Fall Classic
From Peace Racing
- Date Sat 21st November 2026 - Sun 22nd November 2026
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Strongsville, Ohio
- Price Free - $102.25
- Races 6 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the highly anticipated Fall Classic, celebrating its 50th anniversary! Organized by Peace Racing, this exciting two-day event will take place in Strongsville, Cuyahoga on November 21st and 22nd, 2026. Runners can choose from a thrilling 5K on Saturday, November 21st, followed by the Half Marathon and Relay on Sunday, November 22nd. This year, we’re introducing the Foxy Challenge, allowing participants to tackle both the 5K and the Half Marathon for an unforgettable weekend of racing!
Join the Cleveland Road Runners Club for a scenic journey through the Cleveland Metroparks, where the courses are not only USA Track & Field certified but also flat and fast—perfect for those looking to achieve personal bests. With a cap of 1,000 runners each day, this event promises an intimate and vibrant atmosphere. Enjoy fantastic perks including finisher medals, a stylish 1/4 zip pullover, and a refreshing beer from Masthead at the beer garden! Don’t miss out on this milestone occasion, where excitement, community, and the spirit of running come together in the heart of nature.
Join the Cleveland Road Runners Club for a scenic journey through the Cleveland Metroparks, where the courses are not only USA Track & Field certified but also flat and fast—perfect for those looking to achieve personal bests. With a cap of 1,000 runners each day, this event promises an intimate and vibrant atmosphere. Enjoy fantastic perks including finisher medals, a stylish 1/4 zip pullover, and a refreshing beer from Masthead at the beer garden! Don’t miss out on this milestone occasion, where excitement, community, and the spirit of running come together in the heart of nature.
Organiser's Description
IT'S THE FALL CLASSIC'S 50TH ANNIVERSARY, AND WE ARE BRINGING AN EXCITING CHANGE TO THIS CLASSIC RACE. THE FALL CLASSIC WILL BE A TWO-DAY RACE: THE 5K WILL BE ON SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 21ST, AND THE HALF MARATHON AND RELAY WILL BE ON SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 22ND.
THIS WILL ALLOW US TO WELCOME MORE RUNNERS AND ALSO OFFER A FOXY CHALLENGE, COMPLETING BOTH EVENTS! JOIN THE CLEVELAND ROAD RUNNERS CLUB FOR THE 50TH RUNNING OF THE FALL CLASSIC 1/2 MARATHON AND 5K AT BONNIE PARK. OVER THE PAST 5 DECADES, THOUSANDS OF RUNNERS HAVE ENJOYED THIS FAST, SCENIC COURSE RUN ENTIRELY IN THE BEAUTIFUL CLEVELAND METROPARKS.
The 5K & half marathon are USA Track & Fieldcertified! Both courses are flat and fast, running primarily along the scenic Valley Parkway road through the Cleveland Metroparks ideal for chasing a personal best. Each day is capped at 1000 runners.
We encourage everyone to carpool to keep the impact on the Cleveland Metroparks at a minimum. PARKING [https://runsignup.com/Race/CleFallClassic/Page-14] is at the RTA parking lot at the corner of Rt. 80 entrance and Pearl Road.
RACE LOCATION:
Both races will start and finish at Bonnie Park Picnic Area (Link to Google Pin) [https://goo.gl/maps/qsknJ5hiUR4YtuNVA]
NEW FOR 2026: THE FOXY CHALLENGE!
Sign up for the FOXY CHALLENGE [https://runsignup.com/Race/CleFallClassic/Page/Foxy-Challenge]: race the 5K on Saturday and the half marathon on Sunday! Making it a fun + challenging race weekend!
RACE WEEKEND TIMELINE:
* THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 19TH | EARLY PACKET PICK UP
* 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
* 2nd Sole Lakewood | 18636 Detroit Ave, Lakewood, OH 44107
* FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 20TH | EARLY PACKET PICK UP
* 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
* 2nd Sole Lakewood | 18636 Detroit Ave, Lakewood, OH 44107
* SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 21ST | 5K
* 7:30 AM | Packet pick up opens (5K & FOXY CHALLENGE ONLY)
* 9:00 AM | 5K Start
* 10:00 AM | Kids Dash
* Awards to follow
* SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 22ND | HALF MARATHON
* 7:30 AM | Packet pick up opens
* 8:15 AM | Early starter wave
* 9:00 AM | Half Marathon start (individual & relay teams)
* Awards to follow
*Note, the above time is subject to change
HALF MARATON | EARLY START (OPTIONAL):
On Sunday, November 22nd, walkers are welcome to start early at 8:15 AM.
