Akron Pickle Fest 5K

The fall tradition is back!

Get ready to tackle the 5K (3.1 miles) in downtown Akron this October. Open to all ages and abilities, runners and walkers will enjoy a picture-perfect course. After crossing the finish line, enjoy a cup of apple cider while you choose the perfect pumpkin!

Gourdy’s Pumpkin Run has become a tradition for hundreds of thousands of fall-natics since 2012. Your registrations helps support Girls on the Run, who is dedicated to creating a world where every girl knows and activates her limitless potential and is free to boldly pursue her dreams.

Registration Includes:

-Entry to the 5K

-2026 Lightweight Tech Hoodie, perfect for fall running weather

-2026 finisher's medal

-Commemorative race bib with chip timing

-Cup of apple cider at the finish line

-Small pumpkin to take home

We invite you to the Return of the Four Leaf Clover 4-mile run and Alayna Bretsik Family Fun Run to benefit cancer patients of all ages right here in Northeast Ohio on Saturday, September 12th at 10:00am.

This is the must do short distance run in the Akron area for 2026! Of course, you can walk it too! This challenging, fun four-mile course will travel through some of the famous brick road West Hill neighborhoods of Akron, including historic Glendale Cemetery. The run will finish on the 50-yard line of John Cistone Field at the VanDevere Automotive Family Station on the campus of St. Vincent-St. Mary High School. Yes, the same field that LeBron played on! Included in all the fun is the finisher’s party. The Four Leaf Clover Run Finisher’s Festival is complete with live music featuring Disco Inferno, refreshments, and an onsite BBQ. There is also an awards ceremony for overall and age group winners and recognition of fundraising champions and cancer fighters. Most importantly, your entry fee is not just another race fee; think of it as a gift to make a difference in the lives of those affected by cancer.

All Runners/Walkers receive:

Commemorative Gift

Race T-shirt

Finishers Festival

Goodie Bag

BBQ Meal

One Beer Ticket (21 age or over)

Overall/Age/Group Awards.

Start Time

Registration/Packet Pick Up- 8:00am

5K Run/1 Mile Walk - 9:00 a.m.

Timing

5K is Bib-Tag chip timed

1 Mile Walk is untimed

What Is PS I Love you?

The "P.S. I Love You" event honors Patrick Steurer, a 1997 graduate of St. Vincent-St. Mary High School and a dedicated member of the downtown Akron YMCA. An avid runner, Patrick completed his first half marathon in under two hours in 2013 and aimed to run his first full marathon in 2015. Unfortunately, he tragically passed away during a training run before achieving this goal. His father and board member emeritus, Dan Steurer, was involved in the YMCA for many years, including chairing the Jack-O-Lantern Jog 5K for two decades. Today, we honor the Steurer legacy…Patrick’s positive spirit and support for others at the YMCA left a lasting impact.

He is remembered fondly by all who knew him. Patrick Steurer, we love you.

Registration

Pre-Registration

Until August 31st

$30

September 1st through race day

$35

Register by September 1 to be guaranteed a t-shirt

5K Awards

Top Male and Female Overall

Top Male and Female Master Overall (60+)

Top Male and Female Junior Overall (18 & Under)

*Dogs are allowed at this race but we ask that you line up in the back and have a short leash.