Bee a Friend 2026 — Austintown, OH

Date
September 13, 2026
Location
Austintown, OH
Venue
6000 Kirk Road
Start Time
12:00 PM
Entry Fee
$0.00
Events
Bee a Friend Parade
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Bee a Friend is a free running race held in Austintown, Ohio on September 13, 2026. The event starts at noon at 6000 Kirk Road. With no entry fee, this is an accessible option for runners looking to participate in a local event. The midday start time means you'll want to plan accordingly for Ohio weather and sun exposure in mid-September. Austintown is located in the Youngstown area, making it convenient for runners in northeastern Ohio and nearby regions.

From the Race Organizer
🐝 Bee a Friend Festival & Parade is a kid-centered community event celebrating kindness, inclusion, and being a good friend. Join us for a Best Friends Parade, Sensory Friendly Activities, a thoughtfully curated market featuring vendors who support the autism community through resources and lived experience, first responder trucks, and a sensory-friendly indoor pavilion designed for calm breaks and quiet time. The Best Friends Parade will begin at Noon! Decorate your parade group as your favorite friends (costumes encouraged, never required!) Awards, Raffles and Prizes will be drawn at 2PM. 🎟️ All sponsorships benefit Logan’s Landing Project and our mission to help make play and travel more accessible for all families. 👯 Decorate your parade group as your favorite friendly duo (costumes encouraged, never required!) 🏆 Prizes for best costumes and decorations 🌈 Sensory-aware • Family-friendly • Everyone belongs ✨ Come for what works for your family and stay as long as you’d like

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Bee a Friend 2026 — Austintown, OH?

Bee a Friend 2026 — Austintown, OH takes place on September 13, 2026. The race is held in Austintown, Ohio.

Where is Bee a Friend 2026 — Austintown, OH held?

Bee a Friend 2026 — Austintown, OH is held at 6000 Kirk Road in Austintown, Ohio.

Where can I find hotels near Bee a Friend 2026 — Austintown, OH?

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