Franksgiving Day 5K
- Date
- November 14, 2026
- Location
- 132 5th St NW, Canton, OH
- Distance
- Adult 5K Run/Walk · Youth 5K Run/Walk · The Red Hot Tot Trot & more
From the Organizer
Don't miss out on YEAR TWO where everyone is a Wiener
ADDING a few new wrinkles to the 2026 event including the Mount Beanie Weenie Sprint AND the Red Hot Tot Trot for those 12 and under.
Hot Dogs, Chips, & Beer/Pop/Water will be FREE to all finishers
Unique Awards / Finisher Medal as you would expect from Run to You Racing.
Winning team receives our unique Wiener Sticker.
Individual 5K Awards: Top 5 Men / Women, Top 3 Age Group Men / Women 1-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85+
Team Award to the team (Mustard, Ketchup, Onion) who has the lowest average time - every finisher counts.
Wiener Dog Races will be back in 2026
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
51°
Typical Low
35°
Chance of Rain
42%
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
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
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Franksgiving Day 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Franksgiving Day 5K?
- Franksgiving Day 5K is a running race held in Canton, Ohio on November 14, 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 Franksgiving Day 5K?
- Saturday, November 14, 2026 in Canton, Ohio at 132 5th St NW, Canton, OH. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Franksgiving Day 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Franksgiving Day 5K
Nov 14, 2026