Canton Run Ruck 5K
Canton Run Ruck 5K is a running and rucking race on November 7, 2026 in Canton, OH, with entry fees from $25 to $35.
- Date
- November 7, 2026 (107 days to go)
- Location
- 1714 Schneider St NE, Canton, OH
- Price
- $25–$35
- Sports
- RunningRucking
From the Organizer
CANTON RUCK RUN 5K
Saturday, November 7, 2026 | Plain Township Memorial Park
RUCK. RUN. WALK. HONOR.
The Canton RUCK RUN 5K is more than a race — it’s a community movement built to honor service, support local veterans, and bring people together with purpose.
Whether you ruck, run, walk, donate, purchase a tribute sign, or simply show up to thank a veteran, every action helps support local veterans and the organizations serving those who served our country right here in Stark County.
WHO THIS EVENT IS FOR
✔ Veterans & Active Duty Military
✔ Walkers, Runners & Ruckers
✔ Families, Friends, Teams & Students
✔ Anyone who believes service deserves to be honored
You don’t need to be fast.
You don’t need to carry weight.
You just have to care.
WHY IT MATTERS
In our inaugural year, the Canton Ruck Run sold out, raised $4,000 for local veteran organizations, and helped support veteran families in our community.
In 2026, we’re building something even bigger.
More veterans honored. More community impact. More lives supported.
HONOR A HERO — TRIBUTE SIGNS
Honor someone who served with a personalized tribute sign displayed along the race course.
Whether honoring a veteran, active-duty service member, reservist, or fallen hero, a tribute sign is a meaningful way to recognize service, remember sacrifice, and keep their story visible.
$30 Tribute Sign
✔ Personalized with name & branch of service
✔ Displayed along the race course on race day
✔ Take it home after the event
✔ Supports local veteran organizations
PURCHASE YOUR TRIBUTE SIGNS HERE
Tribute sign proceeds directly support local veteran organizations.
FINISHER MEDALS
All participants receive a custom 2026 Canton Ruck Run 5K Finisher Medal — a meaningful reminder of service, sacrifice, and community impact.
REGISTER EARLY
This event fills quickly.
Invite your friends, bring your family, and be part of a growing tradition that honors service and strengthens our community.
RUCK. RUN. WALK. HONOR.
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
54°
Typical Low
37°
Chance of Rain
41%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Akron Canton Rgnl Ap, 6 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.
Race Location
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From Endurance Grid
About These Sports
This race spans more than one sport — here’s a guide to each, so you can understand what’s involved and decide if it’s the right fit. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Rucking
Covering a distance on foot under a weighted rucksack — from timed solo challenges to longer team events.
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Canton Run Ruck 5K
Nov 7, 2026