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APF 5K REGISTRATION
The Akron Pride Festival 5K is part of the Akron Promise City Series of neighborhood runs and an official Akron Bicentennial event celebrating the city’s 200th anniversary.
Run Akron’s scenic streets and the historic Ohio & Erie Canal towpath alongside a diverse, inclusive crowd celebrating love and acceptance. Open to runners and walkers of all abilities, this event is a chance to make lasting memories and show your support for Akron’s LGBTQ+ community.
5K INFORMATION
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Location
Canal Place
520 S Main St
Akron, OH US 44311 -
Registration Fee Expiration Dates:
June 15 - $30
July 15 - $35
Aug. 10 - $40
Aug. 22 - $45 -
T-Shirts
T-Shirt for all registrants! Discount is available for No Shirt option of $5 up to Race Day! We offer Youth Large and Adult Small to Adult X-Large. To be guaranteed a shirt size please register by 8/1. Limited selection will be available after!
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Schedule:
Thursday, August 20, 2026:
Runner Packet Pick-up
Akron Art Museum, 1 S High Street, Akron, OH
Time: 5:30-8:30 PMFriday, August 22, 2025:
Packet Pick-up and Race Start/Finish
Canal Place, 520 S Main St, Akron, OH
5:00-6:15 PM - Packet Pickup
6:30 PM - 5K Run/Walk Start -
Awards:
The in-person Akron Pride Festival 5K will award certificates and prizes for the following runner categories:
- Top 3 Overall Male/Female/Non-binary
- Top 3 Male/Female/Non-binary in each following fifteen (15) Age Groups:
9-Under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, & 75-Up