Events
Veteran Registration - 5K Run / Walk
Sorry! This event is full. Registration ends November 8, 2025 at 11:59pm EST
Adult 5K Run/Walk
Sorry! This event is full. Registration ends November 8, 2025 at 11:59pm EST
Student 5K Run/Walk
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Memorial Mile Walk
Sorry! This event is full. Registration ends November 8, 2025 at 11:59pm EST
Place
Canton, OH US 44721
Description
WOW! We are so appreciative to those who registered before we SOLD OUT. Thank YOU for your support. We wish we could accommodate more participants, but we have hit our shirt, bib, and medal limit. We WELCOME all to come out and cheer for our Vets on Race Day.
🇺🇸 Come Join Us!
Join us on Sunday, November 9, 2025, at Plain Township Memorial Park for the CANTON RUCK RUN 5K!
Whether you ruck, run, or walk, this event is a powerful way to show gratitude to the brave men and women who’ve served our country. Bring your family, friends, and teammates to move with purpose—all while honoring those who’ve sacrificed for our freedom.
💙 Proceeds directly benefit local veterans’ charities.
🎖️ Every step is in honor of our heroes.
Beneficiaries
Proceeds from this event will support:
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SAM Center
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Honor Home
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Other local veteran organizations
T-Shirts
Event T-shirts are available for participants who register by Friday, October 24.
👉 No T-shirts will be available after this date.
Medals
All race finishers will receive a unique 2025 Ruck Run 5K medal as a keepsake of your achievement and support.
Socials
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Tribute Signs
Tribute Signs are a way to thank those special veterans in your life (or to show your organization's support). Please be sure to enter your veteran's name and indicate which branch of the service they served. Each sign is $30, with proceeds benefiting Honor Home, SAM Center, and other local veterans' organizations. Last Day for purchase is November 1st.
Note: Tribute Signs purchases for organizations should email their logos to ruckrun5kohio@gmail.com.
All signs will be featured at the start of the course. You are then welcome to take the sign with you at the conclusion of the race. Thank you for your support!
Packet Pickup
Early Packet Pickup
📍 Spade Wellness Studio
2719 Fulton Drive NW, Suite B, Canton, OH 44718
🕒 Thursday, November 6 | 3:00–7:00 PM
Race Day Onsite Packet Pickup
📍 Plain Township Memorial Park – Command Center Tent
1714 Schneider St NE, Canton, OH 44721
🕖 Sunday, November 9 | 7:00–8:00 AM
Course Map

Proposed Course. Final route will be published on September 1st.
Race Contact Info
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