APEX Dermatology Freedom 5k logo in red and blue

The Apex Skin Towpath Freedom 5k serves to commemorate the completion of the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail within Summit County, as well as honor our United States veterans for their service. This event raises funds for the continued development and enhancement of the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail, Connector Trails, and National Heritage Area.

Race date: Saturday, November 9, 2024
Location: Summit Lake, Akron 
Race start: 9:00 a.m.

Due to an overwhelming amount of support, the Apex Skin Towpath Freedom 5k is sold out and registration is closed. Same-day registration will not be available on Saturday, November 9. Thank you to all of our registered participants, sponsors, and partners for supporting our mission and honoring our nation's veterans with us! 


The Apex Skin Towpath Freedom 5k is supported by presenting sponsor, Apex Skin and other sponsors: Airport VFW Post 8975, Barberton Tree Service, Inc., Big Red Printing, Central Graphics, Envision, GPD Group, H.M. Miller Construction, Hazen & Sawyer, Mogadore VFW Charities, Second Sole Akron, Veterans Service Commission of Summit County, and Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease, LLC.

If you are interested in supporting the Ohio & Erie Canalway Coalition year-round as a member of the organization, please click the link below to learn about membership opportunities.

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