Thank you for making the 2026 Flight of the Heron 5K & 10K, and 1 miler one to remember!
What an incredible morning, even though the weather and air quality kept us on our toes! From seasoned runners chasing PRs to families crossing the finish line together, every mile helped celebrate our community and the beauty of the Cuyahoga River.
A huge thank you to:
- Every runner who laced up and joined us.
- Our amazing volunteers who kept everything running smoothly.
- Our sponsors and community partners for believing in this event.
- The spectators who cheered runners on every step of the way.
- The City of Akron, Ohio - Mayor's Office, Akron Promise, Cascade Locks Park Association, USA Race Timing and Event Management, G. Stephens, Inc. and everyone who helped make race day possible.
And a giant congrats to our winners who pushed through the heat to accomplish something pretty awesome!
Whether you ran the 5K, conquered the 10K, volunteered, or simply came out to support, you were part of something special.
As we look through all the photos and memories from race day, we're reminded that events like this are about more than crossing a finish line, they're about bringing people together, promoting healthy communities, and celebrating the natural beauty that surrounds us. It also gives a nod to the hard work we've done to create a clean and healthy environment that will benefit generations to come!
Thank you again for being part of the Flight of the Heron. We can't wait to see you back at the starting line in 2027!
Picture Credit: US Race Timing and Akron Promise