Road Running World Marathon Majors Qualifier

Akron Marathon

Road Running covering 1.6 km to 8 km in Akron (Ohio, United States)

Location

Akron, Ohio, United StatesShow on map(41.0814° N, 81.5190° W)

Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA

Elevation gainUp to +36 m

Akron Marathon is an endurance sporting event in Akron, Ohio, US focused on Road Running. It is part of World Marathon Majors Qualifier. Key features include City Run, Kids & Youth Races, Multi-Day.

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including National interstate (8 km) (8 km, +36 m D+), and National interstate (1.61 km) (1.61 km, +7 m D+). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (akronmarathon.org).

Official website

Akron Marathon in Akron (Work: "Marathon runners near the end of the race", Photo: Stephen Craven, License: CC BY-SA 2.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons) — "Marathon runners near the end of the race" · Photo: **Stephen Craven** · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 2.0
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Event characteristics

City Run Kids & Youth Races Multi-Day

Races & distances (2)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
National interstate (8 km)	Road Running	8 km	+36 m	127 m - 142 m	Loop course	Route & profile
National interstate (1.61 km)	Road Running	1.61 km	+7 m	130 m - 134 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

8 km

Elevation gain

+36 m D+

Elevation loss

-36 m D-

Altitude range

127 m - 142 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

0.9 % / 1.6 %

Course format

Loop course

8 km+36 m D+Peak 142 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 127 m to 142 m above sea level (+36 m D+, -36 m D-)

Peak: 142 m·at 4.2 km·Ø 0.9 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Akron Marathon take place?

Akron Marathon takes place in Akron, Ohio, US (start area at coordinates 41.0814° N, 81.519° W). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at Akron Marathon?

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including National interstate (8 km) (8 km, +36 m D+), and National interstate (1.61 km) (1.61 km, +7 m D+). The competitions belong to Road Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Akron Marathon?

The main competition (National interstate (8 km) over 8 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +36 m of elevation gain and -36 m of elevation loss, ranging between 127 m and 142 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Akron Marathon?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (akronmarathon.org).