Cleveland Turkey Trot

About this event

The Cleveland Turkey Trot presented by CSU Rec Center and Viking Public House is Northeast Ohio’s favorite Thanksgiving morning tradition for the whole family for 45 years! Since 1982, the Turkey Trot has brought together competitive runners, casual walkers, families, and four-legged friends for a festive morning filled with costumes, music, entertainment, and community spirit - all while supporting local needs. Thanksgiving Morning - November 26, 2026

Start/Finish: Lakeside Ave, Public Hall Auditorium • Downtown Cleveland Registration & Pricing • Early Bird (through June 30): $25 • July 1 – Sept 30: $30 • Oct 1 – Nov 23: $35 • Nov 24 – 26: $45 • Race Day (Nov 27): $50 • Virtual options: $30 (includes packet mailing through Oct 31) Family discounts available for early registration! Distances Offered • Dick’s Sporting Goods 5 Mile Run • Dick’s Sporting Goods 5K Run • Dick’s Sporting Goods 1 Mile Fun Walk • Virtual options available for all distances (5M / 5K / 1M) What You’ll Get •Turkey Trot long sleeve race shirt + finisher medal for all participants • MyLaps chip timing for 5M & 5K • Awards: pumpkin pies for overall winners; age group awards in 5M & 5K • Costume contest prizes, live music, sponsor activations, bag check, race photos & post-race refreshments Dog-Friendly Fun Community Giving Non-perishable donations welcome on race day inside Public Hall supporting St. Augustine’s (Tremont) and West Side Catholic Center. Most needed items: canned goods, socks, underwear, soap, deodorant, toothbrush/toothpaste Course Highlights • 5 Mile route: Downtown → Ohio City → Lorain & Detroit-Superior Bridges • 5K follows most of the same course, splitting near Progressive Field • 1 Mile Strut: family-friendly loop around the event hub

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