Never Walk Alone
Never Walk Alone is a running race on August 1, 2026 in Orrville, OH, with entry fees from $18 to $35.
- Date
- August 1, 2026 (9 days to go)
- Price
- $18–$35
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Never Walk Alone is a 5k that comes from the teenagers from the boys and girls club. The teens wanted to start a 5k to raise awareness about mental health. They realized that so many people struggle in their community, so they decided to do something about it. This 5k is a reminder how important every person is in the world. While also highlighting the importance of togetherness as a city. The money raised through this event will support the organization Erika's Lighthouse which the teens chose. Erika's lighthouse provides mental health services to Wayne County and across the country. The race with take place in the city of Orrville starting at the Boys and Girls club at 9:00am on August 1st. If you do not like to run don't worry, there will be a 1 mile walk option as well!!! Please join us for this awesome opportunity to love on our community!
Shirts:
Include with your registration is a t-shirt! We offer Youth Small to Large, Adult Small to 2X-Large, and a no shirt option for $5 discount. Shirts will be limited after July 12 with limited selection!
Schedule:
7:30 AM - Race Pickup
9:00 AM - 5k Race start
9:05 AM - One Mile Walk Starts
10:00 AM - Award Ceremony
Awards:
5k Run/Walk:
Top 1 Overall Women/Men
Top 1 Women/Men in each age group 1-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, & 70+
1 Mile Walk:
Top 1 Overall Women/Men
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
82°
Typical Low
60°
Chance of Rain
46%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Wooster Wayne Co Ap, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Orrville, OH
Population
8,361
as of 2023
City Elevation
1,054 ft
Nearest Airport
CAK
Akron Canton Regional Airport · 18 mi
Major Hub
CLE
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport · 39 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
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What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Never Walk Alone, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
9
Days to train
- Race
- Never Walk Alone
- Date
- August 1, 2026
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Never Walk Alone
Aug 1, 2026