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  • Kenmore Cowbell 7K [runsignup.com]

    Sat, Jun 06, 2026 at 8:00 AM

    Description

    On Saturday, June 6, Akron Promise will host the fifth annual Kenmore Cowbell 7k, which highlights the Summit Lake Trail as well as Akron’s Music Row, Kenmore Boulevard, where guitar shops and...

    On Saturday, June 6, Akron Promise will host the fifth annual Kenmore Cowbell 7k, which highlights the Summit Lake Trail as well as Akron’s Music Row, Kenmore Boulevard, where guitar shops and percussion are plentiful.

    The Cowbell 7k is unique not only in its distance but in its combination of natural and urban experiences. The race will kick off at 8 a.m. at the historic Rialto Theatre to the sound of guitars and cow bells. It will continue east on Kenmore Boulevard to the south end of Summit Lake, Akron's only glacial lake, where runners will connect to the Towpath via the Summit Lake Trail. A bridge will take them across the water past Summit Metro Parks’ Summit Lake Nature Center and Summit Lake Park. Runners will cross the Ohio & Erie Canal via a second bridge and head west, then south along the north side of the lake through a picturesque neighborhood. Runners will experience a slight uphill roll on Kenmore Boulevard which will level out, then head slightly downhill to finish to a bevy of Will Ferrell wannabes cheering them on with more cowbell than the Blue Oyster Cult can shake a drumstick at.

    The finishers’ medal will include a literal cowbell: complete with ringer and all. Runners who finish five of the Akron Promise City Series races will receive a specially designed medal by an Akron Artist.

    According to the race’s organizer, Nick Korora, a 1996 graduate of Kenmore High School, the origins of the cowbell theme are all local. Ellen Benn, known to Kenmore residents as “Grandma Benn,” was known as Kenmore High School’s biggest cheerleader. For over 60 years, she was a fixture at Kenmore High School sporting events, ringing her signature cowbell for the likes of the country’s longest-serving Mayor Don Plusquellic and former New York Jets players Dave and Don Buckey.

    Although Benn died in 2006, Korora sees the race as an opportunity to keep her spirit alive.

    “Spectators are a huge part of this race, just as Grandma Benn was a huge part of our childhoods,” Korora explained. “We offer a variety of race packages, so whether you want to be an athlete, Grandma Benn or Will Ferrell for the day, there’s an opportunity for everyone to participate and have fun.”

    Proceeds from the race will provide resources, mentorship and post-secondary scholarships to Akron Public School students in Kenmore and surrounding communities.

    Discounted registration is available until April 5, 2026

    Aware Categories

    Top 3 Active Military of Veterans

    Top 3 Kenmore High School Graduates

    Top 3 Breast Cancer Survivors

    Top 3 Female and Male Adult and Youth Champions

    Top 3 Male And Female in these Age Categories

    18-24

    25-29

    30-34

    35-39

    40-44

    45-49

    50-54

    55-50

    60-64

    65-69

    70+
    5.2 km from Akron
    1000 Kenmore Blvd, Akron, Ohio, 44314, United States
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    1 Miles 7k Run Trail

  • ADM Recovery Challenge 5K & 1-Mile Family Fun Walk [racepenguin.com] [Register at runsignup.com]

    Sat, Jun 06, 2026 at 9:00 AM

    Description

    Event Overview

    We’ll once again feature community resource tables, along with activities for all ages. The event is designed to celebrate community connections, wellness, and fun for everyone.

    5K...

    Event Overview

    We’ll once again feature community resource tables, along with activities for all ages. The event is designed to celebrate community connections, wellness, and fun for everyone.

    5K Challenge

    This 5K offers friendly competition for athletes of all ages and abilities. The course features winding trails, hills, and other obstacles, symbolizing the challenges many individuals overcome on their recovery journey. All participants receive a medal.

    1-Mile Family Fun Walk

    The Family Fun Walk is a great way to get everyone involved! Each paid participant receives a custom shirt. Kids under 5 years old are $5.

    Event Schedule

    Saturday, June 6, 2026

    • 8:00 AM – Packet Pickup & Registration

    • 9:00 AM – 5K Start

    • 9:15 AM – 1-Mile Start

    Awards

    5K Awards

    Top 3 in each age group:

    • 10 & Under

    • 11–18

    • 19-30

    • 31-45

    • 46-55

    • 56+
    6.3 km from Akron
    I 277;US 224, Akron, Ohio, 44319, United States
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    1 Miles 5k Run Trail Walk

  • Around the Beach [running2bwell.org] [Register at runsignup.com]

    Sat, Jun 13, 2026 at 8:00 AM

    Description

    Two loops around the lake at Munroe Falls Metro Park on the paved path. The course is hilly and paved. We're simplifying the route slightly from previous years, by adding a short out and back on a...

