Up, Up, and Away 5K is a running race held in North Canton, Ohio on July 25, 2026, at Kent State Stark. The event offers two distances: a 400-yard option and a full 5K. With a typical start time of 8:15 AM, early risers can plan accordingly. Entry fees range from free to $42.00 depending on your registration choice. This is a straightforward local race option for runners of varying abilities looking to compete or participate in the North Canton area.
From the Race Organizer
Don't miss the chance to experience the excitement and beauty of the Kent State University at Stark campus, while hot air balloons float in the sky (weather permitting), on Saturday morning, July 25, for our UP, UP & AWAY 5K presented by OrthoUnited. This event is for both serious and casual runners and walkers. Following the 5K run, at approximately 9:15 am, there will be a FREE KIDS FUN RUN of 1000 feet dash near the finish line. This is a non-competitive (untimed event) fun run for children ages 8 & under. We'll have two age group runs, first ages 6-8 followed by 5 and under. This race is all about fun and friends while teaching them the importance of exercise and fitness! Parent/guardian can participant, but don't need to signup for the Fun Run. Waiver MUST be signed by parent/guardian! Schedule: Friday, July 24 at OrthoUnited OMNI Campus 4760 Belpar Street Northwest, Canton, OH 44718 3:30 - 7:30 PM – Packet Pickup Saturday, July 25 at Kent State University at Stark 6000 Frank Avenue Northwest, North Canton, OH 44720 6:30 am – Packet Pickup/Registration 7:40 am - Pre-Race Stretch with the OrthoUnited team 8:15 am – Up, Up & Away 5K presented by OrthoUnited 9:15 am – Kids Fun Run (Approximately) 9:30 am – Awards Awards 5K Run/Walk: -Finisher medals (You need to register early to guarantee your race keepsake) -Top 3 Male and Female overall -Top 3 Male and Female in each category: 12 & under; 13-15; 16-19; 20-24; 25-29; 30-34; 35-39; 40-44; 45-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; 65-69; 70-74; 75-79; 80-84; 85 & over Shirt Size: Registration does NOT guarantee a shirt after July 8, shirt sizes will be limited! 5K Run/Walk: Short sleeve athletic t-shirts in X-Small to 3X-Large is included with your registration. We offer a $5 discount for a no shirt option! Free Kids Fun Run: Short sleeve athletic t-shirts in Youth X-Small to X-Large is included with your registration.
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for July 25.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to North Canton, 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
When is Up, Up, and Away 5k 2026 — North Canton, OH?
Up, Up, and Away 5k 2026 — North Canton, OH takes place on July 25, 2026. The race is held in North Canton, Ohio.
Where is Up, Up, and Away 5k 2026 — North Canton, OH held?
Up, Up, and Away 5k 2026 — North Canton, OH is held at Kent State Stark in North Canton, Ohio.
Where can I find hotels near Up, Up, and Away 5k 2026 — North Canton, OH?
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