets reality in ways you've never imagined! 🏛️ Set in - **Venue**: Akron Civic Theatre - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/f09fe660-20b0-11f1-8ce5-afcd59d33ab9-rimg-w1200-h1200-dc060716-gmir.jpg?v=1773607975 - **Event Name**: John Legend at Akron Civic Theatre - **Description**: 🌟 Journey into wonder at John Legend at Akron Civic Theatre, where extraordinary experiences await around every corner! 🏛️ Set against the backdrop of Akron Civic Theatre in dynamic Akron, OH - **Venue**: Akron Civic Theatre - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/8510f650-fb67-11f0-815b-398c7ebe8f39-rimg-w1200-h675-dcac293f-gmir.webp?v=1769508248 - **Event Name**: Annual Stan Hywet Father's Day Car Show - **Description**: Please join us for the 68th Annual Stan Hywet Father's Day Car Show. Featuring hundreds of northeast Ohio's finest stock, unmodified cars from 1900-2001, it remains one of the area's premiere old car events. A tradition for generations, it offers a day of - **Venue**: Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/a029f9928a32c9d541de1577aa6e53f5ce0c336082697bcd3b901ee44993185e-rimg-w1200-h790-dc5f4b45-gmir?v=1775282295 - **Event Name**: Alison Krauss And Union Station - **Description**: 🎉 Welcome to Alison Krauss And Union Station, where the impossible becomes possible and dreams take flight! 🏛️ Join us at E.J. Thomas Hall in the heart of Akron, OH for an event that will - **Venue**: E.J. Thomas Hall - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/72598170-32f9-11f1-b73f-cd56a7eb37c5-rimg-w1200-h477-dcf4f2f0-gmir.jpg?v=1775618237 - **Event Name**: Sting at EJ Thomas Hall - **Description**: 🌟 Journey into wonder at Sting at EJ Thomas Hall, where extraordinary experiences await around every corner! 🏛️ Set against the backdrop of EJ Thomas Hall in dynamic Akron, OH, this even - **Venue**: EJ Thomas Hall - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/38e314e0-3337-11f1-99a0-e133baf342d3-rimg-w1200-h1200-dc190e0e-gmir.jpg?v=1775644769 - **Event Name**: Alison Krauss & Union Station with Jerry Douglas - **Description**: 📍 Venue: EJ Thomas Hall 🏠 Address: 198 Hill Street, Akron, OH 44325 🌆 City: Akron 📍 Location: 41.0785, -81.5153🌟 Step into a world of wonder at Alison Krauss & Union Station with Jerry Douglas, where extraordinary moments await! 🏛️ L - **Venue**: EJ Thomas Hall - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/67b48a70-25cb-11f1-8500-4f0c3b0bf48e-rimg-w1200-h1201-dc181314-gmir.jpg?v=1774169097 - **Event Name**: STING 3.0 Tour - **Description**: Nearby AttractionsSting has 67 upcoming events.Ticket LimitThere is a four (4) ticket limitSeatmaphttps://mapsapi.tmol.io/maps/geometry/3/event/0500645B8B1164E1/staticImage?type=png& - **Venue**: E.J. Thomas Hall - The University of Akron - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/dff0bb38f8fc9d1847578e30e930dd3cc84ed08afed3f0fa7e4fd5327137661a-rimg-w1024-h576-dcefeeee-gmir.jpg?v=1773647432 - **Event Name**: Stuff You Should Know Podcast - Akron - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Goodyear Theater 🏠 Address: 1201 East Market Street, Akron, OH 44305 🌆 City: Akron 📍 Location: 41.066, -81.4818✨ Discover the extraordinary at Stuff You Should Know Podcast - Akron, where magic meets reality in ways you've never - **Venue**: Goodyear Theater - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/929890f0-f4b7-11f0-939d-8d7f4fe5e3ad-rimg-w1200-h514-dc030101-gmir.jpg?v=1768772972 ## FAQs - **Q**: What are the top events in Akron? - **A:** Goodyear Half Marathon & 10k (Sat Aug 08 2026 at 06:30 am at Goodyear World Headquarters), Acme Fresh Market Foundation 8k & 1 Mile (Sat Jun 27 2026 at 07:00 am at The University of Akron), Donut Dash for Summit WAB 5K (Sat May 02 2026 at 09:00 am at Hardesty Park), Akron Trail Marathon (Sat Jul 11 2026 at 07:00 am at Metroparks-Memorial Parkway Trailhead), The Mandel Family Kids Fun Run presented by Akron Children's (Fri Sep 25 2026 at 06:00 pm at Downtown Akron). - **Q**: What events are happening in Akron in April 2026? - **A:** Big Bend Challenge ⛰️ (Sun Apr 19 2026 at 04:00 am at Big Bend // Summit Metro Parks). - **Q**: How can I find events in Akron? - **A:** You can discover upcoming events in Akron on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests. - **Q**: How do I buy tickets for events in Akron? - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets. - **Q**: What are the popular venues for events in Akron? - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in Akron include Goodyear World Headquarters, The University of Akron, Hardesty Park. - **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Akron? - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Akron include Akron Marathon, The Women’s Auxiliary Board of Summit County Children Services, Fast Girls Running Company. - **Q**: Are there any online events available? - **A:** Yes, many events are available online. 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