The Iron Pickle 5k presented by Canton Pickle Fest
- Date Sat 30th May 2026
- Time 7:45AM EDT
- Location Canton, Ohio
- Price $28.95 - $44.95
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for a pickle-packed adventure at The Iron Pickle 5K, taking place on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at the Stark County Fairgrounds in Canton, Ohio! This vibrant event promises a unique running experience with a 5K run/walk option and the exciting Iron Pickle Challenge. Participants can choose to carry a jar of pickles or a giant inflatable pickle across the finish line, competing for bragging rights and a one-of-a-kind Iron Pickle Award.
Join the festivities starting with pre-packet pickup on May 29, and don’t miss the Little Pickle Dash for kids on race day! The fun continues after the race with the Canton Pickle Fest, featuring over 30 pickle-themed food vendors, live entertainment, and a variety of pickle-inspired activities. With awards for the top finishers and a Best Dressed contest, this isn’t just any 5K—it’s a celebration of community and fun! Whether you run in person or join virtually from anywhere between May 30 and June 30, 2026, the Iron Pickle 5K is sure to be a memorable event for all pickle lovers and running enthusiasts alike!
Join the festivities starting with pre-packet pickup on May 29, and don’t miss the Little Pickle Dash for kids on race day! The fun continues after the race with the Canton Pickle Fest, featuring over 30 pickle-themed food vendors, live entertainment, and a variety of pickle-inspired activities. With awards for the top finishers and a Best Dressed contest, this isn’t just any 5K—it’s a celebration of community and fun! Whether you run in person or join virtually from anywhere between May 30 and June 30, 2026, the Iron Pickle 5K is sure to be a memorable event for all pickle lovers and running enthusiasts alike!
Organiser's Description
female sign 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 LHG Productions | Timed by RacePenguin
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 at any time between May 30-June 30, 2026. You complete a 5K distance and submit your time! If your joining the Iron Pickle Challenge the add-ons jar of pickles will have plastic pickles. PLEASE KNOW YOUR VIRTUAL DOESN'T INCLUDE THE RESULTS IN THE OVERALL OR AGE GROUP AWARDS. YOU DO HOWEVER GET AN AWESOME SHIRT & MEDAL FOR JOINING US!
For virtual participants your packet will be sent out by Friday, June 5.
_Submit Your Virtual Results:_
Submit Your Time! [https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/180540]
VOLUNTEER:
Were looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help make this years 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 AND IF YOU'D LIKE TO PARTICIPATE THIS YEAR (PARTIAL REFUND AFTER THE EVENT) OR NEXT YEAR EVENT (EMAIL COUPON WHEN NEXT YEAR IS OPEN) YOUR GET A $10 DISCOUNT AS AS A THANK-YOU!
If you would like to volunteer at our event to help it run smoothly, or know someone else who does, please go to this link volunteer page [https://runsignup.com/Race/Volunteer/OH/Canton/CantonPickleFestPresentsTheIronPickle5k] to signup today!
SHIRTS:
Our 5K we offer t-shirt sizes Youth Small to Large and Adult Small to 2X-Large, plus we have $5 discount for a no shirt option. For the Little Pickle Dash only Youth Small to Large, plus we have $5 discount for a no shirt option.
T-SHIRTS WILL BE LIMITED AFTER MAY 11 WITH LIMITED SELECTIONS!
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
_FRIDAY, MAY 29: PRE-PACKET PICKUP_
4:00-6:00 PM - At the Fairgrounds, Exhibition Building
_SATURDAY, MAY 30 - RACE DAY_
7:00-8:00 AM - Packet Pickup
7:45 AM - Little Pickle Dash Starts - 200 Yards - Untimed Event!
8:00 AM - 5K Run/Walk Starts
9:15 AM - Awards Ceremony
10:00 AM - Canton Pickle Fest starts and ends at 6pm.
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!
Admission is free (parking is $2). Run the race and get early access to Cantons most popular pickle event of the year!
THIS ISNT YOUR ORDINARY 5K ITS A PICKLE-PACKED, FUN-FILLED RUN WITH ELECTROLYTES IN EVERY STEP!
WELCOME TO THE IRON PICKLE 5K!
FEMALE SIGN RUN. PICKLE. PARTY.
Starts & Finishes in Stark County Fairgrounds in Canton, OH
Presented by Canton Pickle Fest | Organized by LHG Productions | Timed by RacePenguin
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 at any time between May 30-June 30, 2026. You complete a 5K distance and submit your time! If your joining the Iron Pickle Challenge the add-ons jar of pickles will have plastic pickles. PLEASE KNOW YOUR VIRTUAL DOESN'T INCLUDE THE RESULTS IN THE OVERALL OR AGE GROUP AWARDS. YOU DO HOWEVER GET AN AWESOME SHIRT & MEDAL FOR JOINING US!
For virtual participants your packet will be sent out by Friday, June 5.
_Submit Your Virtual Results:_
Submit Your Time! [https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/180540]
VOLUNTEER:
Were looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help make this years 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 AND IF YOU'D LIKE TO PARTICIPATE THIS YEAR (PARTIAL REFUND AFTER THE EVENT) OR NEXT YEAR EVENT (EMAIL COUPON WHEN NEXT YEAR IS OPEN) YOUR GET A $10 DISCOUNT AS AS A THANK-YOU!
If you would like to volunteer at our event to help it run smoothly, or know someone else who does, please go to this link volunteer page [https://runsignup.com/Race/Volunteer/OH/Canton/CantonPickleFestPresentsTheIronPickle5k] to signup today!
SHIRTS:
Our 5K we offer t-shirt sizes Youth Small to Large and Adult Small to 2X-Large, plus we have $5 discount for a no shirt option. For the Little Pickle Dash only Youth Small to Large, plus we have $5 discount for a no shirt option.
T-SHIRTS WILL BE LIMITED AFTER MAY 11 WITH LIMITED SELECTIONS!
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
_FRIDAY, MAY 29: PRE-PACKET PICKUP_
4:00-6:00 PM - At the Fairgrounds, Exhibition Building
_SATURDAY, MAY 30 - RACE DAY_
7:00-8:00 AM - Packet Pickup
7:45 AM - Little Pickle Dash Starts - 200 Yards - Untimed Event!
8:00 AM - 5K Run/Walk Starts
9:15 AM - Awards Ceremony
10:00 AM - Canton Pickle Fest starts and ends at 6pm.
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!
Admission is free (parking is $2). Run the race and get early access to Cantons most popular pickle event of the year!
THIS ISNT YOUR ORDINARY 5K ITS A PICKLE-PACKED, FUN-FILLED RUN WITH ELECTROLYTES IN EVERY STEP!
WELCOME TO THE IRON PICKLE 5K!
FEMALE SIGN RUN. PICKLE. PARTY.
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