Run the Redline: A 5k for Fair Housing
Saturday, April 26, 2025
Past event
8:00 AM EDT
Akron, Ohio
$33.95–$44.95 · 2 races
5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating "Run the Redline: A 5k for Fair Housing" event on Saturday, April 26, 2025, in Akron, Summit! This exciting race invites participants to run, walk, or roll through a 5k course dedicated to championing housing justice. As part of the celebration for the 60th Anniversary of Fair Housing Contact Service, this event is not just about the race—it's a powerful journey through history with the opportunity to win fantastic prizes.
Kick off the day early with registration and packet pick-up starting at 6:30 AM, followed by a fun 1 Mile Run at 8:00 AM, perfect for participants of all ages. The 5k race will commence at 8:30 AM, with awards and refreshments served at 9:30 AM. Special pricing is available for children 9 and under, and groups of six or more can save $50! Parking is conveniently located at the Reach Opportunity Center, with shuttles available to transport runners to the starting line. Don’t miss this chance to be part of a meaningful event that celebrates fair housing while enjoying a day of fitness, camaraderie, and fun!
Kick off the day early with registration and packet pick-up starting at 6:30 AM, followed by a fun 1 Mile Run at 8:00 AM, perfect for participants of all ages. The 5k race will commence at 8:30 AM, with awards and refreshments served at 9:30 AM. Special pricing is available for children 9 and under, and groups of six or more can save $50! Parking is conveniently located at the Reach Opportunity Center, with shuttles available to transport runners to the starting line. Don’t miss this chance to be part of a meaningful event that celebrates fair housing while enjoying a day of fitness, camaraderie, and fun!
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Races
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1 Mile Fun Run - Run, Walk or Roll for Children and Adults
Incl. $3.95 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed8:00 AM EDT
$33.95
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5k - Run, Walk or Roll
Incl. $4.95 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed8:30 AM EDT
$44.95
Organiser's description
Run, walk, or roll along a 5k for fair housing. Its more than just a raceits a powerful journey through the past with a chance to win amazing prizes and champion housing justice. This is a part of a series of events that will take place in 2025 to celebrate the 60th Anniversary of Fair Housing Contact Service and their dedication to housing justice.
Parking is located at Reach Opportunity Center - 390 W Crosier St, Akron, OH 44311. Shuttles will be available to take you to the starting line or you can run/walk over to the other side of the lake as a warmup.
Learn more about Fair Housing Contact Service and their 60th Anniversary events at www.fairhousingakron.org/60year http://www.fairhousingakron.org/60year
Special pricing for those 9 & under are free! We have group discount of 6 or more participants saves $50!
SCHEDULE:
_Thursday, April 24, 2025_
4:00-6:30 pm - Pre-Packet Packet Pick Up
_Saturday, April 26, 2025_
6:30 am - Registration / Packet Pick Up
8:00 am - 1 Mile Fun Run Start - children and adults can walk, run, or roll for one mile of the path
8:30 am - 5k Start
9:30 am - Awards, Snacks, Coffee, & Music
AWARDS:
_5k:_
Top 1 overall separated by gender female. male, and non-binary
Top 1 in each age group separated by gender female, male, and non-binary in 9 and under, 10-17, 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, & 70+
_1 Mile:_
Top 1 overall separated by gender female, male, and non-binary
Top 1 in each age group separated by gender female, male, and non-binary in 9 and under, 10-17, 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, & 70+
Parking is located at Reach Opportunity Center - 390 W Crosier St, Akron, OH 44311. Shuttles will be available to take you to the starting line or you can run/walk over to the other side of the lake as a warmup.
Learn more about Fair Housing Contact Service and their 60th Anniversary events at www.fairhousingakron.org/60year http://www.fairhousingakron.org/60year
Special pricing for those 9 & under are free! We have group discount of 6 or more participants saves $50!
SCHEDULE:
_Thursday, April 24, 2025_
4:00-6:30 pm - Pre-Packet Packet Pick Up
_Saturday, April 26, 2025_
6:30 am - Registration / Packet Pick Up
8:00 am - 1 Mile Fun Run Start - children and adults can walk, run, or roll for one mile of the path
8:30 am - 5k Start
9:30 am - Awards, Snacks, Coffee, & Music
AWARDS:
_5k:_
Top 1 overall separated by gender female. male, and non-binary
Top 1 in each age group separated by gender female, male, and non-binary in 9 and under, 10-17, 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, & 70+
_1 Mile:_
Top 1 overall separated by gender female, male, and non-binary
Top 1 in each age group separated by gender female, male, and non-binary in 9 and under, 10-17, 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, & 70+
Location
Summit Lake Community Center, 380 W Crosier St, Akron, 44311, OH, United States
Run the Redline: A 5k for Fair Housing
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