Mother of All Races

MAY
9
2026
This 18th annual event offers a 10K run and a 5K run/walk, starting and finishing at Northwest High School in Canal Fulton. It is a fundraiser organized by the local Rotary Club. Special pricing is available for mother/child teams.
Sat 9 May 2026
10 kilometers 5 kilometers

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Event Overview

The Mother of All Races is an 18th annual event featuring a 10K Run and a 5K Run/Walk. It is organized by the Rotary Club of Canal Fulton, which states the event is a major fundraiser supporting individuals in need and community programs. Over 90 percent of the Rotary's funding from this event is distributed within the community.

Distances

  • 10K Run
  • 5K Run/Walk
  • 5K Competitive Walk

All events start and finish at Northwest High School in Canal Fulton, Ohio.

Pricing and Teams

Registration prices range from $30.00 to $57.50. A $5 discount is offered for a two-person team of mother/daughter or mother/son. A discount is also available for participants who choose a no-shirt registration option.

Participant Shirts

A gender-specific short sleeve performance t-shirt is included with registration. For an additional fee, participants can choose a unisex long sleeve t-shirt or a hooded sweatshirt instead.

Course

The race route goes through the historic downtown area of Canal Fulton and along the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath.

Awards

Awards are given in several categories, including top overall individuals and teams, and top finishers in various age groups for the 10K, 5K Run/Walk, and 5K Competitive Walk.

Additional Information

Pre-race packet pickup is available at Northwest Field House on the day before the event. Race registrations are noted as non-refundable and non-transferable. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

10 km
10k Run
5 km
5k Competitive Walk
5 km
5k Run - 2 Person Team
5 km
5k Run/walk