Flirt with Dirt Half Marathon

Brecksville, United States • 28 Mar 2026

Event overview

Flirt with Dirt 10k & Half Marathon takes place on March 28, 2026 in Brecksville, Ohio. The event offers two distances:

  • 10k
  • Half Marathon

The 10k has a listed price of $40 and the half marathon a listed price of $70. The race is part of the Dirty Trail Series and is organized by Western Reserve Racing.

Location and course

The race start area is the Oak Grove Picnic Area in Brecksville Reservation, Valley Parkway, Brecksville, OH 44141 (GPS 41.30853, -81.60176). Both distances run on hiking and bridle trails in the reservation. Hikers are welcome to use the 10k course.

Services, swag and awards

Participants receive a finisher medal plus a choice of one swag item: a triblend tee, crossbody bag, CVNP water bottle, or travel mug. RaceJoy is provided for live GPS tracking, progress alerts, and send-a-cheer features. Donations from the event benefit the Trails Division of Cleveland Metroparks.

Awards are given to the top three overall male and female finishers and the top three male and female finishers in 5-year age groups from 14 & under through 70 & over. Dirty VIP members receive series benefits such as 20% off races and select retail discounts. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

Half Marathon
Flirt With Dirt Half Marathon
10 km
Flirt With Dirt 10k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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