AKRON, Ohio -- Calling All DEVOtees: The 5KDEVO Run/Walk Race is back for its second year, bringing Akron's beautiful mutants out to pay tribute to the iconic band, while raising money for a local charity.

This year, runners and walkers will join DEVO founder Gerald Casale on race day, 9-11 a.m. Sunday, July 29, in downtown Akron at 200 South Main St.

Every participant gets a devolved t-shirt to wear during the race, along with a DEVO finisher medal. For inspiration, DEVO music will fill the air and special guests, to be announced soon, will be at the finish line. A post-race event will offer DEVO-inspired awards.

More than 800 racers participated in last year's inaugural event. A portion of funds raised went to Miller South School for Performing Arts.

On Friday and Saturday, July 27-28, the DEVOtional, an annual fan convention, will be held at the Beachland Ballroom, 15711 Waterloo Road in Cleveland, as part of DEVO 2018 fan gathering weekend.

Tickets are on sale now for the event, with the first 100 ticket buyers receiving a limited-edition "devolved gift."

"Our annual DEVOtional fan gathering in Cleveland is again welcoming DEVOtees and Beautiful Mutants from all over the world, and we're super happy to present our 2nd annual 5KDEVO Walk/Run Race in Akron as part of the highly devolved weekend," said DEVO spokesman Michael Pilmer. "Seeing nearly 1,000 people running around Akron in DEVO shirts, energy domes and 3D glasses was quite a sight to see!"

Sign up to race or walk here. Race price is $30 plus $2.50 signup fee. The price goes up to $35 after 11:59 p.m. Sunday, March 4. Virtual racers, here and abroad, also can sign up to race in their hometown.

Details about the course will be announced soon. Check the DEVO's website for more information.

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