Akron Marathon
Akron Marathon's 'Blue Line' course finishes on the 50-yard line, a unique reward.
Race Date
Sep 26, 2026
Location
Akron, OH
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, September 26, 2026
- Location
- Akron, Ohio
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 26.2M
- Course
- Point to Point
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Yes
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Akron Marathon, Half Marathon & Team Relay offers a distinct finish, culminating on the 50-yard line of a football stadium. This unique event, first run in 2002 and now in its 20th year, draws participants from across the nation, with runners typically traveling from 46 states.
The certified course is designed for speed, featuring a net drop and minimal elevation change, making it a popular choice for those seeking a personal best. The race is known for its steady field size and a dedicated base of returning runners, about a third of whom come back each year.
The atmosphere is bolstered by community events like block parties and a strong charity partner program, adding a local flavor to the national draw. The Health & Fitness Expo and Kids Fun Run round out a weekend designed for runners of all ages and abilities.
Race-provided description
Events Calendar of Events Race Series 8K & 1M Half Marathon & 10K Health & Fitness Expo Kids Fun Run Akron Marathon, Half Marathon & Team Relay Results Future Race Dates Training Register Sponsors Programs Block Parties Charity Partners Corporate Challenge Loyalty Runnership Program/Race Entry Scholarships SUSTAINABILITY Volunteer Donate Contact Contact Us About Us News & Announcements Select Page THE RACES REGISTER RUN THE BLUE LINE FirstEnergy Akron Marathon, Half Marathon & Team Relay Finish on the 50 yard line! ACME FRESH MARKET FOUNDATION 8K & 1-MILE LACE UP & BURN RUBBER! GOODYEAR HALF MARATHON & 10K JOIN THE FUN – RUN THE SERIES! MORE ON OUR RACE SERIES AKRON MARATHON RACE SERIES Presented by Summa Health NEXT EVENT: Day(s) : Hour(s) : Minute(s) : Seco
Course Info
USATF CertifiedCourse Type
Point to Point
Terrain
road
Scenery
Urban
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
+0.24 m
Separation
2.6%
Also Offers
USATF Certified Course
OH25009JHP · Akron Race Series Half Marathon 2025
Relatively flat with minimal net elevation change. Loop course — start and finish are close together.
Course Map
3 other maps for this race
Quality Score
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
USATF certified · 3 timing sources · 3 photos
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
typical high 70°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
57°
Afternoon (High)
70°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.1"
Precipitation
10 mph
Wind
77%
Humidity
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Akron Marathon?
The Akron Marathon is held on Saturday, September 26, 2026.
Where does the Akron Marathon take place?
It takes place in Akron, Ohio.
What distances does the Akron Marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 26.2M.
Is the Akron Marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The Akron Marathon is a ultra-flat, point to point course. The course is USATF-certified, so finish times can be used for qualifying.
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