Zoar Merry Miles
Zoar Merry Miles is a running race on December 5, 2026 in Zoar, OH, featuring the 5K distance, with an entry fee of $25.
- Date
- December 5, 2026 (159 days to go)
- Location
- Zoar Community Center, Zoar, OH
- Distance
- 5K · Other
- Price
- $25
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Kick off your Christmas in Zoar experience with the Zoar Merry Miles, a 5K Run/Walk, that takes you around and through the village decorated in its Christmas splendor. The Kid's Fun Run (10 & Under) is just under half a mile, and of course a family member may run/walk it with them.
The course is a mix of roads and trail with a few moderate hills, passing the Zoar Garden, crossing the iron bridge, taking in the wetlands and accessing the trail that leads back up into the village. A challenging, yet fun course!
Due to the Trail being a bit narrow in a couple of spots, and scattered with some tree roots, no strollers will be permitted.
Dogs on a fixed leash are permitted on the course.
Snacks & Refreshments:
Cookies, soup, water, hot chocolate, granola bars and fruit at the finish line.
T-Shirts:
Our 5K receives a long sleeved t-shirt we offer Adult X-Small to 2X-Large or a No T-Shirt Option for a $5 discount. T-Shirts will be limited after November 13th!
Finishers Medal:
All Finishers in the Kid's Fun Run & Zoar Merry Miles receive a locally, handcrafted finishers medal.
Schedule:
Saturday, December 5:
7:30 AM - Registration & Packet Pickup
8:45 AM - Kid's Fun Run 1/2 Mile - Untimed Event!
9:00 AM - Zoar Merry Miles 5K Starts
10:00 AM - Awards Ceremony
Awards:
Top 3 Overall Female & Male
Top 3 Female & Male in each of the following Age Groups 9-Under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, & 70+
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
44°
Typical Low
27°
Chance of Rain
41%
Based on US Climate Normals data from New Philadelphia, 9 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Zoar, OH
Nearest Airport
CAK
Akron Canton Regional Airport · 21 mi
Major Hub
CLE
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport · 59 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Zoar Merry Miles
Dec 5, 2026