Fall Classic
Saturday, November 21, 2026
Strongsville, Ohio
The Experience
It's the Fall Classic's 50th Anniversary, and we are bringing an exciting change to this classic race. The Fall Classic will be a two-day race: the 5k will be on Saturday, November 21st, and the Half Marathon and Relay will be on Sunday, November 22nd.
This will allow us to welcome more runners and also offer a Foxy Challenge, completing both events! Join the Cleveland Road Runners Club for the 50th running of the Fall Classic 1/2 marathon and 5K at Bonnie Park. Over the past 5 decades, thousands of runners have enjoyed this fast, scenic course run entirely in the beautiful Cleveland Metroparks.
The 5K & half marathon are USA Track & Field–certified! Both courses are flat and fast, running primarily along the scenic Valley Parkway road through the Cleveland Metroparks — ideal for chasing a personal best. Each day is capped at 1000 runners.
We encourage everyone to carpool to keep the impact on the Cleveland Metroparks at a minimum. Parking is at the RTA parking lot at the corner of Rt. 80 entrance and Pearl Road.
Race Location:
Both races will start and finish at Bonnie Park Picnic Area (Link to Google Pin)
NEW for 2026, the Foxy Challenge!
Sign up for the Foxy Challenge: race the 5K on Saturday and the half marathon on Sunday! Making it a fun + challenging race weekend!
Race Timeline:
Saturday, November 21st | 5K
7:30 AM | Packet pick up opens (5k & Foxy Challenge only)9:00 AM | 5K Start10:00 AM | Kids DashAwards to follow
Sunday, November 22nd | Half marathon
7:30 AM | Packet pick up opens8:15 AM | Early starter wave9:00 AM | Half Marathon start (individual & relay teams)Awards to follow
*Note, the above time is subject to change
Half Maraton | Early Start (Optional):
On Sunday, November 22nd, walkers are welcome to start early at 8:15 AM.
Runners Perks:
Finisher Medal for all participants (stay tuned for design)1/4 zip pullover included for all participants, including 5k (stay tuned for design)Beer from Masthead at the Masthead Beer Garden at the Race Site!
One beer ticket is included with registration
Chip Time and Live ResultsAwards
The Overall winnerFirst MasterFirst Grand MasterTop 3 in each age group: Under 19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+
Relay Teams will receive a runner belt to keep
Race Details
Race Day
Saturday, November 21, 2026 · 11/22/2026 09:00
Start Location
Bonnie Park Dr, Strongsville, OH 44136, Strongsville, OH 44136
Course
Loop
Also Offers
Giveaway
1/4 zip pull over
Registration
Register online — $65
Race Website
Official race information
Race Performance
2:02:06
9:19/mi pace
1:14:50
5:43/mi pace
624
53% female · 49% male
15 states
Avg age: 38
Finish Time Distribution (2025)
1:48:50
Top 25%
2:20:10
Top 75%
Historical Weather
☀
Avg High
46°F
☽
Avg Low
33°F
☂
Precip
0.07 in
🍃
Wind
12.3 mph
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The Experience
It's the Fall Classic's 50th Anniversary, and we are bringing an exciting change to this classic race. The Fall Classic will be a two-day race: the 5k will be on Saturday, November 21st, and the Half Marathon and Relay will be on Sunday, November 22nd.
This will allow us to welcome more runners and also offer a Foxy Challenge, completing both events! Join the Cleveland Road Runners Club for the 50th running of the Fall Classic 1/2 marathon and 5K at Bonnie Park. Over the past 5 decades, thousands of runners have enjoyed this fast, scenic course run entirely in the beautiful Cleveland Metroparks.
The 5K & half marathon are USA Track & Field–certified! Both courses are flat and fast, running primarily along the scenic Valley Parkway road through the Cleveland Metroparks — ideal for chasing a personal best. Each day is capped at 1000 runners.
We encourage everyone to carpool to keep the impact on the Cleveland Metroparks at a minimum. Parking is at the RTA parking lot at the corner of Rt. 80 entrance and Pearl Road.
Race Location:
Both races will start and finish at Bonnie Park Picnic Area (Link to Google Pin)
NEW for 2026, the Foxy Challenge!
Sign up for the Foxy Challenge: race the 5K on Saturday and the half marathon on Sunday! Making it a fun + challenging race weekend!
Race Timeline:
Saturday, November 21st | 5K
7:30 AM | Packet pick up opens (5k & Foxy Challenge only)9:00 AM | 5K Start10:00 AM | Kids DashAwards to follow
Sunday, November 22nd | Half marathon
7:30 AM | Packet pick up opens8:15 AM | Early starter wave9:00 AM | Half Marathon start (individual & relay teams)Awards to follow
*Note, the above time is subject to change
Half Maraton | Early Start (Optional):
On Sunday, November 22nd, walkers are welcome to start early at 8:15 AM.
Runners Perks:
Finisher Medal for all participants (stay tuned for design)1/4 zip pullover included for all participants, including 5k (stay tuned for design)Beer from Masthead at the Masthead Beer Garden at the Race Site!
One beer ticket is included with registration
Chip Time and Live ResultsAwards
The Overall winnerFirst MasterFirst Grand MasterTop 3 in each age group: Under 19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+
Relay Teams will receive a runner belt to keep
Race Details
Race Day
Saturday, November 21, 2026 · 11/22/2026 09:00
Start Location
Bonnie Park Dr, Strongsville, OH 44136, Strongsville, OH 44136
Course
Loop
Also Offers
Giveaway
1/4 zip pull over
Registration
Register online — $65
Race Website
Official race information
Race Performance
2:02:06
9:19/mi pace
1:14:50
5:43/mi pace
624
53% female · 49% male
15 states
Avg age: 38
Finish Time Distribution (2025)
1:48:50
Top 25%
2:20:10
Top 75%