On Your Mark, Get Set, Go Run in Stark County

Jan 18, 2022

There are so many running events in Stark County in 2022. From a full marathon to family-friendly runs, your list of races to register for this season is sure to grow a little longer!

No matter what season it is, it's always the perfect time to hit the trails and explore a new community in Stark County with a 5K or even a full Marathon. Spend time with friends or create a new family tradition with one of these events.

Super Valentine's Day 5K

February 13
Downtown Canton
A truly unique event. This is a TWO Person Team competition. Everyone runs together and we combine your finish times. Let's celebrate Super Sunday AND Valentine's Day! We will START and FINISH inside of the Canton Memorial Civic Center! Registration includes a custom event shirt, finisher medal, hot chocolate, chocolate, and race entry.

Louisville St. Patrick's Day 5K

March 12
Louisville
Think Green! The Louisville St. Patrick's Day 5K is back, Saturday, March 12th, 2022. Start your spring with something green and help support up-and-coming runners. The 5K course is mostly flat. Starting in front of Louisville High School, and winding through the scenic Metzger Park, along the Nickleplate Trail and finishing back at the high school. The race time is 10:00 AM and as always we will have refreshments afterward.

Canalway Classic Spring Peeper Edition

March 26
Canal Fulton
A fun-filled 5 Mile and 2 Mile race celebrating and benefiting Stark Parks at St. Helena Heritage Park. Registration includes Custom Event Shirt, Finisher Medals for both the 2 Mile and 5 Mile, Race Bib, Post Race Food.

Run Wild! Spring Trail Run and Earth Day Celebration

April 23
The Wilderness Center
REGISTRATION OPENS SOON
Besides the 1 Mile Fun Run, 5K, and 10K, there will be many activities on-site including tree planting, recycling art demonstration, and representatives from local health organizations about the health benefits of being in nature.

Hall of Fame Marathon

April 24
Canton
Be a part of the greatest race around! The Marathon is a full 26.2-mile event that will take you on a scenic journey of Canton, OH. Runners will finish at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium and will travel a pure out and back course. Get signed up before it is too late for the Full Marathon, Half Marathon, or Team Relay (SOLD OUT FOR 2022) to experience this legendary race around Canton!

Mother of All Races

May 7
Canal Fulton
Come celebrate Mother's Day Weekend when the Canal Fulton Rotary presents the “Mother of All Races” 5K Run/Walk, 10K Run, 5K Competitive Walk. There is special pricing for Mother/Daughter and Mother/Son teams.

Sweat Now, Wine Later

May 7
Canton
Kayak your way on Nimishillen Creek from Martindale Park to the Middlebranch Trailhead at Spangler Ave, NE, roughly 1.5 mile. Hop out of the kayak and run or walk the Middlebranch Trail (~2.5 miles) to Gervasi Vineyard. Enjoy a post race gathering at Gervasi Vineyard with music and fun atmosphere.

Running with my Gnomies

May 14
Canal Fulton
Running with My Gnomies is a 25k and 50k through the hills of Camp Tuscazoar in beautiful Tuscarawas County, Ohio. Not only will you get to run with your Gnomies (Friends), you will also run with Gnomes! As you run the course look for the Gnomes of Tuscazoar. There are many of them hiding among the rocks and trees of the Camp Tuscazoar forest. Count them and see if you can find them all!

Girls on the Run Community

May 14
North Canton
The Girls on the Run COMMUNITY Race is your chance to run on the same course at the same time as our Program runners! The race is open to ALL Men and Women.

Hero Run 5K Run/Walk

May 30
Massillon
The HERO 5K Run/Walk is a looped 3.1-mile run-walk along 13th street in Perry Township on Monday, May 30. This is the 8th for the HERO 5K Run/Walk and is an event in conjunction with the Perry Township Flags of Freedom.

Shearer's Snacks Chip Chase

June 3
Brewster
Bring the family to join us for runners bags, door prizes, RAFFLE ITEMS, race refreshments, the Brewster Fireman's Festival (with carnival rides, fair food, live bands, FIREWORKS, and more)- and a GREAT SUMMER RACE! Before the big 'taters run, the little ones can be a "Chip Off the Old Block," and participate in the Kids Fun Run- for kids 8 & under! All "little Chips" will receive a t-shirt, medal, and finishers goodie bag!

Lake Township FISH 5K Run/Walk

June 11
Uniontown
The Lake Township FISH 5K course. The 3.1 mile (5K) road course begins and ends at the Lake Blue Streak Football Stadium (658 Market Ave N, Uniontown, OH 44685). Participants can choose to participate in a timed 5K Run, a timed 5K Competitive Walk (ABSOLUTELY no running or jogging), Fun Walk, or in an untimed 1/2 Mile Kids Fun Walk. All volunteers and registrants must park across the street from the stadium in the lot to the north of the school/library.

