Fall Classic
From Peace Racing
- Date Sun 23rd November 2025
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Strongsville, Ohio
- Price $38.65 - $70.45
- Races 4 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 5km
Event summary
Join us for an exciting day of running at the 49th Annual Fall Classic, hosted by Peace Racing and the Cleveland Road Runners Club! This vibrant event will take place on Sunday, November 23, 2025, at Bonnie Park in Strongsville, Cuyahoga. Runners of all levels can choose between the USATF certified half marathon and the invigorating 5K, both set against the stunning backdrop of the Cleveland Metroparks.
Starting at 9:00 AM for the half marathon and 9:15 AM for the 5K, participants will enjoy a flat, fast double loop course primarily on the picturesque Valley Parkway road. With a cap of just 1,000 runners, this event promises a fantastic atmosphere and plenty of camaraderie. Runners can look forward to exciting perks, including a finisher medal, a stylish 1/4 zip pullover, and a complimentary beer ticket for the Masthead Beer Garden. Don't miss out on the chance to compete for awards in various categories, including overall winners and top age group finishers. Mark your calendars and prepare to experience the joy of running in one of Cleveland's most beautiful settings!
Starting at 9:00 AM for the half marathon and 9:15 AM for the 5K, participants will enjoy a flat, fast double loop course primarily on the picturesque Valley Parkway road. With a cap of just 1,000 runners, this event promises a fantastic atmosphere and plenty of camaraderie. Runners can look forward to exciting perks, including a finisher medal, a stylish 1/4 zip pullover, and a complimentary beer ticket for the Masthead Beer Garden. Don't miss out on the chance to compete for awards in various categories, including overall winners and top age group finishers. Mark your calendars and prepare to experience the joy of running in one of Cleveland's most beautiful settings!
Organiser's Description
JOIN THE CLEVELAND ROAD RUNNERS CLUB FOR THE 49TH RUNNING OF THE FALL CLASSIC 1/2 MARATHON AND 5K AT BONNIE PARK ON SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 23RD AT 9:00 AM. OVER THE PAST 4+ DECADES, THOUSANDS OF RUNNERS HAVE ENJOYED THIS FAST, SCENIC COURSE RUN ENTIRELY IN THE BEAUTIFUL CLEVELAND METROPARKS.
The course is a double loop, flat, fast course mostly on the scenic Valley Parkway road, and the 1/2 marathon course is USATF certified. The race is capped at 1000 runners. We encourage everyone to carpool to keep the impact on the Cleveland Metroparks at a minimum. Parking is at the RTA parking lot at the corner of Rt. 80 entrance and Pearl Road.
RACE LOCATION:
Race will start and finish at Bonnie Park Picnic Area (Link to Google Pin) [https://goo.gl/maps/qsknJ5hiUR4YtuNVA]
RACE DAY TIMELINE:
* 7:30 AM | Packet Pick Up Opens
* 8:15 AM | Early Starter Wave for Half Marathon
* 9:00 AM | Half Marathon Start
* 9:15 AM | 5k start
* Awards to follow
EARLY TIME (OPTIONAL):
Walkers are welcome with an early start time of 8:15 AM FOR THE HALF MARATHON ONLY (NO EARLY 5K STARTERS). The Half Marathon starts at 9:00 AM. and the 5K will begin at 9:15 AM.
RUNNERS PERKS:
* Finisher Medal for all participants (stay tuned for design)
* 1/4 zip pullover included for all participants, including 5k _(stay tuned for design)_
* 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
The course is a double loop, flat, fast course mostly on the scenic Valley Parkway road, and the 1/2 marathon course is USATF certified. The race is capped at 1000 runners. We encourage everyone to carpool to keep the impact on the Cleveland Metroparks at a minimum. Parking is at the RTA parking lot at the corner of Rt. 80 entrance and Pearl Road.
RACE LOCATION:
Race will start and finish at Bonnie Park Picnic Area (Link to Google Pin) [https://goo.gl/maps/qsknJ5hiUR4YtuNVA]
RACE DAY TIMELINE:
* 7:30 AM | Packet Pick Up Opens
* 8:15 AM | Early Starter Wave for Half Marathon
* 9:00 AM | Half Marathon Start
* 9:15 AM | 5k start
* Awards to follow
EARLY TIME (OPTIONAL):
Walkers are welcome with an early start time of 8:15 AM FOR THE HALF MARATHON ONLY (NO EARLY 5K STARTERS). The Half Marathon starts at 9:00 AM. and the 5K will begin at 9:15 AM.
RUNNERS PERKS:
* Finisher Medal for all participants (stay tuned for design)
* 1/4 zip pullover included for all participants, including 5k _(stay tuned for design)_
* 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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Half Marathon
Incl. $5.45 Fee & 1/4 Zip Pull Over
Sun 23rd November 2025 (9:00AM EST)
$70.45
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Relay - Half Marathon
Incl. $5.15 Fee & 1/4 Zip Pull Over
Sun 23rd November 2025 (9:00AM EST)
$65.15
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5k
Incl. $3.65 Fee & 1/4 Zip Pull Over
Sun 23rd November 2025 (9:00AM EST)
$38.65
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5K Ruck
Incl. $3.95 Fee & 1/4 Zip Pull Over
Sun 23rd November 2025 (9:00AM EST)
$43.95
Ruck Division Includes Patch
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