Akron Marathon
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Event details
The FirstEnergy Akron Marathon, Half Marathon & Team Relay takes place in Akron, Ohio on September 27, 2025. The event is part of the Akron Marathon Race Series presented by Summa Health and is organized by the Akron Marathon Charitable Corporation.
Distances offered:
- Marathon
- Half Marathon
- Team Relay
- Kids Fun Run (free)
Course, fees and partners
The course begins and ends in downtown Akron and passes landmarks and neighborhoods including the Akron Art Museum, The University of Akron, Firestone Park, the Towpath Trail, Sand Run Parkway, Stan Hywet Estate, and Highland Square, finishing at Lock 3 on the Blue Line. Course maps are provided for the full/relay and half marathon routes.
Registration fees listed on the event page vary by date. Published price ranges include the marathon from about $115.33 to $152.78, the half marathon from about $93.93 to $126.03, and relay entries from about $56.49 to $72.53. The Kids Fun Run is listed as free. Fundraising information shows $85,623.33 raised toward a $336,250.00 goal. Sponsors named include Summa Health (race series sponsor) and FirstEnergy (presenting sponsor). Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.