The Iron Pickle 5k presented by Canton Pickle Fest
The Iron Pickle 5k presented by Canton Pickle Fest is a running race on June 12, 2027 in Canton, OH, with an entry fee of $25.
- Date
- June 12, 2027 (254 days to go)
- Price
- $25
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
🏃♀️ The Iron Pickle 5K presented by Canton Pickle Fest:
Starts & Finishes in Stark County Fairgrounds in Canton, OH
Presented by Canton Pickle Fest | Organized by Run to You Racing
NOW MANAGED AND TIMED BY R2U RACING
🥒 Iron Pickle Challenge:
Ready for the bragging rights, or should we say Brine-ing rights?? Choose to take on the Iron Pickle Challenge!
Select the Iron Pickle add-on and carry either a jar of pickles from the Crazy Cucumber or a giant inflatable pickle across the finish line.
Finish strong with your pickle in hand and you'll earn a unique Iron Pickle Award.
🌎 Virtual Option:
Love the Pickle but need to participate from afar? Our virtual 5k Run/Walk means you can complete the 5K any where
🙋 Volunteer:
We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help make this year’s Iron Pickle Race a success! Opportunities include day-of registration, packet pick-up, handing out pickles, staffing water stations, and assisting with finish line awards and refreshments. Open to family, friends, and runners who want to lend a hand before the race. Volunteers will receive their very own pickles!
🏅 Medal & Bonus Award:
All participants will receive an Iron Pickle Medal at the finish line. Those who take on the Iron Pickle Challenge will receive a bonus award.
🏆 Awards: Awards can be picked up at the beginning of the festival!
Top 3 overall male and female, finishers will be announced on stage at 9:30 AM.
Top 3 Age group male and female in ages:
14-Under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, & 80+.
Winners in the age groups will also be recognized and receive an Iron Pickle certificate.
Best Dressed honors will go to the pickle-loving participant with the most creative costume — so dress to impress!
📅 Schedule: Stark County Fairgrounds
TBD - June 2027
🎉 After the Race:
Stay for the Full Pickle Festival Experience!
Enjoy over 30 pickle-themed food vendors, including food trucks with special pickle menus, cottage bakers, pickle soft drinks, and pickle cocktails & beer from The Happy Camper Bar. Take part in our scavenger hunt for special pickle prizes, shop with local vendors, and explore unique pickle-inspired products. This year also features live entertainment!
Run the race and get early access to Canton’s most popular pickle event of the year!
This isn’t your ordinary 5K — it’s a pickle-packed, fun-filled run with electrolytes in every step!
🥒 Welcome to the Iron Pickle 5K!
🏃♀️ Run. 🥒 Pickle. 🎉 Party.
Events
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
80°
Typical Low
59°
Chance of Rain
41%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Akron Canton Rgnl Ap, 8 mi from the venue.
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
Approximate location — pin shows the host city, not the exact venue.
What Are You
Waiting For?
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254
Days to train
- Race
- The Iron Pickle 5k presented by Canton Pickle Fest
- Date
- June 12, 2027
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The Iron Pickle 5k presented by Canton Pickle Fest
Jun 12, 2027