Hale Harvest 5K Run
- Date
- October 10, 2026
- Location
- 2686 Oak Hill Rd, Akron, OH
- Distance
- 5K · Kids Dash
From the Organizer
The Hale Harvest 5K Run has returned to Hale Farm & Village! The annual Harvest Festival Weekend is a cherished fall tradition for Northeast Ohio families and schoolchildren. Come celebrate the season’s bounty surrounded by the sights, sounds, and flavors of autumn at Hale Farm & Village. Experience how food was prepared and preserved for winter, press apple cider with antique farm equipment, grind and shell corn, make and sample apple butter, and enjoy fresh, old-fashioned popcorn. Hale Farm & Village will celebrate the Harvest on October 5-6 and 10-11 from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
The barnyards come to life with harvest activities and animals, including chickens, oxen, and sheep. Guests can enjoy pumpkin painting, wagon rides through the scenic grounds, a giant hay pile for kids to explore, and plenty of seasonal tastes and samples. This festive weekend, filled with fall fun for all ages, happens rain or shine. Admission includes all festival activities plus Hale Farm’s traditional crafts and trades demonstrations.
Race Details
The run takes place Saturday, October 11, from 9:15 a.m. to 10:15 a.m., winding through the village, sugar bush, pastures, and scenic trails on paved, grass, and gravel surfaces. The Hale Harvest 5K benefits InHale, an educational initiative that uses historic and natural resources to offer innovative experiences that promote sustainable agriculture, civic leadership, education, and recreation. The top three finishers overall and the top male and female finishers per category receive hand-crafted pieces from Hale Farm & Village’s Early American Craft and Trade artisans.
Please note: while strollers are allowed, the course includes gravel and grass paths and may not be stroller-friendly.
No pets are permitted on the grounds, with the exception of service animals.
Registration Info
- 5K Early Bird Registration by October 10th: $35
- Race Day Registration: $40
- Kids Dash: $5
What You Get
- Official Race T-Shirt (5K Only)
- Donut After the Race (Kids Dash Only)
- Race Bib
- Admission into the Hale Farm for the day of the race
Race Day Info
Packet Pickup/Registration: 8:00 AM
Kids Dash: 9:00 AM
5K Start: 9:15 AM
Packet Pickup
Race Day Pickup: Begins at 8:00 AM
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
67°
Typical Low
46°
Chance of Rain
37%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Akron Fulton Intl Ap, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Akron, OH
Population
189,526
as of 2023
Elevation
986 ft
Nearest Airport
CAK
Akron Canton Regional Airport · 12 mi
Major Hub
CLE
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport · 28 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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- What is the Hale Harvest 5K Run?
- Hale Harvest 5K Run is a running race held in Akron, Ohio on October 10, 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 Hale Harvest 5K Run?
- Saturday, October 10, 2026 in Akron, Ohio at 2686 Oak Hill Rd, Akron, OH. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Hale Harvest 5K Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Hale Harvest 5K Run
Oct 10, 2026