Pigskin Classic

NOV

28

2026

Run for your team at the Pigskin Classic 5K in Cleveland. This event features a team competition between OSU and Michigan fans, followed by a watch party for the big game. Stay after the race for the Longest Throw contest and festivities at Dive Bar.

Sat 28 Nov 2026

Cleveland, Ohio

Registration

5 kilometers

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Event Overview

The Pigskin Classic is a 5K running event in Cleveland. The race takes place on Saturday, November 28, 2026.

Race Details

The event is centered around the annual college football rivalry game between Ohio State University and the University of Michigan. Participants can declare their team affiliation (OSU or Michigan), and the team with the fastest average finishing time among its runners is declared the winner of the Pigskin Classic competition.

Associated Activities

A Longest Throw Competition is held with separate divisions for men and women. A post-race watch party is held at Dive Bar on West 6th Street, where participants can watch the Ohio State vs. Michigan football game. A cash bar is available at the party.

Location and Registration

The race day packet pickup and registration location is inside the Dive Bar at 1214 West 6th Street in Cleveland. The registration fee for the 5K run is $30. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km