STARS - 2026 Indoor Track & Field

Race Website and Volunteering To see full event details, please visit the event website:Canal Corridor Endurance Run WebsiteVolunteer opportunities and signups will be at this link:VOLUNTEER HERE Overview The Canal Corridor 100 Mile Endurance Run will be held on October 10-11, 2026. In 2026 we're excited to announce that there will now be the Front Half 50 Mile an Back Half 50 Mile distance options! Participants will run through the exceptionally beautiful Ohio & Erie Canalway in Northeast Ohio, starting and finishing in downtown Akron, Ohio.The race is FAST, FLAT, SCENIC - suitable for anyone looking to complete their first 100 mile or 50 mile race, or any seasoned veterans looking to go after their 100 mile or 50 mile PR. The 10th Annual Canal Corridor Endurance Run will be run on the Ohio & Erie Canalway as a race starting in Akron with out & back sections running north and then south from the main start/finish area. The final course map and description will be posted on our website, and

will depend on permitting of all the jurisdictions that the course will run through. We are USATF certificated & sanctioned for our 2026 course.The 2026 running of the Canal Corridor 100 Mile is a qualifier for the 2027 Western States Endurance Run lottery! New in 2026 - 50 Mile Distance Added! We're excited to add a 50 Mile distance to the Canal Corridor Endurance Run in 2026! Runners will have the choice between the "Front Half" 50 Mile starting in the morning at 7:00AM or the "Back Half" 50 Mile starting just before dark at 6:00PM! This is the perfect option for those that want to still take part in the Canal Corridor Endurance Run fun, but not quite up for the full 100 Mile distance! Course Description The start/finish line is at Missing Falls Brewery in downtown Akron, OH (540 S Main St. Suite 112, Akron, OH 44311). The course runs along The Towpath Trail following the Ohio & Erie Canalway. The Towpath is a crushed limestone trail that occasionally yields to asphalt or concrete

walkway. The course is roughly 70% crushed limestone to 30% asphalt.FIRST 50 MILES AND THE "FRONT HALF" 50 MILE: The start is in downtown Akron, Ohio and will travel north on the Towpath for 25 mile before turning around and running 25 miles back to the starting area. This is the half way point for the 100 Mile race and the Front Half 50 Mile course.SECOND 50 MILES AND THE "BACK HALF" 50 MILE: After the first 50 miles runners will head south on the Towpath for 25 miles before turning around and running back directly to Akron, OH to the finish line for the final 25 miles. This second half is also the Back Half 50 Mile course.Elevation gain over the entire 100 Mile course is about 1500 feet total.Elevation gain for the 50 Mile Front Half is approximately 950 feet.Elevation gain for the 50 Mile Back Half is approximately 550 feet.There are aid/water stations approximately every 4-6 miles throughout the course that alternate from staffed full aid stations to unstaffed water & gel stations. The

full aid stations will be staffed by seasoned ultrarunners and will offer water, electrolyte drink and various food items including hot foods at night. Schedule of Events START AND FINISH LINE - Missing Falls Brewery in Akron, Ohio (540 S Main St. Suite 112, Akron, OH 44311)There is a 30 hour time limit for the 100 Mile Race.There is a 15 hour time limit for the Front Half and Back Half 50 Mile Races.The 100 mile race ends at 12:00pm on Sunday October 11, 2026.FRIDAY OCTOBER 9, 20263:00PM: Check-in and packet pickup starts7:00PM: Drop bags are due to be dropped off7:00PM: Check-in and packet pickup endsSATURDAY OCTOBER 10, 20265:00AM: Runner packet pickup & drop bags for late arrivals6:00AM: 100 Mile Race Starts 7:00AM: Front Half 50 Mile Race Starts 6:00PM: Back Half 50 Mile Race Starts 10:00PM: Front Half 50 Mile Course CutoffSUNDAY OCTOBER 11, 20269:00AM: Back Half 50 Mile Course Cutoff12:00PM: 100 Mile Course Cutoff (race concludes) A National Heritage Area The Ohio & Erie Canalway is a

