Events
The Big Hoopla 6k
Place
3640 Colonel Glenn Hwy.
Dayton, OH US 45435
Description
When it comes to college basketball, THE ROAD STARTS HERE! Dayton, Ohio has been host to the annual NCAA First Four for years. Now, with the expanded NCAA tournament field, Dayton will host 6 games... thus, 6k instead of 4-miler for 2027!
As in prior years, the Big Hoopla in Dayton is about more than just basketball; it's severall days of activities, and we tip off all the fun with the Big Hoopla 6k on Selection Sunday, March 14, 2027. For 2027, the Big Hoopla race along with the STEM Challenge returns to Wright State University.
All participants receive a super soft tech tee, custom finisher medal and lots of post-race food. So, grab a friend or family member and come celebrate the excitement of March Madness with us at the Big Hoopla 6k!
Race Contact Info
Course Map
The 4-mile race will tour Wright State's campus and start and finish at the Student Union. Click on the title above for a dynamic map view.
Finisher Medal
Shown below is the medal from 2025, but a new design custom medal will be included with your 2026 entry!
Awards
While all finishers receive a custom finisher medal, there are numerous other prizes for top performers. Prizes are listed below!
Top 3 Overall Male/Female Cash plus Tickets
1st - $100 and 2 tickets to the First Four
2nd - $75 and 2 tickets to the First Four
3rd - $50 and 2 tickets to the First Four
Top 3 male and top 3 female in the following age groups all receive 2 tickets to the First Four;
0-14
15-19
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60-69
70+
Packet Pickup
Packet Pickup will be at Up and Running in Centerville on Saturday, March 14 from 3pm to 5pm or at the Wright State Student Union on Race Day, starting at 8am.
