
Run for Caitlin 5K & 3K is a running race on July 25, 2026 in Canfield, OH, with an entry fee of $25.
From the Organizer
Join us in celebrating Caitlin Yager's life and her love for running with this unique race! The 13th annual Run for Caitlin 5K and 3K will take place on Saturday, July 25th, 2026, at 9:00am at Canfield High School. The address for the school is: 100 Cardinal Drive, Canfield, Ohio 44406.
Your registration includes a unique finisher medal, race swag bag, tickets for basket raffle, refreshments and a DJ! An optional specially designed dry-fit race shirt is also available for purchase. Shirt cost is $15 additionally. Shirt size guaranteed for those who register by JUNE 24, 2026. Shirts can also be purchased if available at the race. Be sure to register early to guarantee your shirt size! Swag bags only guaranteed to the first 200 pre-registered participants!
ALL finishers receive a unique medal!
Packet pick-up and registration take place at Second Sole in Boardman on Friday, July 24th from 11am-5pm and on race day at Canfield High School from 7:30am-8:45am.
GCXC Racing - Youngstown will provide certified courses, custom bib numbers, and a professionally chip-timed finish line.
Top three male and female finishers in the 3K and 5K will receive a special commerative award. Top 5K male and female finisher in the following age groups will also receive an additional award. 19 & Under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 & Up.
A virtual option is also available for those participants not comfortable racing in person. The virtual event takes place from July 1st through July 31st. You may run or walk your 5K or 3K distance in any location and will be able to submit your time to josh@gcxcracing.com.
Proceeds go towards Run for Caitlin Inc., a nonprofit corporation that awards scholarships to deserving students.
For questions or concerns, please call Maria, 330-720-1254, email at runforcaitlin@gmail.com.
Events
Weather
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day
Saturday, 7/25
High
82°
Low
62°
Conditions
Mostly sunny then slight chance showers and thunderstorms
Chance of Rain
15%
Wind
6 mph
Host City
Population
7,651
as of 2023
City 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.
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Run for Caitlin 5K & 3K
Jul 25, 2026