Castle Run for Hope
- Date
- September 7, 2026
- Distance
- 5K Run/Walk
From the Organizer
CommQuest Services and Alliance Rotary invite the community to lace up their running shoes for the fifth annual Castle 5K Run for Hope, on Labor Day, September 7, 2026.
The race kicks off at historic Glamorgan Castle and welcomes runners as well as walkers of all ages and abilities.
Proceeds from the event support the missions of both organizations that share a dedication to build and maintain a healthy community. CommQuest's mission is one of saving lives by providing collaborative care and advocacy for people through three pillars of service: mental health, addiction recovery and social support.
- Race day registration takes place beginning at 8:00am at Glamorgan Castle. The address is: 200 Glamorgan Street, Alliance, OH 44601.
- The chip-timed 5K begins at 9:30am.
- Participants receive a unique soft-blend shirt and custom finisher medal.
- Awards for age categories and overalls.
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
79°
Typical Low
58°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Akron Canton Rgnl Ap, 17 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Alliance, OH
Population
21,574
as of 2023
Elevation
1,164 ft
Nearest Airport
CAK
Akron Canton Regional Airport · 17 mi
Major Hub
CLE
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport · 51 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
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Castle Run for Hope, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
91
Days to train
- Race
- Castle Run for Hope
- Date
- September 7, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
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Running
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Castle Run for Hope?
- Castle Run for Hope is a running race held in Alliance, Ohio on September 7, 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 Castle Run for Hope?
- Monday, September 7, 2026 in Alliance, Ohio at 200 Glamorgan Castle, Alliance, OH. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Castle Run for Hope?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Castle Run for Hope
Sep 7, 2026