Youngstown Peace Race
Youngstown Peace Race is a running race on October 18, 2026 in Youngstown, OH, with entry fees from $25 to $50.
- Date
- October 18, 2026 (87 days to go)
- Price
- $25–$50
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
The 52nd annual Youngstown Peace Race takes place on Sunday, October 18th, 2026. The event includes a 400-Meter Kids Fun Run (Ages 10 & Under), 2-Mile Run/Walk, & 11K. A virtual option is also available.
Please be aware that due to construction in the park, the 10K will move to an 11K distance this year.
- The 25K begins at 8:30am.
- The Kids Fun Run begins at 9:00am and starts west of the Federal Plaza & Wick Ave intersection in Downtown Youngstown.
- The 2-Mile begins at 9:30am from the square in Downtown Youngstown.
- The 11K begins at 10:00am and the start line drop off area is located at Kirkmere Elementary School. 11K Runners must pick up packets before going to Kirkmere. The 11K will follow a fast point-to-point course starting from the Kirk Rd. & S. Schenley Ave. intersection, winding through scenic Mill Creek Park.
- All races finish at the monument at the intersection of Federal Plaza & Wick Ave. under the finish line banner.
- For additional race information, please visit our website, ytownpeacerace.org.
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
61°
Typical Low
42°
Chance of Rain
41%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Youngstown Rgnl Ap, 11 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Youngstown, OH
Population
59,605
as of 2023
City Elevation
1,015 ft
Nearest Airport
CAK
Akron Canton Regional Airport · 41 mi
Major Hub
PIT
Pittsburgh International Airport · 47 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.
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87
Days to train
- Race
- Youngstown Peace Race
- Date
- October 18, 2026
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Youngstown Peace Race
Oct 18, 2026