In-Person and virtual options available; registration now open
CANTON, OHIO – The Pro Football Hall of Fame and Run to You Racing are bringing a new race series to Canton featuring a 5K, 6K, 10K and a Half Marathon.
Dubbed the Pro Football Hall of Fame Race Series, the events beginning in 2024 will include four run/walk races that aim to improve the health, wellness and fitness around the area. Each event will be staged on courses through different parts of Canton, including the Pro Football Hall of Fame, the Hall of Fame Village, downtown Canton, Stadium Park, Centennial Plaza and several neighborhoods.
“The Hall of Fame is truly excited to bring this type of event to Canton,” said Jim Porter, president of the Pro Football Hall of Fame. “For those making the trip to Canton, I have no doubt that during the Race Series each participant will experience what makes Canton so great.”
The Race Series kicks off in late April 2024 and will conclude with a two-day event at the end of August in downtown Canton.
“We are excited to produce a truly unique race series that blends the best of in-person and virtual events, offering options for participants of all ages and abilities here in Canton and around the country,” said Jim Chaney, Executive Director for Run to You Racing.
2024 Pro Football Hall of Fame Race Series:
• April 21, 2024: Training Camp 10K, Downtown Canton
• June 16, 2024: Father’s Day 5K, Pro Football Hall of Fame
• August 24, 2024: Kickoff 6K, Downtown Canton
• August 25, 2024: Pro Football Hall of Fame Half Marathon, Downtown Canton
The combined distances of the four races equals 26.2 miles – the length of a full marathon.
All four races in the series will provide both an in-person and a virtual option – allowing participants to run in-person in Canton, virtually in their city or a combination of the two. All participants will receive event shirts and finisher medals.
All ages and abilities are welcome with race divisions for runners and walkers.
Registration for the Pro Football Hall of Fame Race Series is open, and the first 100 series participants to register will receive a special incentive. For more information on the four races and to register, visit www.HallofFameRun.com.
Each event also will feature a comprehensive training program to prepare individuals for the respective races.
ABOUT THE PRO FOOTBALL HALL OF FAME
Located in Canton, Ohio, the birthplace of the National Football League, the Pro Football Hall of Fame is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit institution with the Mission to Honor the Greatest of the Game, Preserve its History, Promote its Values, & Celebrate Excellence Together.
The Pro Football Hall of Fame is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums. AAM accreditation is national recognition for the museum’s commitment to excellence and the highest professional standards of museum operation and public service.
Hundreds of thousands of fans from across the globe travel to Canton annually to experience an inspirational, interactive museum that chronicles America’s most popular sport. Fans can also enjoy the Hall of Fame Store at the Hall, and online at www.profootballhof.com/store, for merchandise from all 32 NFL clubs plus the Hall of Fame. Proceeds from the Store support the Hall’s Mission. Gridiron Glory Myrtle Beach gives fans another opportunity to experience “The Best of the Pro Football Hall of Fame.” For more information, go to HOFMyrtleBeach.com.
Construction on Hall of Fame Village, a mixed-use development project, is under way in Canton to transform the Hall of Fame’s campus.
ABOUT RUN TO YOU RACING
Run to You Racing provides Nationally Recognized Event Management Services within the running industry, providing a high touch personalized running experience for its participants that benefits the community at large.
