11 running events in Summit County, Ohio

Frostbite 5K Prediction Run

Saturday Feb. 14th- Valentine's Day – Munroe Falls Metro Park, 9 AM

This year's winter wear giveaway is a Custom Valentine Day warm crew sweatshirt

Walkers are welcome, but awards will be limited to predictions under 50 minutes to prevent frostbite waiting for the awards presentation.

Early Packet Pick Up:

Day before Race - Friday, February 13, 3:30-5:30 P.M. at

Ritchies Sporting Goods

137 South Avenue

Tallmadge, OH 44278

Race Day Packet Pick Up - Saturday, February 14: 8:00-8:45 A.M.

RACE STARTS AT 9:00 AM

This is a time prediction 5k run, anybody fast or slow can win by being the closest to finish to their predicted time. So.....

In keeping with the fun spirit of the event please note: NO TIMING DEVICES ALLOWED DURING THE RACE, INCLUDING WATCHES, GPS UNITS AND HEART MONITORS, HEADPHONES, HEADSETS, OR EAR BUDS. Please do not ask for an exception to these restrictions, it causes the race director great distress!

Due to insurance restrictions, pets and strollers are not permitted on the race course.

Awards:

Awards to the runner closest to his/her predicted time; not always to the fastest overall runners. Awards will go as deep as the prize pile. Great Prizes!

NOTE # 1: This is entirely an outdoor event! It's February in Ohio folks! Dress and plan accordingly! We have plenty of great snacks to fuel you afterward, but remember the best place to wait for that last finisher and awards to be determined may be your own vehicle. We'll make sure to loudly announce when it's time to give the awards.

NOTE # 2: If the weather gets serious, please check your email any last minute race information.

The course map below shows one lap of the race. Two laps must be completed on the park road that circles the lake before pulling off into the parking lot where the finish line is.

Run, jog or walk to celebrate mom during this annual 5K from the Summit Metro Parks. The stroller-friendly course for this chip-timed race travels twice around the scenic Munroe Falls Lake. Race proceeds benefit the Summit Metro Parks Foundation.

Because the course overlays the park entrance/exit road, the park’s entrance gate will close at 7:50 a.m. and will be re-opened by park police after participants clear the second lap.

A choice of a race t-shirt or native tree sapling is included with each paid registration, including the 14 & under kids’ category, while supplies last. Register early to ensure availability.

The event is held rain or shine. Refunds are available through May 1, 2026, but not after. The course is not fully ADA-compliant, but wheelchair participants and jogging strollers are welcome. If you plan to use an adaptive device on the course, please contact the race in advance. The course surface is asphalt.

Packet Pickup

Pre-race packet pickup is available on Saturday, May 9 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm (1828 Smith Rd., Akron). Race day packet pickup will start at 7 a.m. the morning of the race.

Registration and Fees

For ages 14 and under, registration is $10 through race day (the discount for 14 and under registrants is applied at checkout).

For ages 15 and older, registration is tiered by date:

• $20/person through January 14

• $25/person from January 15 through March 14

• $30/person from March 15 through April 14

• $35/person from April 15 through race day

Participants may register on the morning of the race but will only be able to do so online (no cash accepted).

Rules

Wagons, bikes, scooters, rollerblades, and motorized vehicles are not permitted on the course. Pet spectators (on leashes, 8-foot max) are welcome, but not allowed on the course. Anyone on the course over the age of 5 years, or participating under their own power must be a registered participant with a race bib. Only registered participants with race bibs are eligible for finisher awards.

Awards

The top male and female (1st and 2nd place finishers) for each age group are awarded their name engraved in the Munroe Falls Mother’s Day 5K brick paver walkway.

The overall top male and female (1st and 2nd place finishers) are awarded their name engraved in the Munroe Falls Mother’s Day 5K brick walkway as well as an engraved top finisher brick paver to take home.

Age groups are as follows (male and female):

• 14 & under

• 15-19 years

• 20-29 years

• 30-39 years

• 40-49 years

• 50-59 years

• 60-69 years

• 70+ years

Trailblazers and fun-chasers, grab your sneakers and head to Camp Manatoc! With a 10k, half marathon, marathon, and 8-hour format, Fools is your ticket to ultra-ready prep or a wild day with your trail posse. Fools is your ultimate training ground for longer races like the Burning River Endurance Runs & Relay. The course is packed with wide-open trails, twisty singletrack, and sassy hills to master your endurance game.

• Practice Smart: Try different fuel, hydration, gear, and pacing strategies.

• Full stocked aid station plus you can set up your own 10x10 area to handle any of your own needs.

• Build Confidence: Get ready to crush your next big race in a low-pressure setting!

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.

NEW 5k for 2026! Get ready for an exhilarating adventure at the Muddy Paws 5k, 5 Mile & 10 Mile trail race, set among the trails of the picturesque Kendall Lake area of the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Lace up your shoes and prepare to tackle the NEW 5k, complete one loop for the 5 miler, or challenge yourself with two loops for the 10 miler. Whether you walk or run, this race has an option perfectly suited to your pace.

Since its inception in 2005 by WRR partner Vince Rucci, Muddy Paws has become a beloved event. Vince's passion for running with his rescue dogs inspired this race, and it's only fitting that it supports the Humane Society of Summit County. Make sure to swing by their adoption vehicle on race day – you might just discover a new trail partner to join you on future adventures!

Spend this Independence Day at the Raintree 4th of July 5k, the second race of the 2026 The Great Eight Race Series. Green's Great Eight Race Series brings eight local 5k races together with the joint goal of raising money for nonprofits and charities in the City of Green. All proceeds go to First Tee of Akron. The Raintree 5k and Fun Run takes runners around the beautiful Raintree Golf Course in the City of Green. Enjoy the fast fairways, gorgeous golf cart paths and friendly neighborhood streets.

Times:

• 5k race: 7:30 am

• 1-mile Fun Run: 8:00 am

Location:

Raintree Golf & Event Center

4350 Mayfair Rd Uniontown, OH 44685

Prices:

• 5k race: $30-$40 per person

• 1-mile Fun Run: $10-$15 per person

Overall and Age Group Awards:

-Acme pies for all overall and age group winners - Apple Pies, Pumpkin Pies, Blueberry Pies

Door Prizes:

• Raintree Golf and Event Center Golf Passes - Include 18 holes of Golf and a Cart

• Free Pair of Shoes from Ritchies Sporting Goods

Part of the Green Great Eight Race Series - Click here for more info