Made in Ohio Half
- Date Sun 29th March 2026
- Time 8:20AM EDT
- Location Massillon, Ohio
- Price $49.95 - $71.16
- Races 3 races
- Distances 10km, 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of fitness and fun at the Made in Ohio Half on Sunday, March 29, 2026! Held in the picturesque town of Massillon, Stark County, this exciting event features three race distances: a challenging Half Marathon, a spirited 10K, and a lively 5K, all set against the scenic backdrop of the Towpath Trail. The Half Marathon and 10K kick off at 8:30 AM, while the 5K starts at 8:20 AM, providing participants with a fantastic opportunity to challenge themselves on a course that combines rolling hills and flat stretches for a fast finish.
Join fellow runners and walkers as you traverse a picturesque route that promises to be both rewarding and enjoyable. With a time limit of 3.5 hours to complete the event, there is plenty of time to soak in the experience. Plus, participants can look forward to receiving a stylish long sleeve shirt or opt for a swag-free experience for a discount, along with a finisher medal! Enjoy hydration and energy support along the way, with water stops and Gatorade available on the course. Don’t miss out on this chance to contribute to a great cause, as the event supports SOLE INSP
Join fellow runners and walkers as you traverse a picturesque route that promises to be both rewarding and enjoyable. With a time limit of 3.5 hours to complete the event, there is plenty of time to soak in the experience. Plus, participants can look forward to receiving a stylish long sleeve shirt or opt for a swag-free experience for a discount, along with a finisher medal! Enjoy hydration and energy support along the way, with water stops and Gatorade available on the course. Don’t miss out on this chance to contribute to a great cause, as the event supports SOLE INSP
Organiser's Description
Come out and join us for a fun festive 1/2 Marathon, 10K, & 5K! The event is on Sunday, March 29, 2026, starting at 8:20 AM (5K) & 8:30 AM (10K/Half) by the Towpath Trail - Lake Ave. Trailhead. The The 1/2 Marathon & 10K race takes place on and around the Towpath in Massillon, comprised of 3 miles of rolling hills, and the remainder a flat, fast Towpath finish at the Lake Avenue Trailhead. The 5K race takes place on a flat, fast Towpath finish at the Lake Avenue Trailhead. TIME LIMIT IS 3.5 HOURS TO COMPLETE THE EVENT!
Our Charity Partner this year is SOLE INSPIRATION [https://soleinspiration.org/], a Northeast Ohio nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide athletic footwear to underprivileged youth who would otherwise not be able to properly participate in team sports. Their hope is to motivate youth by helping them achieve their athletic goals as well as inspiring them to help others in need in the future.
PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE:
One swag item! Long Sleeve Shirt or No Swag Option ($5 Off)! GUARANTEE SWAG BY SUNDAY, MARCH 15!
-Long Sleeve T-Shirt (Adult X-Small to Adult 2X-Large).
-Upgrade to a Hoodie for $25 or Add-on Hoodie for $35 (Adult Small to Adult 2X-Large)
Finisher Medal!
Water Stops, Gatorade, & Energy Gel on Course! GATORADE & ENERGY GEL WILL BE ON THE HALF MARATHON COURSE ONLY!
Snacks & Water at Finish Line!
SCHEDULE:
Sunday, March 29 - Event Day!
7:00 AM - Registration / Pickup Starts
8:20 AM - 5K Run/Walk Starts
8:30 AM - 10K Run & Half Marathon Starts
9:00 AM - 5K Awards
10:00 AM - 10K & Half Marathon Awards
12:00 PM - Course Closed
Awarded:
Half Marathon, 10K, & 5K
Top 3 - Overall Female & Male
Top 1 - Female & Male in the following age groups 9 & Under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, and 80+
EVENT DAY LOCATION:
VIP Parking - Towpath Trail - Lake Ave. Trailhead, 135 Lake Ave NW, Massillon, OH 44647
-LIMITED 40 PARKING SPOTS TO HALF MARATHON ONLY. COST $10 ONLINE PURCHASE ONLY!
Parking Areas
---Reed's Towing, 190 Lake Ave NW, Massillon, OH 44647 - Limited to 80 parking spots
---Custom Car Centre, 1359 3rd St NW, Massillon, OH 44647 - Limited to 40 parking spots
---The Quilting Bea / Atlas Testing Company, 1213 3rd St NW, Massillon, OH 44647 - Limited to 40 parking spots
---Atlas Testing Company, 1213 3rd St NW, Massillon, OH 44647 - Limited to 60 parking spots
---Bounce-A-Roma, 655 3rd St NW, Massillon, OH 44647- Limited to 60 parking spots
Registration/Pickup - Ernie's Bicycle Shop, 135 Lake Ave NW, Massillon, OH 44647
Start - Ernie's Bicycle Shop, 135 Lake Ave NW, Massillon, OH 44647
Splits
---5K - 1 Mile & 2 Mile
---10K - 2 Mile, 3.5 Mile, & 5.2 Mile
---Half - 2 Mile, 6.5 Mile, 10.4 Mile, & 12.1 Mile
Finish - Ernie's Bicycle Shop, 135 Lake Ave NW, Massillon, OH 44647
PORTA POTTY/TOILETS:
Registration/Start - 0.00 Miles - Male/Female Restrooms & 2 Porta Potty
High Mill Ave Bridge (South Side) - 2.80 (10K/HM) - 1 Porta Potty
Olde Muskingum Trail-Butterbridge Trailhead - 5.65 Mile (HM) & 7.45 Mile (HM) - 1 Porta Potty
Crystal Springs Trailhead - 10.0 Mile (HM) - 1 Porta Potty
Bridgeport Quarry Trailhead - 1.50 (5K) / 4.75 Mile (10K) / 11.65 Mile (HM) - 1 Porta Potty
Finish - Male/Female Restrooms & 2 Porta Potty
WATER STOPS (W), GATORADE (G), & ENERGY GEL (EG):
5K Run/Walk - 1.50 Mile (W)
10K Run/Walk - 2.80 Mile (W) & 4.75 Mile (W)
Half Marathon - 2.80 Mile (W), 5.65 Mile (W/G/EG), 7.45 Mile (W/G/EG), & 11.65 Mile (W)
*GATORADE & ENERGY GEL WILL BE ON THE HALF MARATHON COURSE ONLY!
