The Choose Joy for Melina 5K

The Choose Joy for Melina 5K

This year we are COMBINING two of our favorite events, the CHOOSE JOY on the Green and our 5K! An in-person 5K, a Virtual option, and all the kid's fun! Help us fight for a cure for pediatric brain tumors. Join us for the 6th annual "Choose Joy for Melina 5K and MORE", presented by the Melina Michelle Edenfield Foundation.

In-Person 5K: Sunday, September 14th, 2025, at Canfield High School (100 Cardinal Drive, Canfield, Ohio 44406). Packet Pick-Up & Race Day Registration: 2:00pm-3:15pm. 5K start: 3:30pm.

Kids Fun Run (Ages 8 & Under): Sunday, September 14th, 2025, at 5:00pm. The 400 Meter Kids Fun Run is free and is one lap on the track.

Virtual 5K: September 14th, 2025, through October 14th, 2025. Packets may be shipped for $10 or participants can pick up their packets on Saturday, September 13th from 10:00am-12:00pm at the Hampton Inn Canfield (6690 Ironwood Blvd, Canfield, Ohio 44406). Virtual participants can submit their time to [email protected] or they can upload times through this website.

Choose Joy Day: The free kids' event will take place from 2:00pm-6:00pm and open to all racers, guests, and everyone who is CHOOSING JOY!