32nd annual Massillon vs. McKinley High School Blood Battle
The event
The 32nd Annual Massillon vs. McKinley High School Blood Battle kicks off October 19-20, uniting school pride with a lifesaving purpose.
Hosted by the nonprofit Vitalant, the Blood Battle is a long-standing tradition in which Tigers and Bulldogs compete to see which school can rally the most blood donors to support patients at local hospitals. It’s a friendly rivalry with a powerful impact, helping to ensure a ready blood supply for those battling cancer, facing trauma, or undergoing surgery.
Event Details
| McKinley Blood Drives Monday, Oct. 19, 2026
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Massillon Blood Drive Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026
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| Canton City Hall, Lobby
218 Cleveland Ave. SW 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
McKinley High School, Auxiliary Gym 2323 17th St. NW 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
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Massillon Washington High School, Auxiliary Gym
One Paul Brown Dr. SE 7 a.m. – 1 p.m. |
Appointments are recommended and can be made by visiting Vitalant.org/Q92BloodBattle, downloading and using the Vitalant donor app, or calling 877-25-VITAL (84825). Walk-ins are welcome
All donors at the event will receive a limited-edition Blood Battle T-shirt, while supplies last. In addition, anyone who donates with Vitalant during October will be automatically entered for a chance to win one of two $10,000 gift cards through the Scary Good Giveaway.