10th Annual KJ's 5K for Mental Health & Animal Rescue Portage Lakes State Park, 5031 Manchester Rd, Akron, OH 44319 In Person: Saturday, October 3, 2026 8:00 am Check in Begins 9:00 am 5K Run/Walk Start 10:30 am Awards Ceremony, Remembrance, and Presentation Virtual Option: KJ's has a 5k virtual option too! A virtual 5k means you can run, walk, crawl, bike or otherwise complete the 5k without worrying about the starting line crowds at a traditional in-person 5k. The world is your trail! You can complete a 5k (3.1 mile) distance anywhere you choose, any time between September 1 through October 4! For virtual participants, your race packet can be pickup at our branch or mailed for additional $5. It will include a custom KJ's 5k t-shirt & a unique custom designed finishers medal. Packet Pickup: October 6-10, 2025 from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Portage Path Behavioral Health 340 South Broadway Street Akron, Ohio 44308 Packet Mailing: Will be mailed out on Tuesday, October 7. Submit Your Virtual R
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for October 3.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Akron, OH.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