Our Charity Partner this year is SOLE INSPIRATION [https://soleinspiration.org/], a Northeast Ohio nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide athletic footwear to underprivileged youth who would otherwise not be able to properly participate in team sports. Their hope is to motivate youth by helping them achieve their athletic goals as well as inspiring them to help others in need in the future.
PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE:
One swag item! Long Sleeve Shirt or No Swag Option ($5 Off)! GUARANTEE SWAG BY SUNDAY, MARCH 15!
-Long Sleeve T-Shirt (Adult X-Small to Adult 2X-Large).
-Upgrade to a Hoodie for $25 or Add-on Hoodie for $35 (Adult Small to Adult 2X-Large)
Finisher Medal!
Water Stops, Gatorade, & Energy Gel on Course! GATORADE & ENERGY GEL WILL BE ON THE HALF MARATHON COURSE ONLY!
Snacks & Water at Finish Line!
SCHEDULE:
Sunday, March 29 - Event Day!
7:00 AM - Registration / Pickup Starts
8:20 AM - 5K Run/Walk Starts
8:30 AM - 10K Run & Half Marathon Starts
9:00 AM - 5K Awards
10:00 AM - 10K & Half Marathon Awards
12:00 PM - Course Closed
Awarded:
Half Marathon, 10K, & 5K
Top 3 - Overall Female & Male
Top 1 - Female & Male in the following age groups 9 & Under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, and 80+
EVENT DAY LOCATION:
VIP Parking - Towpath Trail - Lake Ave. Trailhead, 135 Lake Ave NW, Massillon, OH 44647
-LIMITED 40 PARKING SPOTS TO HALF MARATHON ONLY. COST $10 ONLINE PURCHASE ONLY!
Parking Areas
---Reed's Towing, 190 Lake Ave NW, Massillon, OH 44647 - Limited to 80 parking spots
---Custom Car Centre, 1359 3rd St NW, Massillon, OH 44647 - Limited to 40 parking spots
---The Quilting Bea / Atlas Testing Company, 1213 3rd St NW, Massillon, OH 44647 - Limited to 40 parking spots
---Atlas Testing Company, 1213 3rd St NW, Massillon, OH 44647 - Limited to 60 parking spots
---Bounce-A-Roma, 655 3rd St NW, Massillon, OH 44647- Limited to 60 parking spots
Registration/Pickup - Ernie's Bicycle Shop, 135 Lake Ave NW, Massillon, OH 44647
Start - Ernie's Bicycle Shop, 135 Lake Ave NW, Massillon, OH 44647
Splits
---5K - 1 Mile & 2 Mile
---10K - 2 Mile, 3.5 Mile, & 5.2 Mile
---Half - 2 Mile, 6.5 Mile, 10.4 Mile, & 12.1 Mile
Finish - Ernie's Bicycle Shop, 135 Lake Ave NW, Massillon, OH 44647
PORTA POTTY/TOILETS:
Registration/Start - 0.00 Miles - Male/Female Restrooms & 2 Porta Potty
High Mill Ave Bridge (South Side) - 2.80 (10K/HM) - 1 Porta Potty
Olde Muskingum Trail-Butterbridge Trailhead - 5.65 Mile (HM) & 7.45 Mile (HM) - 1 Porta Potty
Crystal Springs Trailhead - 10.0 Mile (HM) - 1 Porta Potty
Bridgeport Quarry Trailhead - 1.50 (5K) / 4.75 Mile (10K) / 11.65 Mile (HM) - 1 Porta Potty
Finish - Male/Female Restrooms & 2 Porta Potty
WATER STOPS (W), GATORADE (G), & ENERGY GEL (EG):
5K Run/Walk - 1.50 Mile (W)
10K Run/Walk - 2.80 Mile (W) & 4.75 Mile (W)
Half Marathon - 2.80 Mile (W), 5.65 Mile (W/G/EG), 7.45 Mile (W/G/EG), & 11.65 Mile (W)
*GATORADE & ENERGY GEL WILL BE ON THE HALF MARATHON COURSE ONLY!
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