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Walking Events Calendar near Kent 2026-2027
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Explore the top walking events near Kent for 2026-2027! We've gathered 109 great walks in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local walk.
October 2026
Walkers follow the 5K course from St George Byzantine Catholic in Canton OH through nearby streets, Middlebranch trail and monastery grounds. Strollers are welcome, a free 100 yards kids fun run is included; registration limited to 300.
Walkers take the 4 Miles out and back from Newton Falls Elementary School via residential streets to the historic covered bridge. Entry is free with online or race morning registration and parking at nearby schools.
Walkers can join the 1 Mile Memorial Walk at 3480 Laurel Road, Brunswick, OH, a short memorial route supporting Rachel's Gift. Both in person and virtual options are offered, with registration and an event T shirt available.
Walkers can choose an untimed 1 Mile Family Fun Walk or the mixed 7K run walk, both based at The JADFA House, 916 Kenmore Blvd, Akron. The course has a newly paved driveway at the start and finish and includes shirts and medals.
The 1 Mile Walk starts at EDWINS, 12383 Cedar Road in Cleveland Heights and follows a beginner road course on neighborhood sidewalks. This stroller and family friendly untimed route tours local streets and paths alongside the running races.
Walkers have a 5K option at Kent State Branch Trumbull Campus in Warren, OH. The course runs alongside running and bike events and is part of the Remember Nhu event, a nonprofit committed to eliminating child slavery through prevention.
Walkers can choose 1 Mile or 4 Miles routes at the Great Pumpkin Race, starting at 2950 Whipple Ave NW, Canton, OH 44708. Race headquarters provides inside holding areas and restrooms, and wheelchairs, strollers and dogs are welcome alongside..
November 2026
Walkers can take the 5K course at Longwood Park in Macedonia, Ohio, on varied paved pathways and wooded trails. The walk is chip timed, lets participants go at their own pace, and awards medals to all finishers with postrace refreshments and vend..
Walkers can choose the 5K route starting at 132 5th St NW, Canton OH, or a short 0.3 Miles Tot Trot for those under 12 alongside the running races. Finishers receive free food and drinks as well as a finisher medal and individual and team awa..
Walkers can choose 5K or a family friendly 1/4 Mile (440 Yards) route at Central Catholic High School in Canton OH. Packet pickup is in the school gym Wednesday 4:00 to 6:00 pm and Thursday 7:00 to 8:40 am, and all participants receive a meda..
Walkers can choose the full 5K loop around Hinckley Lake or turn back for a 1 mile option on the paved path through Hinckley Reservation. Start and parking are at the South Ball Field parking lot in Hinckley and parking is limited; early pack..
Walkers may choose a 5K starting at Hudson Middle School at 83 North Oviatt Street that heads downtown and returns to the school. A shorter 1 mile loop and a kids fun run on the Memorial Stadium track offer gentler options alongside the runni..
December 2026
Walkers can take part in the 1 Mile walk from 450 Richmond Rd, Highland Hills, OH. Participants receive a shirt, jingle bells, a medal and the walk includes a chipped bib.
The event offers a family-friendly 5K walk from Jackson High School on a scenic park route with holiday decorations and inflatables. An untimed 1 Mile kids fun loop is available; participants receive medals and water and snacks at the finish.