The Races Join us for our SECOND YEAR as we continue the legacy of Team Bernard Prince by running to inspire HOPE. Bernard shared his vision, “I want to put on a race to help people that are broken, that have been through trauma.” This event celebrates FAITH, DIVERSITY, and the resilience of ALL ABILITIES and ALL PEOPLE.
Choose your race: ● 5K Run / Walk / Roll ● 1 Mile Run / Walk / Roll ● Kids Fun Run / Walk / Roll
Worship Music Enjoy live worship music at Centennial Plaza before, during, and after the races. The performances will feature talented local artists, led by Jay Secrest of Perry Christian Church, creating an uplifting and spiritual atmosphere throughout the event.
Baptism Opportunity Following the race, we invite you to take part in an outdoor baptism. Inspired by Bernard’s favorite shirt, which read, “Heaven is my Home, I’m just Here Recruiting,” this unique experience reflects his dream of making baptism accessible to everyone who feels called to commit their life to Jesus.
The Backstory Team Bernard Prince was born from a heartfelt conversation in 2022 during a Physical Therapy session. Bernard, battling Kugelberg Welander Syndrome, expressed his dream of becoming a runner and declared, “I’m going to run 10,000 miles as soon as I get to Heaven!” This inspiring story was featured on Cleveland’s Channel 5 News. Watch the 7-minute video that beautifully captures the origins of Team Bernard: CLICK HERE TO WATCH BERNARD'S STORY
Races Offered
Kids Fun Run/Walk/Roll
Jul 18, 2026
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0.5K
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07:40
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$0.00
Adult 5K Run/Walk/Roll
Jul 18, 2026
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5K
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08:00
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$25.00
Student 5K Run/Walk/Roll
Jul 18, 2026
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5K
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08:00
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$15.00
Family 1 Mile Walk/Roll
Jul 18, 2026
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1 Miles
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08:02
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$10.00
Weather History
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for July in Canton.
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18.7° / 29.2°
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19.4° / 29.3°
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Avg sunshine hours
12h 0m
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Avg rainfall
3.0 mm
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Avg wind speed
9.2 km/h (Light breeze)
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Sweat loss rate
High
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Course conditions
Hard and dry surface
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Max UV Index
Very High (8.0)
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Humidity
70.6%
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Sunrise
06:08
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Sunset
20:53
About Canton
Learn more about the host city, Canton.
Canton is a mid-sized city in Stark County, Northeast Ohio. It is best known as the birthplace of professional American football, since the Canton Bulldogs were the first professional football team.
