Selfless Elf Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank

5/5
(3)
Create a WeeView
Put on your festive holiday-themed costumes or running gear, and join the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank for the annual Selfless Elf 5k run typically held the Saturday before Christmas. Enjoy a morning of fun for the entire family with light refreshments and a special appearance by Santa Claus.
Event Website
Date:  2021-12-18
Distance:  5k
City:  Akron
Registration Cost:  35.00
State:  Ohio
Hosted By:  Akron Food Bank
Pros
  • Organized
  • Easy directions and parking
  • Great charity
  • Indoor packet pick up, staging, and awards
  • Indoor / outdoor restrooms
  • Mostly fast course with police presence for safety
  • Family and stroller friendly
  • Party atmosphere with Santa, photo ops, snacks, and a DJ
  • Cute LS shirts and tall striped knee socks for all participants
  • Adorable elf awards for top 2 overall / age group awards
Cons
  • No finisher medals
  • Only top 2 overall / age group awards

Reviews (3)

All
WeeViews
Full Reviews
User uploaded image of Selfless Elf Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank
Full Review

Organized fun event w/ easy directions/parking. Indoor packet pick up, staging, awards w/ tons of photo ops, Santa, & a DJ! Mostly flat course w/ tons of police presence. Family/ stroller friendly. LS shirts & knee socks for all & elf awards! Continue Reading...
12/22/2024
User uploaded image of Selfless Elf Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank

I have done this run all 10 years. It is a well organized event from start to finish! This is one that everyone should do, atleast once. I highly recommend~ Run/ Walk/ Jog :-)
03/22/2023
User uploaded image of Selfless Elf Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank

Well organized, great start, great swag, great refreshments, fantastic climate, great atmosphere for the holiday / winter spirit. I have done it all 9 years, even the virtual one. 
07/26/2022
Search

Want Free Running Gear to Test?

Review gear you already use. Earn Star Points. Qualify to test free running shoes and gear.

 Run it. Test it. Review it. 
Join for Free Learn More
No Thanks