Apex Skin Towpath Freedom 5k
About this race
The Apex Skin Towpath Freedom 5k serves to honor our United States veterans for their service, as well as to commemorate the completion of the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail within Summit County. This event raises funds for the continued development and enhancement of the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail, Connector Trails, and National Heritage Area.
The Apex Skin Towpath Freedom 5K is proud to be a part of the Akron Promise Neighborhood Race Series. It will start at Summit Lake.
Event Details
Race date: Saturday, November 7, 2026
Race start: 9:00 a.m.
All finishers receive a commemorative Finisher Medal!
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Apex Skin Towpath Freedom 5K
Apex Skin Towpath Freedom 5k - UNTIMED
VETERAN Apex Skin Towpath Freedom 5k
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