Akron, OH
Race Details
Flight of the Heron 5k, 10k, & 1mi
Flight of the Heron 5k, 10k, & 1mi is an upcoming race scheduled for Sat, Jul 18 2026 in Akron, OH (America/New York timezone).
Register
- 2026-07-18
Race Date
- Open
Registration Status
- Akron, OH
Location
Event Schedule
Here is the latest schedule of events:
| Name | Distance | Type | Price | Start Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5k | 3.1 Miles | running_race | $35.00 | 7/18/2026 10:00 |
| 10k | 6.2 Miles | running_race | $45.00 | 7/18/2026 10:00 |
| 1 Mile | 1 Miles | running_race | $25.00 | 7/18/2026 10:00 |
Flight of the Heron 5k, 10k, & 1mi Race Details
The latest details from your Race Directors:
The Flight of the Heron is a run that celebrates the continuing renewal of the Little Cuyahoga and Cuyahoga Rivers in Akron. The run kicks off the City of Akron’s annual Blue Heron Homecoming festival, an environmental festival that provides family-friendly tours, educational opportunities, giveaways, demonstrations, activities, waterway safety, recreation and community around the City’s largest capital investment in public infrastructure and waterway renewal. This year's festival theme is The Ripple Effect!
Awards go to male and female age group winners and the top three male and female runners overall.
When: NEW DATE! July 18, 2026
Place: NEW LOCATION! Mustill Store Museum – 57 West North Street, Akron
Start Times:
Registration 9:00 am
Race 10:00 am
Awards: Every registrant receives a medal and socks. This is while supplies last!
Notes:
Strollers are welcome but please no dogs. Children 5 and under are free.
Race Date
(America/New York timezone)