Flight of the Heron 5k & 1mi
- Date Sat 11th October 2025
- Time 10:00AM EDT
- Location Akron, Ohio
- Price $24.40 - $35.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Join us for the inaugural Flight of the Heron 5k & 1 Mile Fun Run on Saturday, October 11, 2025, in beautiful Akron, Summit! This family-friendly event offers a unique opportunity for runners and walkers of all levels to explore the Water Reclamation Facility, a site usually closed to the public. Participants can enjoy a scenic, paved course while taking in the sights of this vital facility.
Starting at 10:00 am, registration opens at 9:00 am, ensuring plenty of time to prepare for an invigorating morning. Every registrant will receive a medal and a stylish hat, while supplies last. After crossing the finish line, runners can unwind in the fantastic Beer Garden presented by Missing Falls Brewery and indulge in delicious offerings from The Ice Bucket Food Truck during the Blue Heron Homecoming festival. Don’t miss this exciting celebration of community and conservation, where you can learn more about Akron Waterways Renewed! and their efforts in keeping our rivers clean for generations to come. Mark your calendars for this unforgettable day of fun and fitness!
Starting at 10:00 am, registration opens at 9:00 am, ensuring plenty of time to prepare for an invigorating morning. Every registrant will receive a medal and a stylish hat, while supplies last. After crossing the finish line, runners can unwind in the fantastic Beer Garden presented by Missing Falls Brewery and indulge in delicious offerings from The Ice Bucket Food Truck during the Blue Heron Homecoming festival. Don’t miss this exciting celebration of community and conservation, where you can learn more about Akron Waterways Renewed! and their efforts in keeping our rivers clean for generations to come. Mark your calendars for this unforgettable day of fun and fitness!
Organiser's Description
Lace up your running/walking shoes and join us for our first annual Flight of the Heron 5k and 1 Mile Fun Run at Blue Heron Homecoming! Our 5k Run/Walk is perfect for runners of all levels and a unique way to experience the Water Reclamation Facility which is usually closed to the public. This is a family friendly event on a paved path and at the Finish Line you will receive a medal, hat and end in a fantastic Beer Garden presented by Missing Falls Brewery. This event takes place during the Blue Heron Homecoming, so after the race, come over, grab a snack and learn about all that Akron Waterways Renewed! has accomplished in keeping our river clean for generations to come!
After the race there is a Beer Garden Presented by Missing Falls. At the Blue Heron Festival there is lunch provided by The Ice Bucket Food Truck.
WHEN:
October 11, 2025
PLACE:
Reclamation Facility - 2460 Akron Peninsula Rd in the Valley
START TIME:
Registration 9:00 am
Race 10:00 am
REGISTRATION:
AWARDS:
Every registrant receives a medal and a hat. This is while supplies last!
NOTES:
* THE COURSE IS PAVED AND INSIDE THE WATER RECLAMATION FACILITY. THIS IS A WORKING FACILITY SO PLEASE KEEP THE COURSE AND MAKE SURE TO NOT ENTER THE MARKED OFF AREAS FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY.
* PARKING IS OFF-SITE WITH A SHUTTLE PROVIDED TO GET YOU TO THE RACE. PARKING INFO: BLUE HERON HOMECOMING | AKRON WATERWAYS RENEWED! [https://www.akronwaterwaysrenewed.com/blue-heron-homecoming]
* STROLLERS ARE WELCOME BUT PLEASE NO DOGS. CHILDREN 5 AND UNDER ARE FREE.
After the race there is a Beer Garden Presented by Missing Falls. At the Blue Heron Festival there is lunch provided by The Ice Bucket Food Truck.
WHEN:
October 11, 2025
PLACE:
Reclamation Facility - 2460 Akron Peninsula Rd in the Valley
START TIME:
Registration 9:00 am
Race 10:00 am
REGISTRATION:
AWARDS:
Every registrant receives a medal and a hat. This is while supplies last!
NOTES:
* THE COURSE IS PAVED AND INSIDE THE WATER RECLAMATION FACILITY. THIS IS A WORKING FACILITY SO PLEASE KEEP THE COURSE AND MAKE SURE TO NOT ENTER THE MARKED OFF AREAS FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY.
* PARKING IS OFF-SITE WITH A SHUTTLE PROVIDED TO GET YOU TO THE RACE. PARKING INFO: BLUE HERON HOMECOMING | AKRON WATERWAYS RENEWED! [https://www.akronwaterwaysrenewed.com/blue-heron-homecoming]
* STROLLERS ARE WELCOME BUT PLEASE NO DOGS. CHILDREN 5 AND UNDER ARE FREE.
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Flight of the Heron 5k & 1mi
