Christmas in July 5K
- Date Sun 20th July 2025
- Time 7:30AM EST
- Location Akron, Ohio
- Price $3.12 - $32.80
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to celebrate the halfway mark to Christmas at the Christmas in July 5K, happening on Sunday, July 20th, 2025, in the vibrant community of Akron, Summit! This festive event is not just a race; it's an exhilarating celebration filled with holiday cheer and community spirit. Participants can look forward to a fast and fun 5K course, with awards for overall winners as well as age group categories that extend five deep.
Join in the excitement of festive activities, including a visit with Santa for photos, a lively "naughty or nice" theme, and Akron's largest "white elephant" gift exchange—bring a gift and leave with a surprise! Families will enjoy holiday cookies, hot cocoa, and even an annual summer snowball fight, making it a delightful experience for all ages. The post-race party will feature live music by the Kahuna Kings, ensuring the celebration continues long after the race ends. This event is part of the Akron Promise Race Series, dedicated to promoting health and community engagement throughout Akron. Don't miss out on this unique holiday celebration—mark your calendars!
Join in the excitement of festive activities, including a visit with Santa for photos, a lively "naughty or nice" theme, and Akron's largest "white elephant" gift exchange—bring a gift and leave with a surprise! Families will enjoy holiday cookies, hot cocoa, and even an annual summer snowball fight, making it a delightful experience for all ages. The post-race party will feature live music by the Kahuna Kings, ensuring the celebration continues long after the race ends. This event is part of the Akron Promise Race Series, dedicated to promoting health and community engagement throughout Akron. Don't miss out on this unique holiday celebration—mark your calendars!
Organiser's Description
A GREAT WAY TO CELEBRATE THE "HALF WAY THERE" MARK FOR CHRISTMAS IN AKRON!
RACE FEATURES
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NAUGHTY OR NICE? - VISIT AND PHOTOS WITH SANTA.
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THE RUNNING CLUB / GROUP COMPETITION - RECOGNITION / PRIZES FOR CLUBS OR GROUPS WITH THE MOST MEMBERS, FASTEST 4 MEN, FASTEST 4 WOMEN, LARGEST AGE SPAN.
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AKRON'S LARGEST "WHITE ELEPHANT" GIFT EXCHANGE - BRING A GIFT / GET A GIFT. THIS IS GOING TO BE GREAT!
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TREATS! - HOLIDAY COOKIES AND HOT COCOA
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ADULT BEVERAGES
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FAMILY FUN - _ANNUAL SUMMER SNOWBALL FIGHT_!
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OH YEAH....THE RUN / WALK! - FAST COURSE WITH OVERALL AND AGE GROUP AWARDS THAT GO 5 DEEP
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POST-RACE PARTY - MUSIC PROVIDED BY THE KAHUNA KINGS - SURF ROCK AT ITS BEST!
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AKRON PROMISE RACE SERIES - PART OF THE SERIES
RACE SWAG
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GREAT TRI-BLEND T
_HOSTED BY RUN TO YOU RACING AND THE PLX RUNNING CLUB_
ABOUT THE AKRON PROMISE CITY SERIES
STARTED IN 2022, THE AKRON PROMISE CITY SERIES AIMS TO PROMOTE HEALTH, EXPLORATION OF OUR CITY, GROWTH AND SUPPORT THE VARIOUS PARTICIPANT ORGANIZATIONS THROUGHOUT AKRON. PLEASE CONSIDER PARTICIPATING (IN PERSON, VIRTUALLY, OR AS A VOLUNTEER) IN AS MANY AS YOU CAN. MEDALS WILL BE AWARDED TO PEOPLE WHO PARTICIPATE IN AT LEAST FIVE OF THE EVENTS.
