The Classic Kickoff 6K
The Classic Kickoff 6K is a running race on August 22, 2026 in Canton, OH, with an entry fee of $35.
- Date
- August 22, 2026 (30 days to go)
- Price
- $35
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
The Classic Kickoff 6K
Highlighting the Black College Football Hall of Fame Classic
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
Pace Leaders at ALL events to help you get your PR
Age Groups extended to 85+
AWARDS - Medals will be awarded to those who cross the finish line. In addition, there will be overall and age group prizes and special prizes for all
EVENT SWAG - The 6K will feature a short sleeve tri-blend shirt.
We are grateful for the continued support of the women of the Stark County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., whose Red S.H.O.E. initiative—Self-care, Healthy Options, and Exercise—reflects their commitment to volunteering their time, encouraging healthy lifestyles, and uplifting the Canton community.
The Pro Football Hall of Fame Race Series is a community wide effort to improve the health, wellness, and fitness of the Canton area through running and walking.
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
82°
Typical Low
61°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Akron Canton Rgnl Ap, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Canton, OH
Population
70,105
as of 2023
City 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 The Classic Kickoff 6K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
30
Days to train
- Race
- The Classic Kickoff 6K
- Date
- August 22, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Coming Up
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1 mile away
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The 6.3
800 Mc Kinley Monument Dr NW
1 mile away
St Michael's Parish Knights of Columbus 5K
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Plan your trip
Make it a Racecation
Coming from out of town? There's more to Canton than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
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The Classic Kickoff 6K
Aug 22, 2026