85-year-old becomes part of Cleveland Marathon tradition that extends beyond 26.2 miles

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85-year-old becomes part of Cleveland Marathon tradition that extends beyond 26.2 miles
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The race attracts novice runners and those like 85-year-old Jim Mackert, who has run in more than 40 races since the event began.

Runners in the 2021 Cleveland Marathon head west on the Shoreway toward Lakewood in downtown Cleveland early Sunday morning, Oct. 24. The race was pushed back because of the coronavirus. David Petkiewicz, cleveland.comCLEVELAND, Ohio – Nearly 8,000 runners will race through Cleveland this weekend in a city tradition that began in 1978.

The Union Home Mortgage Cleveland Marathon, a three-day event, extends beyond the 26.2-mile course. It attracts novice runners and those like 85-year-old Jim Mackert, who has run in more than 40 races since the event began. Note to readers: if you purchase something through one of our affiliate links we may earn a commission.

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