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Saturday, September 19th, 2026
Kohl Family YMCA, Akron OH
5K · 1 Mile
59–77°F · some rain risk
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2025
62–83°F
dry
2024
62–81°F
dry
2023
48–69°F
dry
2022
65–79°F
rain
2021
62–81°F
dry
2020
44–63°F
dry
2019
57–79°F
dry
2018
62–78°F
dry
2017
64–79°F
dry
2016
62–80°F
dry
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About this race
START TIME
- Registration / Packet Pick-Up: 8:00 AM
- 5K Run / 1 Mile Walk: 9:00 AM
TIMING
- 5K: Bib-Tag chip timed
- 1 Mile Walk: Untimed
WHAT IS P.S. I LOVE YOU?
- Honors Patrick Steurer: A 1997 graduate of St. Vincent-St. Mary High School and a dedicated member of the downtown Akron YMCA.
- Avid Runner: Completed his first half marathon in under two hours in 2013.
- Legacy: Remembered fondly by all who knew him, and honored through this event.
- Steurer Family: His father, Dan Steurer, was an influential member of the YMCA.
REGISTRATION DETAILS
- Pre-Registration: Until August 31st at 11:59 PM - $30
- Registration: September 1st through race day (9/19/2026) - $35
- T-Shirt Guarantee: Register before September 1st to be guaranteed a T-shirt!
- Note: T-shirts are not guaranteed if you register on or after September 1, 2026.
5K AWARDS
- Overall Awards: Top Male Overall, Top Female Overall
- Junior Overall (18 & Under): Top Male, Top Female
- Masters Overall (60+): Top Male, Top Female
- Age Group Awards: Top Male & Female in categories 19–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59
- Specialty Award: "Top Dog" (Pet & Owner)
Note: Bring your furry running buddy! Just be sure to line up in the back and keep them on a short leash.
EVENT DETAILS
Join us in honoring Patrick Steurer and participate in the P.S. I Love You 5K and 1 Mile Walk at Kohl Family YMCA, Akron, OH on September 19, 2026. For more information and to register, please visit this link.
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