
Scare-A-Thon Marathon and 10K is a running race on October 31, 2026 in Grafton, OH, with entry fees from $50 to $75.
This unique race will take place completely within the Grafton Correctional secure perimeter. *New course* We will run a roughly 2 mile loop; 3 laps for the 10K and 13 for the Marathon.
We will be running with residents that are part of the Running2bwell training program that recently started at GCI and all proceeds will support Running2bwell. We recently bought $5000 worth of shoes for the men at GCI and we're hoping to raise that amount at the race.
Runners will receive a custom t-shirt (sizes not guaranteed). Most importantly, you'll have the chance to run some miles with men that are working hard to improve their lives on their homecourt.
Female runners are allowed this year but there is a strict dress code. Shirts must have sleeves, shorts must go mid-thigh. No tight or form-fitting apparel. More rules may follow as I get them.
Do not give anything (hats, shirts, etc.) to the men at GCI.
Guest runners must be 21 or over.
Guest runners cannot be currently on an inmate visitation pass.
For security and logistical reasons we're limiting entries to the first 30 to register.
You must arrive by 6:00 am to clear security. This isn't your usual race.
Runners cannot bring anything except water bottles, hats, and watches. No phones, headphones, etc. You must bring a photo id and will need to lock your car keys in a locker at the entry point. Everyone is subject to search. While this is one of the safest facilities in the state, it's still a prison, and security for all is the highest priority.
If you can't make it, please consider making a donation of any size to support this new and exciting program.
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
59°
Typical Low
41°
Chance of Rain
36%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Elyria 3 E, 7 mi from the venue.
Nearest Airport
CLE
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport · 13 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Scare-A-Thon Marathon and 10K
Oct 31, 2026