RUNNERS PERKS:
* Finisher Medal for all participants
* 1/4 zip pullover included for all participants, including 5k
* Beer from Masthead at the Masthead Beer Garden at the Race Site!
* One beer ticket is included with registration
* Chip Time and Live Results
* Awards
* The Overall winner
* First Master
* First Grand Master
* Top 3 in each age group: Under 19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+
* RELAY TEAMS will receive a runner belt to keep
THIS WILL ALLOW US TO WELCOME MORE RUNNERS AND ALSO OFFER A FOXY CHALLENGE, COMPLETING BOTH EVENTS! JOIN THE CLEVELAND ROAD RUNNERS CLUB FOR THE 50TH RUNNING OF THE FALL CLASSIC 1/2 MARATHON AND 5K AT BONNIE PARK. OVER THE PAST 5 DECADES, THOUSANDS OF RUNNERS HAVE ENJOYED THIS FAST, SCENIC COURSE RUN ENTIRELY IN THE BEAUTIFUL CLEVELAND METROPARKS.
The 5K & half marathon are USA Track & Fieldcertified! Both courses are flat and fast, running primarily along the scenic Valley Parkway road through the Cleveland Metroparks ideal for chasing a personal best. Each day is capped at 1000 runners.
We encourage everyone to carpool to keep the impact on the Cleveland Metroparks at a minimum. PARKING [https://runsignup.com/Race/CleFallClassic/Page-14] is at the RTA parking lot at the corner of Rt. 80 entrance and Pearl Road.
RACE LOCATION:
Both races will start and finish at Bonnie Park Picnic Area (Link to Google Pin) [https://goo.gl/maps/qsknJ5hiUR4YtuNVA]
NEW FOR 2026: THE FOXY CHALLENGE!
Sign up for the FOXY CHALLENGE [https://runsignup.com/Race/CleFallClassic/Page/Foxy-Challenge]: race the 5K on Saturday and the half marathon on Sunday! Making it a fun + challenging race weekend!
RACE WEEKEND TIMELINE:
* THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 19TH | EARLY PACKET PICK UP
* 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
* 2nd Sole Lakewood | 18636 Detroit Ave, Lakewood, OH 44107
* FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 20TH | EARLY PACKET PICK UP
* 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
* 2nd Sole Lakewood | 18636 Detroit Ave, Lakewood, OH 44107
* SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 21ST | 5K
* 7:30 AM | Packet pick up opens (5K & FOXY CHALLENGE ONLY)
* 9:00 AM | 5K Start
* 10:00 AM | Kids Dash
* Awards to follow
* SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 22ND | HALF MARATHON
* 7:30 AM | Packet pick up opens
* 8:15 AM | Early starter wave
* 9:00 AM | Half Marathon start (individual & relay teams)
* Awards to follow
*Note, the above time is subject to change
HALF MARATON | EARLY START (OPTIONAL):
On Sunday, November 22nd, walkers are welcome to start early at 8:15 AM.
RUNNERS PERKS:
* Finisher Medal for all participants
* 1/4 zip pullover included for all participants, including 5k
* Beer from Masthead at the Masthead Beer Garden at the Race Site!
* One beer ticket is included with registration
* Chip Time and Live Results
* Awards
* The Overall winner
* First Master
* First Grand Master
* Top 3 in each age group: Under 19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+
* RELAY TEAMS will receive a runner belt to keep
Races
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Foxy Challenge
Incl. $7.25 Fee & Apparel
Sat 21st November 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$102.25
Run the 5K on Saturday and the half marathon on Sunday! -
Half Marathon
Incl. $6.35 Fee & Apparel
Sun 22nd November 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$86.35
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Relay - Half Marathon
Incl. $6.05 Fee & Apparel
Sun 22nd November 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$81.05
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5k
Incl. $3.83 Fee & Apparel
Sat 21st November 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$41.83
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5K Ruck
Incl. $4.13 Fee & Apparel
Sat 21st November 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$47.13
Ruck Division Includes Patch -
Kids Dash (400m)
Sat 21st November 2026 (10:00AM EST)
Free
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