Fall Classic

The 5K & half marathon are USA Track & Field–certified! Both courses are flat and fast, running primarily along the scenic Valley Parkway road through the Cleveland Metroparks — ideal for chasing a personal best. Each day is capped at 1000 runners. 

We encourage everyone to carpool to keep the impact on the Cleveland Metroparks at a minimum.  Parking is at the RTA parking lot at the corner of Rt. 80 entrance and Pearl Road.

Race Location:

Both races will start and finish at Bonnie Park Picnic Area (Link to Google Pin)

NEW for 2026, the Foxy Challenge!

Sign up for the Foxy Challenge: race the 5K on Saturday and the half marathon on Sunday! Making it a fun + challenging race weekend!

Race Timeline:

• Saturday, November 21st | 5K 
  • 7:30 AM |  Packet pick up opens (5k & Foxy Challenge only)
  • 9:00 AM | 5K Start
  • 10:00 AM | Kids Dash
  • Awards to follow
• Sunday, November 22nd | Half marathon
  • 7:30 AM |  Packet pick up opens
  • 8:15 AM |  Early starter wave
  • 9:00 AM | Half Marathon start (individual & relay teams)
  • Awards to follow

*Note, the above time is subject to change

Half Maraton | Early Start (Optional):

On Sunday, November 22nd, walkers are welcome to start early at 8:15 AM.

Runners Perks:

• Finisher Medal for all participants (stay tuned for design)
• 1/4 zip pullover included for all participants, including 5k (stay tuned for design)
• Beer from Masthead at the Masthead Beer Garden at the Race Site!
  • One beer ticket is included with registration
• Chip Time and Live Results
• Awards
  • The Overall winner
  • First Master
  • First Grand Master
  • Top 3 in each age group: Under 19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+ 
• Relay Teams will receive a runner belt to keep

Join fellow runners on November 24, 2024 for the Fall Classic. It's a fantastic Half-Marathon, 5K featuring a flat and fast course in Strongsville.