
The Afterburner Zone is a running race on October 4, 2026 in North Canton, OH.
The 100 Meter Dash inside of the CAK5K on the Runway
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
69°
Typical Low
48°
Chance of Rain
36%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Akron Canton Rgnl Ap, 1 mi from the venue.
Population
70,105
as of 2023
City 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.
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at The Afterburner Zone, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
16
Days to train
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The Afterburner Zone
Oct 4, 2026