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Saturday, October 10th, 2026
4104 Case Ave., Rootstown OH
1 Mile · 5K
50–67°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 0 of the last 10 years
2025
40–65°F
dry
2024
43–61°F
dry
2023
42–56°F
dry
2022
45–66°F
dry
2021
59–76°F
dry
2020
60–75°F
dry
2019
48–71°F
dry
2018
68–80°F
dry
2017
60–75°F
dry
2016
42–60°F
dry
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About this race
Race Location
The race takes place at Rootstown Community Park/Gracie Fields (4104 Case Ave. Rootstown, Ohio 44272).
Race Schedule
- 5K Start Time: 11:00 am with the 1-Mile immediately following.
Timing and Photos
- Chip Timing: The 5K is professionally chip-timed by GCXC Racing - Youngstown.
- Photo Opportunities: Fall photos with your pets with cornstalks and pumpkins.
Awards
- Top Awards: Top overall male, female and canine.
- Additional Awards: Overall 2nd and 3rd place finishers male and female.
More Information
For more details and registration, visit the official race page: Barktober 5K & 1-Mile.
Course map
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