Marathon races near Tallmadge

Run with Scissors begins and ends at Riverdale Regional Park in Brighton, Colorado. All races start at 7:00 a.m. during the spring. The series offers runners three distance options: a half marathon, a marathon, and a 50K. A 9-hour time limit applies to all three distances, catering to long-distance runners seeking an extended period on the course rather than a brief, speed-focused event. The race honors its name with a custom scissors-shaped medal. Finishers also receive a race-specific wicking beanie and a 16-ounce pub-style drinking glass. A portion of the proceeds benefits Almost Home Inc., a nonprofit charity. Previous events featured Darla’s vegan chili, prepared with sweet potato, quinoa, black beans, kidney beans, onion, garlic, tomato sauce, and garlic-and-herb pasta sauce.

Run The Land - East vs. West, a Greater Cleveland race series, pits participants against each other based on the city’s old river rivalry, with a choice of East or West at registration. The race weekend includes Friday packet pickup and Saturday wave starts. Available distances are marathon, 20-mile, half marathon, 10K, and 5K, along with a virtual option for those who prefer to run on their own schedule. The in-person courses are marked sidewalk routes that follow normal traffic laws, with RaceJoy GPS tracking runners, providing off-course warnings, and recording official finish times. Aid stations are positioned every 3 miles for half marathon, 20-mile, and marathon participants. The event, designed by runners, benefits Greater Cleveland nonprofits. Each runner selects a 501(c)(3) charity during registration. Additional race-day perks include a pint glass, drink ticket, bib, timing chip, charity fundraising shirts or hoodies, a Cleveland Road Runners Club discount, and team bragging rights with distinct shirt colors for the East or West victor.