Do It For James 5k
- Date
- August 1, 2026
- Location
- 8970 Kirby Ln, Streetsboro, OH
- Distance
- 5k Run/Walk
From the Organizer
Experience a day of joy and celebration as we honor the memory of James Woods, a remarkable student and athlete. Create lasting family memories, share laughter with friends, and support the dreams of young scholars through our scholarship awards for high school and college students. Together, let's embrace the spirit of James through fun and inspiration at this unforgettable festival!
Where: Streetsboro City Park, 8980 Kirby lane, Streetsboro, OH 44241
When: August 1st at 8:00 AM until 2:00 PM. See timeline below
Registration and Packet Pick Up: Starting at 8am
The 5k will begin at 10am!
SCHOLARSHIPS TO BE AWARDED BASED OFF OF ENTRIES. Register for the 5K Run/Walk in order to be eligible for one of the scholarships.
Free Attractions & Festivities
- DIFJ Fastest Family Relay Race
- Basketball
- Volleyball
- Photo Booth
- Food Trucks
- Basket Raffle
- 50/50 Raffle
- Giant Jenga, Checkers, etc.
- Bounce Houses
- and MUCH more!
We believe in empowering our youth, building strength in our families, and raising awareness against internet crimes. Please join us and help to continue our mission!
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
60°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Ravenna 2 S, 8 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Streetsboro, OH
Population
17,514
as of 2023
Elevation
1,165 ft
Nearest Airport
CAK
Akron Canton Regional Airport · 24 mi
Major Hub
CLE
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport · 29 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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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Do It For James 5k?
- Do It For James 5k is a running race held in Streetsboro, Ohio on August 1, 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 Do It For James 5k?
- Saturday, August 1, 2026 in Streetsboro, Ohio at 8970 Kirby Ln, Streetsboro, OH. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Do It For James 5k?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Do It For James 5k
Aug 1, 2026