2023 Akron Marathon, Half Marathon And Marathon Relay

Top notch, professional event. This is the first year that I did the series and every single event was on point! The races are a little pricey but you absolutely do get your money’s worth! The expo is well run with a ton of vendors and give aways. Nice swag and I especially loved the relay medals - beautiful and unique! I had run the Akron half before but this was my first time running the relay. I joined a team with some runners that I had not met in person and was worried about the hand off.  The corals were very organized with volunteers calling out our team numbers well in advance. Absolutely seamless. My relay medal is unique and beautiful! I even got a medal rack and extra medal for completing the series! I ran leg 4 and loved the elevation challenge and community support. The block parties with kids, music, and Buddy the Elf was so much fun!  Each leg was able to pick up their medal at their own finish and busing was super convenient. The after party had food trucks, adult beverages, and live music all available at the finish. Our only hiccup was parking in the morning. With our later legs, we arrived after the start and roads were closed making confusing on where we were supposed to park.