The 52nd annual Youngstown Peace Race takes place on Sunday, October 18th, 2026. The event includes a 400-Meter Kids Fun Run (Ages 10 & Under), 2-Mile Run/Walk, & 11K. A virtual option is also available.
Please be aware that due to construction in the park, the 10K will move to an 11K distance this year.
– The 25K begins at 8:30am.
– The Kids Fun Run begins at 9:00am and starts west of the Federal Plaza & Wick Ave intersection in Downtown Youngstown.
– The 2-Mile begins at 9:30am from the square in Downtown Youngstown.
– The 11K begins at 10:00am and the start line drop off area is located at Kirkmere Elementary School. 11K Runners must pick up packets before going to Kirkmere. The 11K will follow a fast point-to-point course starting from the Kirk Rd. & S. Schenley Ave. intersection, winding through scenic Mill Creek Park.
– All races finish at the monument at the intersection of Federal Plaza & Wick Ave. under the finish line banner.