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The Big Hoopla 4 Miler

📅 March 14, 2027 (estimated date)📍 Dayton · United States

⚠️ 2027 edition: provisional information

The date is estimated from the 2026 edition (March 15, 2026), on the same day of the week. Courses, start times, fees and description are carried over from the previous edition: check them on the official website. This page will be updated as soon as the organizer publishes them.

Available distances

4 mi

About

The Big Hoopla 4 Miler is a 4-mile (6.4 km) race in Dayton, Ohio, held as part of the festivities surrounding the NCAA First Four and March Madness. It takes place on March 14, 2027, at Wright State University, with a 10 a.m. start, and welcomes runners of all ages and abilities to race in a scenic setting.

Finishers receive a tech shirt and a medal, along with a post-race meal. The event promotes athletics and gives participants and their families an enjoyable day out.

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