The Iron Pickle 5K Is On the Move! 🥒🏃♂️💥
The race that started it all in Canton is gearing up to hit the road. The Iron Pickle 5K is coming to a city near you—bringing big energy, bigger fun, and our signature pickle-powered spirit everywhere we go.
We’re expanding, growing, and brining new communities into the world of The Iron Pickle. Whether you’re a seasoned runner, a casual walker, or a die-hard pickle lover, you won’t want to miss what’s coming next.
🍈 New cities.
🍈 New routes.
🍈 Same iconic Iron Pickle grit.
Check back soon for updates, announcements, and the reveal of our next race locations.
Your next pickle adventure could be right around the corner.
Canton Pickle Fest 5k
The Iron Pickle 5K
Saturday, June 21, 2025
Race Start: 9:00 AM
Monument Park, Canton
Presented by Canton Pickle Fest
Sponsored by
The Crazy Cucumber and Bob’s Pickle Pops
Start/Finish at Monument Park – Canton, OH
Proud Participant in the Ohio Race Challenge Series!
Join us for what’s sure to become Canton’s
most dill-lightful summer tradition! Run, walk, or waddle your way through a scenic 5K course winding through three city parks and along the beautiful West Branch Trail.
🎽 All participants that register before June 1 get a race tee, bib, and Canton Pickle Fest 5k medal
TSHIRT SIZES NOT PROMISED AFTER
JUNE 1 REGISTRATION
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Canton Pickle Fest 5K
URGENT UPDATE STAY TUNED
DUE TO UNFORSEEN CONFLICTING EVENTS AT THE MONUMENT MUSEUM- THE RACE ROUTE HAS CHANGED AND STARTS AT MCKINLEY HIGH SCHOOL
PARK AT THE HIGHSCHOOL OR STADIUM PARK PARKING LOT THE START AND END ARE NO LONGER AT THE SAME POINT EITHER
WE APOLOGIZE- STAY TUNED AND DOWNLOAD THE RACEPENGUIN APP FOR REAL TIME UPDATES, TO TRACK YOUR RUNNERS AND CHECK YOUR RESULTS.
The Iron Pickle – Optional Add-On ($5)
Go the extra briny mile! Sign up for The Iron Pickle at registration and carry a container of Crazy Cucumber pickles or a giant inflatable pickle(SOLD OUT OF INFLATED) for the entire race.
• Finish while carrying your pickle to earn a second exclusive Iron Pickle medal
• Only 400 Iron Pickle spots available
• Yes, you keep the pickles 😎
RACE SOLD OUT
BASIC RACE PACKAGE AVAILABLE FOR 30$
NO SHIRT NO MEDAL
💧 On the Course
• 1 water station on the route.
• Live timing provided
• Race organized and managed by Race Penguin
📅 Schedule
Race Day – Saturday, June 21
📍 Check-in & Registration: 7:30–8:50 AM
📍 Race Start: 9:00 AM
📍 Awards: 11:00 AM @ Centennial Plaza Stage
📍 Canton Pickle Fest: 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
🏆 Awards & Prizes
• Top finishers recognized on stage
• Most awards will be mailed out after the race and festival.
• Best Dressed Pickle Contest for the boldest costume or most creative outfit!
🥫 Food Drive
Bring 2 non-perishable food items to registration and get a thank-you sticker! All donations go to the Stark Hunger Task Force. You can also bring your canned goods to their booth at the Canton Pickle Fest after the race and before the awards. The are located on 3rd near the YMCA parking lot.
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Registration Fees
Canton Pickle Fest 5K
• $35 – May 16 to June 20
• $30 – Race Day
The Iron Pickle Add-On
• $5 – Inflated Pickle Option- Sold Out
$5 - Crazy Cucumber Pickles- some available to
late registrants
🎽 T-Shirt Guarantee Deadline:
Register by June 1 to receive your race tee!
VIRTUAL RACE OPTION IS AVAILABLE
👟 Run it. 🥒 Carry it. 🎉 Celebrate it.
Join us at the starting line—and kick off summer at Canton Pickle Fest!
