
From the Organizer
Get ready to run, walk, or stroll your way to the finish line at this family-friendly event! Celebrate Independence Day in style with music, costume contests, awards, and plenty of fun for participants of all ages.
Event Highlights:
Don’t miss out on this festive tradition—join us for the 48th July 4th Race!
Race times:
Packet Pickup:
We highly encourage you to pick up on Thursday & Friday, We will not be able to accommodate any one picking up after 7:00am on race day.
Events
Weather
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
84°
Typical Low
63°
Chance of Rain
39%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Akron Canton Rgnl Ap, 9 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
70,105
as of 2023
Elevation
1,057 ft
Nearest Airport
CAK
Akron Canton Regional Airport · 9 mi
Major Hub
CLE
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport · 49 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
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at North Canton YMCA July 4th Race, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
26
Days to train
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From Endurance Grid
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
North Canton YMCA July 4th Race
Jul 4, 2026