16th Annual Athens Turkey Trot on November 28th, 2024
- Date Thu 27th November 2025
- Time 8:30AM EST
- