West Hill's 5K of Wonder

West Hill's 5K of Wonder takes place in Akron, Ohio, on October 24, 2026, with the 5K run and walk covering 3.1 miles from a 9 a.m. start. One format is on the schedule, so runners and walkers share the same start line and the same course.

Akron is not flat, and a neighborhood 5K there can carry more climbing than the distance suggests, so include some rolling terrain in your training rather than sticking to a level route. Beyond that, the preparation is standard: run three or four times a week for six to eight weeks, make one of those runs a little longer, and add a faster session if you intend to race it. Keep the final few days easy and the three miles will take care of themselves.