RACE SERIES

MAKE THE ULTIMATE JOURNEY TO THE AKRON MARATHON

The Akron Marathon Race Series presented by Summa Health was designed to encourage participation for all fitness levels. With distances ranging from 1-mile to the marathon, pick the series combination that suits your goals. Running the series will be easy as you follow a typical training calendar to benchmark your way to our marquee September event!

Run the series in 2024 as we celebrate 10 years of the Akron Marathon Race Series! 

MAKE THE ULTIMATE JOURNEY TO THE AKRON MARATHON

The Akron Marathon Race Series presented by Summa Health was designed to encourage participation for all fitness levels. With distances ranging from 1-mile to the marathon, pick the series combination that suits your goals. Running the series will be easy as you follow a typical training calendar to benchmark your way to our marquee September event!

Run the series in 2024 as we celebrate 10 years of the Akron Marathon Race Series! 

Race Series Runner Premiums

In addition to all the runner premiums you receive from the individual races, runners participating in all three events of the Akron Marathon Race Series presented by Summa Health will:

  • Earn a Special Race Series Medal after completing all three events
  • Earn a Custom Race Series Medal Rack after completing all three events

Questions?

Get answers to your race series related questions and find out MORE on our Series Frequently Asked Questions!

NATIONAL INTERSTATE 8K & 1 MILE

NATIONAL INTERSTATE 8K & 1 MILE

Kick off the Akron Marathon Race Series presented by Summa Health with the National Interstate 1 Mile on Friday night! The 8k will be held on Saturday. Consider going for the challenge and run both events for a commemorative pint glass! The course highlights The University of Akron’s campus with a unique tour of downtown Akron.   

WHERE University of Akron
WHEN

1 Mile – June 27, 2025

8k – June 28, 2025

RACE START

1 Mile – 7:00 PM

8k – 7:30 AM

GOODYEAR HALF MARATHON & 10K

GOODYEAR HALF MARATHON & 10K

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.   

WHERE Goodyear World Headquarters
WHEN August 9, 2025
RACE START 6:30 AM
FIRSTENERGY AKRON MARATHON, HALF MARATHON & TEAM RELAY

FIRSTENERGY AKRON MARATHON, HALF MARATHON & TEAM RELAY

Our marquee event, the FirstEnergy Akron Marathon, Half Marathon, & Team Relay, never ceases to amaze as Akron’s best day and favorite annual tradition. Enjoy a big town marathon experience with a hometown feel as you travel through 13 uniquely Akron neighborhoods lined with local bands, course entertainment, and over 100,000 spectators. 

WHERE Downtown Akron
WHEN September 27, 2025
RACE START 7:00 AM