14th Annual Race for Case
- Date Sat 16th May 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Akron, Ohio
- Price $12.70 - $28.75
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the 14th Annual Race for Case on Saturday, May 16, 2026, in the vibrant community of Akron, Summit! This exciting event not only brings together local runners and families but also supports a worthy cause—benefiting all students of Case CLC. The Race for Case has a proven track record of funding impactful projects, such as the construction of a permanent greenhouse, the acquisition of digital microscopes, and the introduction of a VR system, all aimed at enhancing educational opportunities.
As part of the Akron Promise City Series, this race encourages community spirit while promoting a healthy lifestyle. Participants can look forward to a day filled with fun, fitness, and friendship—making it a fantastic experience for all ages. Lace up your shoes and be part of this uplifting event that aims to inspire and empower our youth!
As part of the Akron Promise City Series, this race encourages community spirit while promoting a healthy lifestyle. Participants can look forward to a day filled with fun, fitness, and friendship—making it a fantastic experience for all ages. Lace up your shoes and be part of this uplifting event that aims to inspire and empower our youth!
Organiser's Description
PLEASE JOIN US THIS YEAR FOR OUR 14TH ANNUAL RUNNING OF THE RACE FOR CASE. RACE FOR CASE IS A COMMUNITY-ORIENTED EVENT BENEFITING ALL STUDENTS OF CASE CLC. PROFITS FROM THE EVENT HAVE HELPED US BUILD OUR PERMANENT GREENHOUSE ON SCHOOL GROUNDS AND FUND A SET OF DIGITAL MICROSCOPES, A VR SYSTEM, AND SCHOOL EVENTS. HELP US CONTINUE OUR TRADITION OF SUCCESSFULLY FUNDING PROJECTS THAT PROVIDE OUR STUDENTS WITH EQUIPMENT AND OPPORTUNITIES MANY APS STUDENTS MISS OUT ON.
THE RACE FOR CASE IS JUST ONE OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD RACES IN THE AKRON PROMISE CITY SERIES [https://www.akronpromise.org/cityseries], HELD TO SUPPORT COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS, PROMOTE YOUTH OPPORTUNITY, EXPLORE AKRON, AND ENCOURAGE A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE.
THE RACE FOR CASE IS JUST ONE OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD RACES IN THE AKRON PROMISE CITY SERIES [https://www.akronpromise.org/cityseries], HELD TO SUPPORT COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS, PROMOTE YOUTH OPPORTUNITY, EXPLORE AKRON, AND ENCOURAGE A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE.
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.75 Fee & Race T-Shirt in Cotton Blend or Dry-Tech
Sat 16th May 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$28.75
This 5K runs through the scenic neighborhoods of West Akron. Aside from a short incline around mile 1, the course is enjoyable for a run, jog, or stroll. -
1 Mile Fun Run
Incl. $2.70 Fee & Cotton Blend T-Shirt
Sat 16th May 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$12.70
This fun run is for students and those who may not yet be able to run or walk a 5K.
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1420 Garman Rd, Akron, 44313, OH, United States
14th Annual Race for Case