ABOUT AKRON PROMISE
AKRON PROMISE WAS FOUNDED IN 2016 BY TOM AND DARALEE GHINDER. AKRON PROMISE FACILITATES SUCCESS IN OUR CITY, OUR SCHOOLS AND OUR FAMILIES TO MAKE AKRON THE COMMUNITY OF CHOICE TO LIVE, WORK AND EDUCATE OUR CHILDREN. WE DO THIS BY HELPING STUDENTS AND FAMILIES ACCESS APPROPRIATE EDUCATIONAL SUPPORTS, RESOURCES, AND OPPORTUNITIES. TO DONATE TO AKRON PROMISE OR TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION, VISIT WWW.AKRONPROMISE.ORG.
RACE FEATURES
*
NAUGHTY OR NICE? - VISIT AND PHOTOS WITH SANTA.
*
THE RUNNING CLUB / GROUP COMPETITION - RECOGNITION / PRIZES FOR CLUBS OR GROUPS WITH THE MOST MEMBERS, FASTEST 4 MEN, FASTEST 4 WOMEN, LARGEST AGE SPAN.
*
AKRON'S LARGEST "WHITE ELEPHANT" GIFT EXCHANGE - BRING A GIFT / GET A GIFT. THIS IS GOING TO BE GREAT!
*
TREATS! - HOLIDAY COOKIES AND HOT COCOA
*
ADULT BEVERAGES
*
FAMILY FUN - _ANNUAL SUMMER SNOWBALL FIGHT_!
*
OH YEAH....THE RUN / WALK! - FAST COURSE WITH OVERALL AND AGE GROUP AWARDS THAT GO 5 DEEP
*
POST-RACE PARTY - MUSIC PROVIDED BY THE KAHUNA KINGS - SURF ROCK AT ITS BEST!
*
AKRON PROMISE RACE SERIES - PART OF THE SERIES
RACE SWAG
*
GREAT TRI-BLEND T
_HOSTED BY RUN TO YOU RACING AND THE PLX RUNNING CLUB_
ABOUT THE AKRON PROMISE CITY SERIES
STARTED IN 2022, THE AKRON PROMISE CITY SERIES AIMS TO PROMOTE HEALTH, EXPLORATION OF OUR CITY, GROWTH AND SUPPORT THE VARIOUS PARTICIPANT ORGANIZATIONS THROUGHOUT AKRON. PLEASE CONSIDER PARTICIPATING (IN PERSON, VIRTUALLY, OR AS A VOLUNTEER) IN AS MANY AS YOU CAN. MEDALS WILL BE AWARDED TO PEOPLE WHO PARTICIPATE IN AT LEAST FIVE OF THE EVENTS.
ABOUT AKRON PROMISE
AKRON PROMISE WAS FOUNDED IN 2016 BY TOM AND DARALEE GHINDER. AKRON PROMISE FACILITATES SUCCESS IN OUR CITY, OUR SCHOOLS AND OUR FAMILIES TO MAKE AKRON THE COMMUNITY OF CHOICE TO LIVE, WORK AND EDUCATE OUR CHILDREN. WE DO THIS BY HELPING STUDENTS AND FAMILIES ACCESS APPROPRIATE EDUCATIONAL SUPPORTS, RESOURCES, AND OPPORTUNITIES. TO DONATE TO AKRON PROMISE OR TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION, VISIT WWW.AKRONPROMISE.ORG.
Races
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Adult 5K Run / Walk
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Event Shirt
Sun 20th July 2025 (7:30AM EDT)
$32.80
OPENS SOONFor those 19 and older running / walking the 5K distance. -
Student 5K Run / Walk
Incl. $2.20 Fee & Event Shirt
Sun 20th July 2025 (7:30AM EDT)
$22.20
OPENS SOONFor those 18 and under running / walking the 5K distance. -
Kids 0.5K
Incl. $1.12 Fee
Sun 20th July 2025 (8:30AM EDT)
$3.12
OPENS SOONRecommended for those under 10. The entry fee of $2.00 helps feed a family through the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank.
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