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Sunday, March 21st, 2027
Ernie's Bicycle Shop, Massillon OH
Half · 10K · 5K
32–52°F · some rain risk
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2026
35–57°F
dry
2025
25–50°F
dry
2024
21–37°F
dry
2023
27–54°F
dry
2022
37–64°F
dry
2021
30–61°F
dry
2020
27–38°F
dry
2019
37–49°F
dry
2018
28–35°F
rain
2017
37–56°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
Come out and join us for a fun festive 1/2 Marathon, 10K, and 5K!
The event is on Sunday, March 21, 2027, starting at 8:20 AM (5K) & 8:30 AM (10K/Half) by the Towpath Trail - Lake Ave. Trailhead. The Half 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.
All distances have a 3.5 hour cut-off.
All participants receive a long-sleeve shirt, or select "no shirt" for $5 off. Register by March 7 to guarantee your size. Upgrade to a hoodie for $25. Images coming soon!
All finishers receive a beautiful finisher medal. Image coming soon!
We need volunteers to make sure the event runs smoothly! If you can't participate or have friends or family who can help, please click here to sign-up!
Awards:
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+
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