Eagle Up Ultra Marathon 100 mile

June 4-5
Canal Fulton
Based at Canal Fulton's St. Helena Park, the course is flat and fast ... on the Olde Muskingum and Ralph Regula Towpath Trails. There's plenty of shade and the scenery is beautiful. Stark County's only 24-hour endurance race. You have 24 hours to complete 100 miles, 100 kilometers (62 miles), the 50/50 ... [50 Miles, then 50 Kilometers], 50 miles or 50 kilometers (31 miles). Compete as an individual or relay team. Registration is available for 4-person and 8-person relay teams for the 100 miles.

Women's 6K Festival

June 4
Canton
All women of ALL abilities are welcome to participate! We will be running a 6K course (3.73 miles) that starts at Malone University and finishes at Centennial Plaza in Downtown Canton. Men are welcome to join us in our Virtual Event!

North Canton YMCA's 4th of July 5K

July 4
North Canton
Be a part of Stark County's landmark run, the North Canton YMCA July 4th Race! We welcome athletes of all ages and abilities, and have a separate starting time for wheelchair participants.

Jackson Night Glow 5K

June 24
Jackson Township North Park
REGISTRATION OPENS SOON
The Jackson Township Night Glow 5K & Kids Fun Run, the original Stark County night glow run, is a local tradition you won't want to miss.

Up, Up, & Away 5K

July 30
Kent State University at Stark Campus
Participants can run or walk a 5K course looping the beautiful campus of Kent State University at Stark with the potential for hot air balloons to launch and fly overhead!

G.L.O. 5K & Moonlight Market

August 12
Hartville MarketPlace & Flea Market
The evening will start with the 5K race and Moonlight Market starting at 6:00. Enjoy live music, hand-crafted vendors, food trucks, and much more! End the fun filled evening with friends and family by watching the fireworks show beginning at 10:00!

The Manly Man Foot Race

August 19
Hall of Fame Village
A race, a challenge, a ridiculous but fun way to run! Everyone wears a mustache. Join us after the race as anyone can compete in the best beard competition, loudest scream competition, and keg toss competition.

Troll Hobble Fun Run

September 25
Troll Hole Museum in Downtown Alliance
REGISTRATION OPENS SOON
Enjoy the brand new Troll Hobble Fun Run 5K Iron Horse trail with a costume contest with prizes. This event is part of the Alliance of Troll Convention.

CAK5K on the Runway

October 8
Canton
Enjoy a unique view of the Akron-Canton Airport, from the runway! Join family, friends, and fellow aviation enthusiasts as you watch aircraft depart and arrive from CAK while on the flattest course in the region.

Santa Clara Nun Run

October 8
Canton REGISTRATION OPENS SOON
The Poor Clares came to Canton in 1946 and we look forward to celebrating with our 5K run/walk. The 5K will run in the neighboring streets, the Middlebranch trail and finally through the monastery grounds with many cheering nuns.

Great Pumpkin Race

October 29
Canton REGISTRATION OPENS SOON
Wheelchairs, strollers and dogs are welcome at our family-friendly, inclusive event. In addition to the road events, we have pumpkin cart racing, pumpkin decorating and the chance to Guess the Weight of the Giant Pumpkin!

The Haunted Forest Marathon

October 30
Canal Fulton
The Sequel will be held in Canal Fulton, Ohio. The race will consist of a full marathon (26.2 miles), a half marathon (13.1 miles), and a 5K (3.1 miles). The event will be heavily themed with a spooky starting line, tombstone mile markers, zombie water stations, and props all along the course. We will be running on the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath from St Helena Heritage Park.

Perry Rotary Turkey Trot

November 24
Canton
REGISTRATION OPENS SOON
Come join the Perry Twp. Rotarians and the Perry Community on Thanksgiving Morning. This is a 5K Run/Walk, Competitive Walk, & Little Gobbler Run at Central Catholic High School, 4824 Tuscarawas St. W, Canton, OH 44708. This annual event has become a family event that hosts over 2800 runners/walkers and their families each year.

Spirit of the Season 5K

November 26
Hall of Fame Village
Please join us from 4:00 – 5:30 PM for Spirit of the Season 5K that will enable families to walk or run the grounds of the Village. The Lil Reindeer Dash, a free fun run for those 10 and under, will start at 5:30 PM, while The Diaper Dash will start at 5:45 PM. A special finish line camera will put the faces of all participants on the video board inside the stadium.

Frosty Frolic 5K

December 10
Canton
The Canton Parks light up every holiday season with an impressive display of decorations, hand crafted by the folks at Canton Parks. The Frosty Frolic will start and end on the grounds of the McKinley National Memorial. The route takes you through Stadium Park with beautiful views of the lights. Registration include a chip-timed 5k, race shirt, finisher's medal, PLUS Hot Chocolate and Christmas Cookies at the finish line!

Author

Allison Gromofsky

Allison Gromofsky is the Promotions Grants Manager for Visit Canton. She enjoys shopping, spending time with friends, family, going to concerts, and watching football! Allison can be found trying new restaurants, exploring museums, and hanging out at Canton First Fridays. Allison is a Stark County native and loves to work, play and live in Canton, with her husband, Andy. Have an update or comment about the blog? Reach out at allisong@visitcanton.com

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