    Two loops around the lake at Munroe Falls Metro Park on the paved path. The course is hilly and paved. We're simplifying the route slightly from previous years, by adding a short out and back on a service road (see map).

    • 1.55 mile fun (untimed) walk option (1 loop)

    • It's a great course for strollers and our four-legged friends.

    • Everyone will get an amazing custom tech shirt and custom finishers medal

    • We'll have plenty of treats to enjoy at the finish line.

    • Live DJ music.

    We will celebrate all paces by giving out awards to our speedier guests and then cheering on those finishing later. We'll also have some fun team competitions for the hairiest and largest.

    Awards will be given to the overall Female/Male winners (1, 2, 3) as well as to the following Age groups

    under 10, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+

    Early packet pick-up will be Friday 6/12 from 4 pm- 7 pm at the race site, Munroe Falls Metro Park, main parking lot.

    Race day pick-up will be from 6:30 AM until 7:45 at the race site.
    9.6 km from Akron
    521 South River Rd, Summit County, Ohio, 44262, United States
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    1.5 Miles 5k Run Walk

  • The Joe Lutz North Hill 5K [runsignup.com]

    Sat, Jun 20, 2026 at 8:00 AM

    Description

    The 6th Annual North Hill 5K is a great local event and included in the Akron Promise Race Series. We are honoring long time Track & Field,/Football Coach/Teacher, Joe Lutz. This year's event will...

    The 6th Annual North Hill 5K is a great local event and included in the Akron Promise Race Series. We are honoring long time Track & Field,/Football Coach/Teacher, Joe Lutz. This year's event will take place at the North Hill Community Development Corporation in North Hill on Saturday June 20th at 8:00 AM

    Price increase to $35 on May 1st. Proceeds benefit Akron North High School Athletics and the AECHS Running Club
    2.7 km from Akron
    760 Elma St, Akron, Ohio, 44310, United States
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    5k Run

  • Project Outrun "Faster Every Day", 5K & Fun Run [projectoutrun.org] [Register at runsignup.com]

    Sat, Jun 20, 2026 at 5:00 PM

    Description

    Project Outrun is back for year five of the "Faster Every Day" Festival, 5k, & Fun Run in beautiful Cuyahoga Falls! Project Outrun is a Northeast Ohio based nonprofit that supports and empowers kids...

    Project Outrun is back for year five of the "Faster Every Day" Festival, 5k, & Fun Run in beautiful Cuyahoga Falls! Project Outrun is a Northeast Ohio based nonprofit that supports and empowers kids and families as they battle pediatric cancer. With the help of custom shoes, plus Project Outrun signature swag, we join teams in the fight and provide New Shoe Smiles, Medal Moments, and Finish Line Feelings to our Outrun families. So come join our Super Fast Family for a day full of fun to get "Faster Every Day" at either our "Outrun Aiman" 5k run/walk, or "I'm not sick but my shoes are" Kids' Sprint, - all while helping to push our Project Outrun mission and message forward. Because when kids outrun cancer, it helps to have the right shoes!

    Want to come and enjoy the fun of our "Faster Every Day" Festival, but not necessarily interested in running or walking? Now you can purchase a "Festival Only Ticket!" Click REGISTER NOW from the menu on the left to get your "Festival Only Ticket!"

    *Entrance to the "Faster Every Day" Festival is included when you register to run/walk with us in the "Outrun Aiman" 5k or the "I'm Not Sick But My Shoes Are" Kids' Sprint!

    All children that participate in the "I'm Not Sick But My Shoes Are" Kids' Sprint will receive a cake pop provided and sponsored by Daisy Pops Cake Pops!

    Outrun Families Run For FREE!

    If your Outrun Athlete has ever designed a pair of custom Project Outrun "I'm not sick but my shoes are kicks" then this applies to your family (parents AND siblings)! Email us to receive your special registration code!

    Virtual:

    If you register to participate virtually, you can run/jog/walk at your convenience! If you register as a virtual runner, your time will not be factored into the in-person race day timing. Items will be mailed after the event for an additional $5. Our Project Outrun Team will mail your race day swag as soon as we possibly can, however, this will be dependent upon inventory and if we have to order more "race day swag" post-race day!
    8.7 km from Akron
    2310 2nd St., Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, 44221, United States
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    5k Fun Run Run Virtual Walk

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