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FCA Stay the Course 5K

Date
August 15, 2026
Distance
1-Mile Walk · 5K Run/Walk
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From the Organizer

The FCA "Stay the Course" 5K & 1-Mile takes place on Saturday, August 15th, 2026.

The event takes place at First Christian Church in Salem.  The address is:  1151 E. 6th Street, Salem, Ohio 44460.

The 1-Mile begins at 8:15am and the 5K begins at 8:30am.  

Registration includes a commemorative finisher medal, participant shirt and chip-timed bib number.

Both races are professionally chip-timed by GCXC Racing - Youngstown. 

Events

1-Mile Walk8:15 AMRegister →
5K Run/Walk8:30 AMRegister →

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

81°

Typical Low

60°

Based on US Climate Normals data from Millport 4 Ne, 9 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:34 AMSunset 8:24 PMDaylight 13h 49m

Host City

About Salem, OH

Population

11,805

as of 2023

Elevation

1,174 ft

Nearest Airport

CAK

Akron Canton Regional Airport · 30 mi

Major Hub

PIT

Pittsburgh International Airport · 43 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

From Endurance Grid

A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.

Race Location

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Race
FCA Stay the Course 5K
Date
August 15, 2026

From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the FCA Stay the Course 5K?
FCA Stay the Course 5K is a running race held in Salem, Ohio on August 15, 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 FCA Stay the Course 5K?
Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Salem, Ohio at 1151 E. 6th Street, Salem, OH. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the FCA Stay the Course 5K?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

FCA Stay the Course 5K

Aug 15, 2026

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