Fall Classic
Fall Classic is a running and rucking race on November 21–22, 2026 in Strongsville, OH, with entry fees from $40 to $88.
- Date
- November 21–22, 2026 (121 days to go)
- Location
- Bonnie Park Dr, Strongsville, OH
- Price
- $40–$88
- Sports
- RunningRucking
From the Organizer
It's the Fall Classic's 50th Anniversary, and we are bringing an exciting change to this classic race. The Fall Classic will be a two-day race: the 5k will be on Saturday, November 21st, and the Half Marathon and Relay will be on Sunday, November 22nd.
This will allow us to welcome more runners and also offer a Foxy Challenge, completing both events! Join the Cleveland Road Runners Club for the 50th running of the Fall Classic 1/2 marathon and 5K at Bonnie Park. Over the past 5 decades, thousands of runners have enjoyed this fast, scenic course run entirely in the beautiful Cleveland Metroparks.
The 5K & half marathon are USA Track & Field–certified! Both courses are flat and fast, running primarily along the scenic Valley Parkway road through the Cleveland Metroparks — ideal for chasing a personal best. Each day is capped at 1000 runners.
We encourage everyone to carpool to keep the impact on the Cleveland Metroparks at a minimum. Parking is at the RTA parking lot at the corner of Rt. 80 entrance and Pearl Road.
Race Location:
Both races will start and finish at Bonnie Park Picnic Area (Link to Google Pin)
NEW for 2026, the Foxy Challenge!
Sign up for the Foxy Challenge: race the 5K on Saturday and the half marathon on Sunday! Making it a fun + challenging race weekend!
Race Timeline:
- Saturday, November 21st | 5K
- 7:30 AM | Packet pick up opens (5k & Foxy Challenge only)
- 9:00 AM | 5K Start
- 10:00 AM | Kids Dash
- Awards to follow
- Sunday, November 22nd | Half marathon
- 7:30 AM | Packet pick up opens
- 8:15 AM | Early starter wave
- 9:00 AM | Half Marathon start (individual & relay teams)
- Awards to follow
*Note, the above time is subject to change
Half Maraton | Early Start (Optional):
On Sunday, November 22nd, walkers are welcome to start early at 8:15 AM.
Runners Perks:
- Finisher Medal for all participants (stay tuned for design)
- 1/4 zip pullover included for all participants, including 5k (stay tuned for design)
- Beer from Masthead at the Masthead Beer Garden at the Race Site!
- One beer ticket is included with registration
- Chip Time and Live Results
- Awards
- The Overall winner
- First Master
- First Grand Master
- Top 3 in each age group: Under 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+
- Relay Teams will receive a runner belt to keep
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
49°
Typical Low
35°
Chance of Rain
46%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Cleveland, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Strongsville, OH
Population
46,022
as of 2023
City Elevation
919 ft
Nearest Airport
CLE
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport · 7 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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About These Sports
This race spans more than one sport — here’s a guide to each, so you can understand what’s involved and decide if it’s the right fit. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Rucking
Covering a distance on foot under a weighted rucksack — from timed solo challenges to longer team events.
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Fall Classic
Nov 21, 2026