Amherst Skeleton Run
- Date
- October 25, 2026
- Distance
- 5K Run · 1/4 Mile Silly Run (K-5th Grade) · 1/2 Mile Funny Run (6-8th Grade)
From the Organizer
Proceeds to benefit RUNAMHERST.com
Click HERE to see photos from 2025!
Additional gear items can be ordered separately and shipped directly to your home. Please note: these extra items are in addition to, not a replacement for, the included registration shirt.
Order here: Skeleton Run Spiritwear Store
START TIME
7:00am - Race Day Registration and Packet Pick-Up inside Steele Gym Lobby
8:30am - 1/4 Mile Silly Run (K-5th grade)
9:00am - 1/2 Mile Funny Run (6-8th grade)
9:10am - Costume Contest in the main gym
9:30am - 5K Run
10:30am - Awards presentation
TIMING
Chip timing for 5K participants
REGISTRATION
5K Run
$30 Pre-Registration
$35 Day of Race
1/4 Mile Kid's Run and 1/2 Mile Kid's Run
Free!
Youth runners in the RunAmherst.com Little Comets Running Club do not have to register for the 400/800 youth runs. Registration for these athletes is only needed if they want to register for the 5K race or purchase a shirt. Shirts can be picked up in the main gym before 9:30am on race day.
All mailed pre-registered entries must be received by Friday, October 16, 2026
Please make checks payable to: Hermes Sports and Events
Mail entries to:
Hermes Sports and Events
2425 West 11th Street #2
Cleveland, OH 44113
WHAT YOU GET
Participation Medals
Synthetic Shirt, Cotton Shirt, Stocking Hat (Cotton option only available thru October 1 - Synthetic Shirt (while supplies last) or Stocking Hat after that)
Dog and Stroller divisions!
Post-race food and drinks
Walkers welcome
Awards to overall and age group winners
AWARDS
Top men and top women overall
Top Master's men and women overall (40 & over)
Top 3 overall dog and stroller division runners (eligible for age group awards as well!)
Top 3 men and women in the following age categories:
5K Men and Women
7 & Under, 8-11. 12-14, 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 & Over
MORE INFORMATION
For more information, contact Hermes Sports & Events at 216-623-9933
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
59°
Typical Low
40°
Chance of Rain
42%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Elyria Lorain Co Ap, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Amherst, OH
Population
1,771
as of 2023
Elevation
817 ft
Nearest Airport
CLE
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport · 21 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Amherst Skeleton Run, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
139
Days to train
- Race
- Amherst Skeleton Run
- Date
- October 25, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
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Running
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Amherst Skeleton Run?
- Amherst Skeleton Run is a running race held in Amherst, Ohio on October 25, 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 Amherst Skeleton Run?
- Sunday, October 25, 2026 in Amherst, Ohio at Amherst Steele High School, Amherst, OH. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Amherst Skeleton Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Amherst Skeleton Run
Oct 25, 2026