
From the Organizer
Spend this Independence Day at the Raintree 4th of July 5k, the second race of the 2026 The Great Eight Race Series. Green's Great Eight Race Series brings eight local 5k races together with the joint goal of raising money for nonprofits and charities in the City of Green. All proceeds go to First Tee of Akron. The Raintree 5k and Fun Run takes runners around the beautiful Raintree Golf Course in the City of Green. Enjoy the fast fairways, gorgeous golf cart paths and friendly neighborhood streets.
Times:
- 5k race: 7:30 am
- 1-mile Fun Run: 8:00 am
Location:
Raintree Golf & Event Center
4350 Mayfair Rd Uniontown, OH 44685
Prices:
- 5k race: $30-$40 per person
- 1-mile Fun Run: $10-$15 per person
Overall and Age Group Awards:
-Acme pies for all overall and age group winners - Apple Pies, Pumpkin Pies, Blueberry Pies
Door Prizes:
- Raintree Golf and Event Center Golf Passes - Include 18 holes of Golf and a Cart
- Free Pair of Shoes from Ritchies Sporting Goods
Part of the Green Great Eight Race Series - Click here for more info
Events
Weather
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
84°
Typical Low
63°
Chance of Rain
39%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Akron Canton Rgnl Ap, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
27,381
as of 2023
Elevation
1,105 ft
Nearest Airport
CAK
Akron Canton Regional Airport · 3 mi
Major Hub
CLE
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport · 38 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.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
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Days to train
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Raintree 4th July 5K and Fun Run
Jul 4, 2026