Youngstown Peace Race

OCT
18
2026
Experience the 52nd Youngstown Peace Race on Oct 18, 2026 in Youngstown, Ohio with in person and virtual options. The traditional 10K is a new 11K through scenic Mill Creek Park finishing at the Federal Plaza monument.
Sun 18 Oct 2026
25 kilometers 11 kilometers

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Event overview

The 52nd annual Youngstown Peace Race takes place on October 18, 2026 in Youngstown, Ohio. The event program includes a range of in-person and virtual options. Due to construction in the park, the usual 10K distance has been changed to 11K for 2026. The event finishes at the monument at the intersection of Federal Plaza and Wick Ave under the finish line banner.

Distances and entry details

  • 25K
  • 11K - start area and packet pickup notes apply
  • 2-Mile Run/Walk - listed entry fee applies; free for ages 10 and under
  • Kid's Fun Run - 400 meters, open to ages 1-10
  • Virtual Participant

The 11K is a point-to-point course that starts near the Kirk Rd. and S. Schenley Ave. intersection and runs through Mill Creek Park. 11K participants are required to pick up race packets before going to the Kirkmere Elementary School start/drop-off area.

Location and logistics

The event base address is 17 N. Champion St., Youngstown, OH 44503. The Kids Fun Run and the 2-Mile Run/Walk begin in downtown Youngstown near Federal Plaza and the downtown square. Registration fees are listed for each event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

25 km
25k
11 km
11k
2-Mile Run/walk
400-Meter Kids Fun Run