Portage APL Barktober 5K & 1-Mile 2026 — Rootstown, OH

Date
October 10, 2026
Location
Rootstown, OH
Venue
4104 Case Ave.
Start Time
11:00 AM
Entry Fee
$30.00 – $35.00
Events
1-Mile, 5K, Virtual 1-Mile, Virtual 5K
Includes
T-Shirt
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The race takes place at Rootstown Community Park/Gracie Fields (4104 Case Ave. Rootstown, Ohio 44272). - The 5K starts at 11:00 am with the 1-Mile immediately following. - The 5K is professionally chip-timed by GCXC Racing - Youngstown. - fall photos with your pets with cornstalks and pumpkins. - Awards: Top overall male, female and canine; Overall 2, 3 place finishers male and female.

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Portage APL Barktober 5K & 1-Mile 2026 — Rootstown, OH

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