Dick's Sporting Goods Cleveland Turkey Trot

The Dick's Sporting Goods Cleveland Turkey Trot takes over downtown Cleveland on Thanksgiving morning, offering runners three race distances before their holiday meal. This event has been a Cleveland Thanksgiving tradition for over forty years, attracting a diverse group beyond just competitive runners: families, novices, club members, children, and walkers participate in the morning. The course itself is secondary to the downtown start and holiday spirit. Live entertainment, food, charitable contributions, and finisher medals contribute to the race's festival atmosphere. Costumes are a significant element of the day, with FreshWater Cleveland sponsoring a contest for people and pets, awarding prizes for individual, group, and animal entries. Dogs are permitted, and the Cavaliers mascot, Sir C.C., assists with the race start and takes photos with participants.