
Hall of Fame Half Marathon/Relay - Pro Football Hall of Fame Race Series
The Pro Football Hall of Fame Half Marathon offers a fast, flat course for football fans in Canton, Ohio.
Race Date
Aug 23, 2026
Location
Canton, OH
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, August 23, 2026
- Location
- Canton, Ohio
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 13.1 Miles
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 1,404
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Pro Football Hall of Fame Half Marathon and Relay Series in Canton, Ohio, offers a unique experience for football enthusiasts and runners alike. Now in its third year, the event has seen growing participation, with recent editions drawing around 1,117 finishers from approximately 23 states.
The course is noted for its fast and flat profile, making it a potential personal best course. Runners will pass by the Pro Football Hall of Fame entrance around mile four, offering a scenic nod to the sport. The route winds through downtown Canton, with police ensuring clear intersections for a smooth race day.
While the event aims to foster community health and fitness, some participants have noted issues with medal delivery and limited crowd support. However, the series, produced by Run to You Racing, aims for quality, offering a technical t-shirt and a finisher medal, with pace leaders available to assist runners in achieving their goals.
Race-provided description
Welcome to Year THREE of the Pro Football Hall of Fame Race Series HALL OF FAME HALF MARATHON & TEAM RELAY
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS Pace Leaders at ALL events to help you get your PR Age Groups extended to 85+ RACE MORNING PICKUP FOR ALL EVENTS + ADVANCED PICKUP AWARDS - Medals will be awarded to those who cross the finish line. In addition, there will be overall and age group prizes and special prizes for all The 3 Person Team Relay, which will be run at the same time as the Half Marathon. FINAL Relay Leg Distances announced soon! Each leg is FAST AND provides an activity for runners who do not want to take on the Half Marathon. All team members will receive our famous Finisher RING Medal. EVENT SWAG - The Half Marathon & Team Relay will feature a short sleeve unisex shirt HALF / RELAY PACE TEAM TIMES - 1:30 / 1:35 / 1:40 / 1:45 / 1:50 / 1:55 / 2:00 / 2:10 / 2:20 / 2:30 / 2:45 / 3:00 The Pro Football Hall of Fame Race Series is a community wide effort to improve the health, wellness, and fitness of the Canton area through running and walking. The Race Series will feature four unique events throughout the year that are family friendly and welcome participants of all ages and abilities. The Race Series kicks off in late April 2025 and will conclude with a two-day event at the end of August in downtown Canton. The series is produced by Run to You Racing, which means you can expect a quality event with great race swag!
Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, August 23, 2026
Start Time
6:30 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
2121 George Hallas Dr NW, Canton, OH, 44708
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Urban
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
Solid Pick602 years running
~981 finishers a year
growing or steady
33% returning runners
5 timing sources
runners from 23 states
winner 1:11:59
typical high 81°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
62°
Afternoon (High)
81°
Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration
0.1"
Precipitation
9 mph
Wind
74%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 1,404 finishers actually crossed the line across 2 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
1,404
Median time
2:17:38
Latest turnout
559
States
33
Turnout by year
2024–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Hall of Fame Half Marathon/Relay - Pro Football Hall of Fame Race Series?
The Hall of Fame Half Marathon/Relay - Pro Football Hall of Fame Race Series is held on Sunday, August 23, 2026, starting at 6:30 AM.
Where does the Hall of Fame Half Marathon/Relay - Pro Football Hall of Fame Race Series take place?
It takes place in Canton, Ohio.
What distances does the Hall of Fame Half Marathon/Relay - Pro Football Hall of Fame Race Series offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 13.1 Miles.
Is the Hall of Fame Half Marathon/Relay - Pro Football Hall of Fame Race Series course flat and good for a PR?
The Hall of Fame Half Marathon/Relay - Pro Football Hall of Fame Race Series is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the Hall of Fame Half Marathon/Relay - Pro Football Hall of Fame Race Series?
HalfRuns has finish records for 1,404 runners who have completed the Hall of Fame Half Marathon/Relay - Pro Football Hall of Fame Race Series.
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