2026 Cleveland Clinic Union Hospital Run for Home
The 2026 Cleveland Clinic Union Hospital Run for Home will take place on April 11–12, 2026, in New Philadelphia and Dover, Ohio, with the main event centered around Tuscora Park. The event offers a variety of races, including a Half-Marathon, Team Relay, 10K, 5K, One-Mile Fun Run/Walk, and a Kids' Run/Obstacle Course. On April 11, participants can join the Rt. 250 Health and Performance 10K and 5K, while the Half-Marathon and Team Relay will occur on April 12. The weather in New Philadelphia on April 11 is expected to be mild, with temperatures ranging from 50°F to 65°F and mostly sunny conditions. On April 12, the forecast predicts a similar climate, with a high of 60°F and light winds. The event provides a scenic and challenging course through the streets and parks of New Philadelphia and Dover, with the Half-Marathon featuring a certified route that includes route changes and a 3.5-hour time limit. Participants can expect a range of awards, swag, and opportunities to compete in both individual and team categories.
What is the event name and date?
The event is called the 2026 Cleveland Clinic Union Hospital Run for Home, and it will take place on April 11–12, 2026.
What is the location of the event?
The event is held in New Philadelphia and Dover, Ohio, with the main activities centered around Tuscora Park. The Half-Marathon and Team Relay start at Al Maloney Drive, Tuscora Park, and finish inside Woody Hayes Quaker Stadium, also located within Tuscora Park.
What distances are available for this event?
- →Half-Marathon (13.1 miles)
- →Team Relay (~13.1 miles total)
- →10K
- →5K
- →One-Mile Fun Run/Walk
- →Kids' Run/Obstacle Course (~400 meters)
What is the schedule for the event?
- →Saturday, April 11:
• 9:00 AM: Kids' Run/Obstacle Course
• 9:30 AM: One-Mile Fun Run/Walk
• 10:30 AM: Rt. 250 Health and Performance 10K and 5K
- →Sunday, April 12:
• 7:30 AM: Half-Marathon and Team Relay
What is the course like for the Half-Marathon?
The certified Half-Marathon course winds through the streets and parks of New Philadelphia and Dover. The 2026 edition features a flatter, faster route with significant changes between miles 5 and 10. The course has a 3.5-hour time limit.
What are the relay legs breakdown for the Team Relay?
- →Leg 1: 3.4 miles — exchange zone on East Second St., Dover
- →Leg 2: ~5 miles — exchange zone at Crater Stadium, Dover (mile 8.4)
- →Leg 3: ~4.7 miles — finishes at Tuscora Park
Teams of 2 can exchange at either exchange zone.
What awards and prizes are available?
- →Top 3 overall male and female finishers for the Half-Marathon
- →Top 3 per age group (13 & under through 80+) for the Half-Marathon
- →$200 cash prize if course records are broken:
• Men's record: 1:09:38 (Nik Schweikart)
• Women's record: 1:20:14 (Ashton Swinford, 2023)
- →Relay awards: Top 3 teams in Male, Female, and Coed categories
- →Top 3 men and women overall + top 3 per age group (Under 10 through 80+) for the 10K and 5K
- →Awards for top overall male and female finishers in the One-Mile Fun Run/Walk; ribbons for top 3 per age group
- →Ribbons for all participants in the Kids' Run/Obstacle Course
What swag is included for participants?
- →Half-marathon finishers: Long sleeve shirt + medal
- →Relay finishers: Short sleeve shirt + medal
- →10K: Drawstring backpack, water bottle, socks, and finisher's medal
- →5K: T-shirt
- →One-Mile Fun Run/Walk: T-shirt
- →Kids' Run/Obstacle Course: Ribbon
What is the Second Sole 10K / Half Challenge?
The Second Sole 10K / Half Challenge is a bundle registration that allows participants to register for both the 10K and Half-Marathon. Benefits include:
- →Savings on registration costs
- →A lightweight hoodie
- →Opportunity to compete for top 3 men and women combined time awards
- →A $500 award for the first-place finisher in both events
What is the route for the Half-Marathon?
The Half-Marathon route is certified and can be viewed on Plotaroute ↗. A PDF version of the route map is available at Google Drive ↗.
What are the routes for the 10K and 5K?
- →10K course: Plotaroute ↗
- →5K course: Plotaroute ↗
What is the route for the One-Mile Fun Run/Walk?
The One-Mile Fun Run/Walk route can be viewed on Plotaroute ↗.
What is the route for the Kids' Run/Obstacle Course?
The Kids' Run/Obstacle Course is ~400 meters inside Tuscora Park, and the route is not specified in detail. No registration is required for this event.
What is the weather forecast for the event?
On April 11, the weather in New Philadelphia is expected to be mild, with temperatures ranging from 50°F to 65°F and mostly sunny conditions. On April 12, the forecast predicts a similar climate, with a high of 60°F and light winds. These conditions are ideal for running and walking events.