Akron Pickle Fest 5K
- Date
- August 9, 2026
- Location
- 200 S Main St, Akron, OH
- Distance
- Adult 5K Run/Walk · Youth 5K Run/Walk · Run with Your Dog
From the Organizer
TIME TO GET YOUR PICKLE ON!
Akron’s Pride: Akron Pickle
We’ve been magically turning cucumbers into something way better since 2009. Join us for a FUN FUN FUN 5K that kicks off the Akron Pickle Fest in Downtown Akron. Awards to the Top 3 Overall Men/Women and Top 3 in Age Groups 1-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+
Special Run with Your Dog Division!
The Pickle Fest itself opens immediately after the awards for the 5K at 10:00am
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
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
84°
Typical Low
63°
Chance of Rain
35%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Akron Fulton Intl Ap, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Akron, OH
Population
189,526
as of 2023
Elevation
986 ft
Nearest Airport
CAK
Akron Canton Regional Airport · 12 mi
Major Hub
CLE
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport · 28 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.
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Waiting For?
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Akron Pickle Fest 5K?
- Akron Pickle Fest 5K is a running race held in Akron, Ohio on August 9, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Akron Pickle Fest 5K?
- Sunday, August 9, 2026 in Akron, Ohio at 200 S Main St, Akron, OH. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Akron Pickle Fest 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Akron Pickle Fest 5K
Aug 9, 2026