Up, Up & Away 5K

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Sat. 7/26/2025, 8 a.m.

Don't miss the chance to experience the excitement and beauty of the Kent State University at Stark campus, while hot air balloons float in the sky (weather permitting), on Saturday morning, July 26, for our UP, UP & AWAY 5K presented by OrthoUnited. This event is for both serious and casual runners and walkers.

Following the 5K run, at 8:50 am, there will be a FREE KIDS FUN RUN. This is a non-competitive fun run for children ages 8 & under. This race is all about fun and friends while teaching them the importance of exercise and fitness! Waiver MUST be signed by parent/guardian.

Registration link will be available soon.

Schedule

Friday, July 25 - Packet Pickup
3:30 - 7:30 PM at OrthoUnited - Spectrum Campus, 7442 Frank Ave NW, North Canton, OH 44720

Saturday, July 26 at Kent State University at Stark
6:50 am - Packet Pickup/Registration
8:00 am – Up, Up & Away 5K presented by OrthoUnited

5K Run/Walk:

-Finisher medals (You need to register early to guarantee your race keepsake)
-Top 3 Male and Female overall
-Top 3 Male and Female in each category: 12 & under; 13-15; 16-19; 20-24; 25-29; 30-34; 35-39; 40-44; 45-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; 65-69; 70-74; 75-79; 80-84; 85 & over