Akron Marathon, Half Marathon & Team Relay
Race Information
Join the marquee event of the Akron Marathon Race Series, the FirstEnergy Akron Marathon, Half Marathon, & Team Relay! The course is like a foot-tour through the city of Akron, highlighting 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.
Related Events
Did you know that this race is part of a series of runs? If you like this race you may want to run one of the following Akron Marathon Race Series events.
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