Cleveland Turkey Trot 2026

The Cleveland Turkey Trot takes place on Thanksgiving morning in downtown Cleveland, with race-day operations centered at Public Hall Auditorium on Lakeside Avenue. Participants can choose a chip-timed 5-mile race or a chip-timed 5K. A more relaxed 1-mile option, starting earlier in the morning, is available for walkers. The event is now in its 44th year and is designed for families and regular runners alike. Packet pickup is available inside Public Hall early on race morning, and bag check services are provided. Virtual entries for the 5-mile, 5K, and 1-mile distances allow participation without being present at the start line in Cleveland.