Gates Mills Fox Trot
Gates Mills Fox Trot is a running race on September 12, 2026 in Gates Mills, OH, with an entry fee of $35.
- Date
- September 12, 2026 (51 days to go)
- Location
- Gates Mills, Gates Mills, OH
- Price
- $35
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Join us for our Second Annual Gates Mills Fox Trot and to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Gates Mills Elementary and the 200th anniversary of our Village! A fun-filled run or walk along the Chagrin River and through scenic Gates Mills.
Located in the heart of the Chagrin River Valley, this beautiful looped course is well-suited for a range of runners, with scenic views of nature and Western Reserve architecture at the start of fall.
Bring the whole family for an enjoyable morning of connectedness in the heart of the Village, with the Kids 50 Yard Foxtrot beginning at 8:45am and the 1 Mile & 5K beginning at 9:00am. Stay tuned for additional details on activities for the whole family!
Registration fees and donations benefit the Gates Mills Parent Teacher Club (PTC), which is dedicated to supporting school and community events for its students, teachers, and families, including field trips, scholarships, teacher grants, and other educational enhancements at Gates Mills Elementary School that contribute to our students’ and teachers’ social, emotional, and academic well-being.
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
76°
Typical Low
56°
Chance of Rain
42%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Kirtland-Holden 2, 8 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Gates Mills, OH
Population
2,192
as of 2023
City Elevation
765 ft
Nearest Airport
CLE
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport · 24 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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Gates Mills Fox Trot
Sep 12, 2026