Memorial 5K Run/Walk
Memorial 5K Run/Walk is a running race on September 6, 2026 in Dover, OH, with an entry fee of $25.
- Date
- September 6, 2026 (60 days to go)
- Price
- $25
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
The Dover American Legion Post 205 will be holding its 2nd Annual 5K Memorial Run/Walk in conjunction with The City of Dover’s “End of Summer Celebration” on Sunday, August 31st. The event will take place starting, and finishing, at the softball field next to Dover Middle School. The Run/Walk event will take place going through Dover’s City Park.
Proceeds will be split between The Jack Reese Memorial Scholarship Fund, where the Dover American Legion provides scholarships to Dover area high school seniors, and the Posts Donation Fund, which is used for making donations to area youth activities.
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
80°
Typical Low
56°
Chance of Rain
30%
Based on US Climate Normals data from New Philadelphia, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Dover, OH
Population
13,094
as of 2023
City Elevation
909 ft
Nearest Airport
CAK
Akron Canton Regional Airport · 26 mi
Major Hub
CLE
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport · 64 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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60
Days to train
- Race
- Memorial 5K Run/Walk
- Date
- September 6, 2026
Plan your trip
Make it a Racecation
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Memorial 5K Run/Walk
Sep 6, 2026