Iron Pickle 5K
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Iron Pickle 5K : Canton Pickle Fest
The Iron Pickle 5K takes place at the Stark County Fairgrounds in Canton, Ohio. The event includes multiple race options and a festival on the same site the same day. Registration options and fees vary by event.
Distances offered:
- 200 yards Little Pickle Dash
- 5K The Iron Pickle 5K Run/Walk
- 5K The Iron Pickle 5K Virtual
The Iron Pickle Challenge is an add-on where participants carry either a jar of pickles from Crazy Cucumber or a giant inflatable pickle across the finish line and receive a bonus Iron Pickle Award. All finishers receive an Iron Pickle medal. Virtual participants receive a shirt and medal; virtual entries cannot include the pickle add-on and are not included in overall or age group awards. Virtual packets will be mailed by June 5.
T-shirts are available in youth sizes and adult sizes up to 2X with a $5 discount for opting out of a shirt. Shirt availability is limited after May 11. Awards include top three overall male and female finishers and top three in age groups spanning 14 and under through 80 plus. Age group winners receive an Iron Pickle certificate. Best Dressed honors recognize a creative pickle costume. Volunteer roles include packet pickup, water stations, and finish line assistance; volunteers will receive pickles as a thank you.
The event location is Stark County Fairgrounds, 305 Wertz Ave NW, Canton, OH 44708. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
