About This Race

The James Anderson Built on Belief 7K and 1 Mile Walk is the 3rd annual event in Akron, Ohio dedicated to recovery, resilience, and community. The 7K is timed while the 1 Mile Walk is untimed and family-friendly. The race was inspired by James Anderson, who ran 100 miles to raise funds for recovery. All participants receive a t-shirt and a medal.

Course & Race Day Details

T-Shirt
Race Swag
7K Run/Walk, 1 Mile Family Fun Walk, 7K Virtual: T-Shirt

Awards

Top 1 Overall Male & Female; Top 3 Age Group Male & Female in 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, & 70+.

Race Weekend Logistics

Packet Pickup

Pre-race packet pickup Saturday, October 17th 12:00pm-4:00pm at The JADFA House, 916 Kenmore Blvd Akron, OH; race day registration and packet pickup begins 7:30am.

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Choose Your Distance

7K Run/Walk 7K
Start Time 9:00 AM.
$40.00
Increases Sep 30
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1 Mile Family Fun Walk 1m
Start Time 9:15 AM. Untimed Event!
$30.00
Increases Oct 17
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7K Virtual 7K
$35.00
Increases Oct 18
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