2026 Made in Ohio Half

The 2026 Made in Ohio Half takes place on Sunday, March 29, 2026, in Massillon, Ohio, along the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail. The event will have a start and finish at Ernie's Bicycle Shop, located at 135 Lake Ave NW, Massillon, OH 44647. On this date, Massillon is expected to have partly cloudy skies with temperatures ranging between 40°F and 52°F, creating ideal conditions for a mixed-terrain run. Participants can expect a scenic course that includes rolling hills and a packed gravel/crushed limestone surface, offering a unique challenge and a connection to the region's natural and historical landscapes. The event includes three distances: a Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K, each with distinct start times and course features.

What distances are available for this event?

• →5K Run/Walk starting at 8:20 AM EDT
• →10K Run starting at 8:30 AM EDT
• →Half Marathon starting at 8:30 AM EDT

How much does registration cost?

• →Half Marathon: $65
• →10K Run: $60
• →5K Run/Walk: $45

What is the time limit for the event?

• →Participants have 3.5 hours to complete the event.

What is the course like for the 5K Run/Walk?

• →The 5K is a flat, fast out-and-back course on the Towpath, finishing at the Lake Avenue Trailhead.

What is the course like for the Half Marathon and 10K?

• →The Half Marathon and 10K course features rolling hills for the first 3 miles, followed by a flat, fast Towpath finish returning to the Lake Avenue Trailhead.

What are the key course markers for the event?

• →5K Splits: 1 Mile, 2 Mile
• →10K Splits: 2 Mile, 3.5 Mile, 5.2 Mile
• →Half Marathon Splits: 2 Mile, 6.5 Mile, 10.4 Mile, 12.1 Mile

Where are the aid stations located?

• →5K: Water at 1.50 Mile
• →10K: Water at 2.80 Mile & 4.75 Mile
• →Half Marathon: Water at 2.80 Mile; Water/Gatorade/Energy Gel at 5.65 Mile & 7.45 Mile; Water at 11.65 Mile

Where are the restrooms located during the event?

• →Registration/Start
• →High Mill Ave Bridge (2.80 mi)
• →Olde Muskingum Trail-Butterbridge Trailhead (5.65/7.45 mi HM)
• →Crystal Springs Trailhead (10.0 mi HM)
• →Bridgeport Quarry Trailhead (1.50/4.75/11.65 mi)
• →Finish

What is included in the participant perks?

• →Finisher Medal
• →Swag: Long Sleeve T-Shirt (Adult XS-2XL) OR No Swag Option ($5 discount)
• →Hoodie upgrade: +$25 or add-on for $35 (Adult S-2XL)
• →Post-race snacks & water at finish line

What awards are given out at the event?

• →Top 3 Overall Male & Female for Half, 10K, and 5K
• →Top 1 Male & Female in age groups: 9 & Under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+

What is the event day schedule?

• →7:00 AM – Registration & Packet Pickup Opens
• →8:20 AM – 5K Start
• →8:30 AM – 10K & Half Marathon Start
• →9:00 AM – 5K Awards
• →10:00 AM – 10K & Half Marathon Awards
• →12:00 PM – Course Closes

What is the course map for the event?

• →The course map can be viewed at Visit Website ↗.

What is the charity partner for the event?

• →The charity partner is Sole Inspiration, a Northeast Ohio nonprofit providing athletic footwear to underprivileged youth.