The Big Hoopla 6k
Dayton, OH
Sun, Mar 14, 2027
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Sunday, March 14th, 2027
Wright State University Student Union, Dayton OH
32–52°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2026
32–47°F
dry
2025
47–73°F
dry
2024
51–69°F
rain
2023
24–34°F
dry
2022
34–60°F
dry
2021
31–53°F
dry
2020
33–41°F
rain
2019
54–70°F
rain
2018
22–38°F
dry
2017
18–30°F
dry
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Race-day forecast says layers
32°F at the start.
Gloves, ear warmers, throwaway layers, hand warmers — delivered before race day.
About this race
When it comes to college basketball, THE ROAD STARTS HERE! Dayton, Ohio has been host to the annual NCAA First Four for years. Now, with the expanded NCAA tournament field, Dayton will host 6 games... thus, 6k instead of 4-miler for 2027!
As in prior years, the Big Hoopla in Dayton is about more than just basketball; it's severall days of activities, and we tip off all the fun with the Big Hoopla 6k on Selection Sunday, March 14, 2027. For 2027, the Big Hoopla race along with the STEM Challenge returns to Wright State University.
All participants receive a super soft tech tee, custom finisher medal and lots of post-race food. So, grab a friend or family member and come celebrate the excitement of March Madness with us at the Big Hoopla 6k!
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