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Sat December 21, 2024 Akron, OH 44307 US Directions

Events

5K Run/Walk

$40 8:00AM EST Price increases after December 20, 2024 at 11:59pm EST

5K Competative Walk

$40 8:00AM EST Price increases after December 20, 2024 at 11:59pm EST

Important Race Information

For important race information regarding Packet Pick-Up, Awards, Course Map, Parking, and more much, please visit the official race website HERE!

Race Website

Additional race information can be found at https://www.akroncantonfoodbank.org/events/2024-selfless-elf-5k.

Description

Dress in your favorite, festive holiday-themed costume or running gear and join us for the 12th annual Selfless Elf 5k run/walk benefiting the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank. Enjoy a morning of fun for the entire family as we raise funds and awareness for people struggling with hunger in our community.

Race Details

  • The race will have two separate categories during registration - running and competitive walking.

    • Run/Walk If you plan to run/jog during any portion of the race, please register as a run/walk.

    • Competitive Walkers If you plan to walk 100% of the course in its entirety (no running/jogging), please register as a competitive walker.

  • The race will be chip-timed at both the start and finish lines to achieve the most accurate race results possible.

  • Both runners and competitive walkers will begin at 8am but will have different bib colors to distinguish between the categories.

  • If you need to update your registration or switch a runner/walker, please contact us. Transfers are allowed prior to the event's start.

  • All participants will receive a long-sleeve race t-shirt and striped elf socks.

  • For the safety of our participants and spectators, this is a dog-free event.

**A virtual race option is not available this year**

Place

Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank's Main Campus
350 Opportunity Parkway
Akron, OH US 44307

Race Route

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