Heroes & History 5K
- Date
- September 5, 2026
- Location
- 305 Wertz Ave NW, Canton, OH
- Distance
- 5K
- Price
- $17.76
From the Organizer
A Family Friendly Run / Walk on Saturday, September 5th at 7:30am. All ages and all abilities welcome!
Celebrating our Veterans and Service Members during America's 250th year. Proceeds benefit the Veterans Service Commission of Stark County, who focuses on serving the veterans and their dependents. Their staff is comprised of veterans and family members of veterans, and understand first hand the issues their clients face.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
80°
Typical Low
58°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Akron Canton Rgnl Ap, 8 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Canton, OH
Population
70,105
as of 2023
City Elevation
1,108 ft
Nearest Airport
CAK
Akron Canton Regional Airport · 8 mi
Major Hub
CLE
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport · 48 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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Waiting For?
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Heroes & History 5K?
- Heroes & History 5K is a running race held in Canton, Ohio on September 5, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Heroes & History 5K?
- Saturday, September 5, 2026 in Canton, Ohio at 305 Wertz Ave NW. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Heroes & History 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Heroes & History 5K
Sep 5, 2026