Akron Marathon
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2026 FirstEnergy Akron Marathon, Half Marathon, & Team Relay
The FirstEnergy Akron Marathon takes place in Akron, Ohio, with the main event day scheduled for September 26, 2026. The event is centered around the Akron Art Museum on South High Street. This long-standing athletic event includes a variety of running distances and formats to accommodate different participants.
Participants can choose from several verified distances and event types:
- Marathon
- Half Marathon
- Team Relay
- Kids Fun Run
The Kids Fun Run is scheduled for Friday, September 25, 2026, the day before the main races. For the relay event, teams are composed of a captain and team members. Adults who wish to accompany children during the Kids Fun Run are required to complete a separate registration.
The event operates a Blue Line Charity Program, partnering with numerous local and national organizations such as Akron Children's, the Alzheimer's Association, and Girls on the Run Northeast Ohio. It is part of the Akron Marathon Race Series presented by Summa Health. Participants have the option to transfer registrations or purchase them as gifts through the official registration platform.
The course maps for both the full and half marathon distances are centered in the downtown Akron area. Registration fees are structured in tiers, with price changes occurring periodically throughout the year leading up to the event in September. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
