Heroes & Heritage 5K
- Date Sat 5th September 2026
- Time 7:30AM EDT
- Location Canton, Ohio
- Price Free - $19.83
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of community spirit and celebration at the Heroes & Heritage 5K, taking place on Saturday, September 5th, 2026, in Canton, Stark! Kicking off at 7:30 AM, this family-friendly run/walk welcomes participants of all ages and abilities to join in honoring our veterans and service members during America’s 250th anniversary. Every participant will receive a fantastic event T-shirt, a shiny finisher medal, and a special gift to commemorate this unforgettable day.
In addition to the race, all runners will enjoy free entry into the Stark County Fair on race day, making it a perfect outing for friends and family. Participants can also look forward to awards for the top three men and women overall, along with age group awards for various categories. Don’t miss out on the Ruck Competition, where the top five men and women in this division will also be recognized! Plus, your participation supports the Veterans Service Commission of Stark County, dedicated to serving our veterans and their families. Join us for a day filled with camaraderie, competition, and celebration!
In addition to the race, all runners will enjoy free entry into the Stark County Fair on race day, making it a perfect outing for friends and family. Participants can also look forward to awards for the top three men and women overall, along with age group awards for various categories. Don’t miss out on the Ruck Competition, where the top five men and women in this division will also be recognized! Plus, your participation supports the Veterans Service Commission of Stark County, dedicated to serving our veterans and their families. Join us for a day filled with camaraderie, competition, and celebration!
Organiser's Description
A Family Friendly Run / Walk on Saturday, September 5th at 7:30am. All ages and all abilities welcome!
Celebrating our Veterans and Service Members during America's 250th year.
All participants receive a great Event T-Shirt, a Finisher Medal, and a Special Gift!
All participants receive entry into the Stark County Fair on race day as part of their race entry. Additional tickets can be purchased during registration for spectators / friends / family members.
AWARDS - Top 3 Men / Women Overall plus Age Groups 1-14, 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, 80-84, 85+
RUCK COMPETITION - Top 5 Men / Women Overall recognized in the Ruck Division.
Proceeds benefit the Veterans Service Commission of Stark County Donation Account, who focuses on serving the veterans and their dependents. Their staff is comprised of veterans and family members of veterans, and understand first hand the issues their clients face.
Celebrating our Veterans and Service Members during America's 250th year.
All participants receive a great Event T-Shirt, a Finisher Medal, and a Special Gift!
All participants receive entry into the Stark County Fair on race day as part of their race entry. Additional tickets can be purchased during registration for spectators / friends / family members.
AWARDS - Top 3 Men / Women Overall plus Age Groups 1-14, 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, 80-84, 85+
RUCK COMPETITION - Top 5 Men / Women Overall recognized in the Ruck Division.
Proceeds benefit the Veterans Service Commission of Stark County Donation Account, who focuses on serving the veterans and their dependents. Their staff is comprised of veterans and family members of veterans, and understand first hand the issues their clients face.
Races
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5K Run / Walk - Community Registration
Incl. $2.07 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 5th September 2026 (7:30AM EDT)
$19.83
Registration for those who are NOT a Veteran, Active Military, Reserve Military, or National Guard. -
5K Run / Walk - Veterans / Active / Reserve / National Guard Registration
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 5th September 2026 (7:30AM EDT)
Free
ONLY for those who ARE Veterans, Active Military, Reserve Military, or National Guard.
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305 Wertz Ave NW, Canton, 44708, OH, United States
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