The first 25 years built something extraordinary. Join us for this milestone race and help carry that spirit into the next 25.
September 25, 2027
Since 2003, the Akron Marathon has grown from a single race into the Akron Marathon Race Series. It is a summer-long celebration of health, fitness, and community pride. Known as one of the best-organized race experiences in the region, the series welcomes runners and walkers of all ages and abilities with amazing support, incredible volunteers, and an atmosphere that makes everyone feel celebrated.
Whether you are chasing a personal best, walking to stay active, or sharing the experience with family and friends, Akron delivers a race day that is fun, supportive, and unmistakably community-driven. From energizing course support to lively finisher festivals, every event is designed so you feel valued from start to finish.
Begin your Blue Line journey this summer with three unforgettable race weekends and experience why Akron feels like a big-time race with a small-town heart.
Moving Akron for 25 years.
The FirstEnergy Akron Marathon, Half Marathon, and Team Relay is the marquee event of the Akron Marathon Race Series and the ultimate celebration of endurance, teamwork, and community pride.
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 experience, this race is a standout stop on the Blue Line.
The Acme Fresh Market Foundation 8K / 1 Mile brings runners, walkers, families and friends together for a fun, welcoming start to the Akron Marathon Race Series. Whether you’re taking on the 8K or enjoying the 1 Mile, it’s an opportunity to get moving
As a volunteer for the Akron Marathon Race Series presented by Summa Health, you will have the opportunity to make a significant contribution to your community, to meet new people, to share your skills and talents, and to help make our races successful world-class events for runners, their families, the spectators, and for the City of Akron.
For 25 years, we’ve inspired our community through movement. With your support, we’re expanding that impact year-round through Akron Moves, creating opportunities for people of all ages and abilities across Greater Akron.
