Christmas in July 5K
- Date Sat 25th July 2026
- Time 7:30AM EDT
- Location Akron, Ohio
- Price $3.12 - $32.80
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for the festive spirit at the Christmas in July 5K, taking place on Saturday, July 25, 2026, in Akron, Summit! This exciting event is the perfect way to celebrate the halfway mark to Christmas while enjoying a fun-filled day for the whole family. The race features a fast course with awards for overall and age group winners, giving you the chance to compete for glory as you run or walk alongside fellow participants.
The Christmas in July 5K is packed with holiday-themed activities, including a chance to meet Santa, participate in a "Naughty or Nice?" photo opportunity, and take part in Akron's largest "White Elephant" gift exchange. Enjoy delicious holiday cookies, hot cocoa, and even adult beverages as you soak in the festive atmosphere. Don’t miss the annual summer snowball fight and rock out at the post-race party with live music from the Kahuna Kings! This event is not just a race; it’s a celebration of community, health, and fun. Join in the excitement and be a part of the Akron Promise Race Series as you make lasting memories this July!
The Christmas in July 5K is packed with holiday-themed activities, including a chance to meet Santa, participate in a "Naughty or Nice?" photo opportunity, and take part in Akron's largest "White Elephant" gift exchange. Enjoy delicious holiday cookies, hot cocoa, and even adult beverages as you soak in the festive atmosphere. Don’t miss the annual summer snowball fight and rock out at the post-race party with live music from the Kahuna Kings! This event is not just a race; it’s a celebration of community, health, and fun. Join in the excitement and be a part of the Akron Promise Race Series as you make lasting memories this July!
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
Sat 25th July 2026 (7:30AM EDT)
$32.80
OPENS 01 JAN 26For those 19 and older running / walking the 5K distance. -
Student 5K Run / Walk
Incl. $2.20 Fee & Event Shirt
Sat 25th July 2026 (7:30AM EDT)
$22.20
OPENS 01 JAN 26For those 18 and under running / walking the 5K distance. -
Kids 0.5K
Incl. $1.12 Fee
Sat 25th July 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$3.12
OPENS 01 MAY 26Recommended for those under 10. The entry fee of $2.00 helps feed a family through the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank.
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