National Heritage Area — designated by Congress in 1996 — to help preserve and celebrate the rails, trails, landscapes, towns and sites that grew up along the first 110 miles of the canal that helped Ohio and our nation grow. Annually, more than 2.5 million Americans find their way to the iconic 81+ mile Towpath Trail running through the heart of the Canalway. The historic Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad and the nationally designated America’s Byway offer alternate Canalway travel options through the National Heritage Area. Whether birding, hiking, bicycling or traveling by horseback, trail, rail or Byway — the cultural, historic, recreational and natural resources of the Ohio & Erie Canalway add quite a bit to the quality of life in the counties of Cuyahoga, Summit, Stark and Tuscarawas in Northeastern Ohio. Within our borders — stretching 110 miles from Cleveland to New Philadelphia — you’ll find the Cuyahoga Valley National Park, the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad, the County Park

Districts of Cuyahoga, Summit, Stark and Tuscarawas Counties all working together with communities and organizations to restore, build and replenish the cultural, historical, natural and recreational resources of the region that collectively tell our story. It’s been a source of economic strength for Ohio as well. Since receiving its National Heritage Area designation in 1996, the Ohio & Erie Canalway has leveraged upwards of $350 million in Federal, State, Local and Private investments throughout the region. Of that total, $85 million in leveraged investments have taken place along the Towpath Trail itself. In many respects, it’s an historic return on the $12 million in National Park Service funding that the Ohio & Erie Canalway Association has been awarded and is distributing through a combination of grants and technical assistance to regional partners. The collaborative community spirit at the heart of every National Heritage Area remains the hallmark of Ohio & Erie Canalway programs and

projects that continue to help Ohio and our nation grow. Event's current local time: 4:44 AM ET

Goodyear Half Marathon & 10k

Saturday, August 8 | Akron, Ohio

#runAkron

Join Us for the 3rd Annual James Anderson Built on Belief 7K & 1-Mile Walk for Recovery!

📅 Date: Sunday, October 18, 2026

📍 Location: 916 Kenmore Blvd., Akron, Ohio 44314

We’re excited to announce the 3rd Annual James Anderson Built on Belief 7K & 1-Mile Walk for Recovery —an event dedicated to celebrating resilience, recovery, and community. The 1 Mile Walk is an untimed event!

Virtual: Can't participant on race day. We offer virtual so you can run the event any day/time and log your results from October 18-31!. You can pickup your items on Saturday/Sunday the weekend of our event or add on $10 for your items to be shipped to you after our event. The virtual mailing will be shipped after the event by October 23 and should be received by October 31. Virtual isn't included in the awards!

This race was inspired by James Anderson, whose journey of recovery has been nothing short of remarkable. In 2023, James ran 100 miles straight over 30 hours, pushing his body and mind to the limit to raise $20,000 for our organization. His dedication and belief in the power of recovery continue to inspire others to take that next step—whether it’s one mile or one hundred.

In 2024, we launched this race as a way to honor James’ efforts and create a lasting tradition that brings the community together in support of recovery. Our inaugural event was a huge success, but we also learned a lot—and we’re making exciting improvements for 2026! This year, participants can look forward to:

✅ A newly paved driveway at the start/finish line for a smoother race experience

✅ An updated and more accurate race map to ensure precise course measurements

✅ An even better event experience with improved logistics, amenities, and more surprises!

🏅 Whether you’re running the 7K, walking the 1-mile course, or cheering from the sidelines, your participation helps change lives.

Register today and be part of something bigger than a race—be part of a movement.

Together, we run for recovery. Together, we believe.

T-Shirt:

Short Sleeve T-Shirt for all registrants Adult X-Small to 3X-Large. Discount is available for a No Shirt option of $5 up to Race Day! Shirts will be limited after Sunday, October 4!

Medals:

All participants will receive a medal.

Schedule:

Saturday, October 17:

12:00-4:00 PM - Pre-Packet Pickup

Sunday, October 18:

7:30 AM - Packet Pickup/Registration

9:00 AM - 7K Run/Walk Start

9:00 AM - 1 Mile Family Fun Walk Start (untimed event)

10:00 AM - 7K Awards

7K Awards:

Top 1 Overall Male & Female

Top 3 Age Group Male & Female in 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, & 70+

Sponsorship:

If your interested in sponsoring our event please visit our sponsorship page!