
From the Organizer
The Mahoning County Junior Fair presents the annual "Rooster Run 5K & Duckling Dash" taking place on Sunday, September 6th, 2026, at the Canfield Fairgrounds. The address is: 7265 Columbiana-Canfield Rd, Canfield, OH 44406.
- The Kids 1/2-mile Duckling Dash begins at 7:45am and is open to ages 12 & Under.
- The 5K will start at 8:00am.
- Both races are professionally chip-timed by GCXC Racing - Youngstown.
Early packet pick-up will take place on Saturday, September 5th at Boardman Fleet Feet from 11:00am - 2:00pm.
Race day pickup/sign up will be from 6:45am to 7:45am at Gate F. Enter at vehicle Gate 9 and walk-in at Gate F. Race starts at Event Center near Gate F.
5K awards for top overall male and female winners as well as top three males/females in age groups:
14 & under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69 and 70 & over.
All proceeds from this race will be used to support the Mahoning County Junior Fair through building and equipment improvements. With your help, we have updated goat pens, rabbit pens, poultry pens and llama pens to accommodate our growing enrollment.
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
78°
Typical Low
53°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Warren 3 S, 12 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
7,651
as of 2023
Elevation
1,108 ft
Nearest Airport
CAK
Akron Canton Regional Airport · 37 mi
Major Hub
PIT
Pittsburgh International Airport · 46 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
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Days to train
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Rooster Run Walk
Sep 6, 2026