The route is on the flat, paved city streets of Delphos and Stadium Park along the historic Miami-Erie Canal. Along the 3.1 mile course you'll learn interesting facts about the waterway so you'll learn while you burn. The race starts and ends in front of the firehouse located on Second St with refreshments provided after you walk/run. Stick around town for the "Under The Big Top" parade which begins at 2 pm. Registration to guarantee a t-shirt ends on Sep 10th. Race day registration and check in begins at 8 am. You have the option at registration for the t-shirt option or no t-shirt which is cheaper. Awards of the much coveted Official Canal Days 5K mug to the top 3 finishers in each age bracket and a first place award to the fastest male and female to cross the finish line.
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for September 20.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Delphos, OH.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
