Perry Rotary Turkey Trot

The Perry Rotary Turkey Trot is a Thanksgiving morning 5K run/walk in Canton, Ohio. It starts and finishes at Central Catholic High School on Tuscarawas Street West. The Perry Township Rotary organizes this annual community fundraiser, which also includes a quarter-mile Little Gobbler Run for younger children. Over 2,000 runners, walkers, and family members participate annually, making it feel more like a holiday gathering than a competition focused solely on speed. The event benefits local nonprofits, supporting initiatives for families, youth programs, and other community services. Recent fundraising efforts have generated approximately $30,000 for local charities. Registration includes shirts in youth and adult sizes, with a discounted option available for those who prefer not to receive a shirt.