
From the Organizer
2026 Howland Stars and Stripes 5K Run / Walk
Saturday, July 4, 2026
Organized by the Howland Track and Cross Country Programs
LOCATION: Howland High School Football Stadium
RACE FEATURES:
• T-shirt with registration by June 28th,
• Water stations provided
• Computerized live race results provided by Gopher Running
ENTRY FEES:
• 5K Run before July 1st - $25
• 5K Run July 1st through race day - $30
• Kids’ 100-yard dash - FREE
EVENTS
● Registration Opens – 7:00 am
● 5K Race Start - 8:00 am
● Kids’ 100 Yard Dash – 8:50 am
● Awards – 9:00 am
5K AWARDS
Overall top three finishers male & female will receive a medal
Top 3 finishers per age group:
12 and under 40-44
13-16 45-49
17-19 50-54
20-24 55-59
25-29 60-64
30-34 65-69
35-39 70 and up
Only one prize awarded to any participant
Kids’ 100-yard Dash - All children participating in the 100-yard dash will receive an award
For more information on sponsorship, call 330-207-2129 or Email - danny.libert@howlandschools.org
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
83°
Typical Low
58°
Chance of Rain
38%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Warren 3 S, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
39,057
as of 2023
Elevation
904 ft
Nearest Airport
CAK
Akron Canton Regional Airport · 41 mi
Major Hub
CLE
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport · 55 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
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2026 Howland Stars and Stripes 5K
Jul 4, 2026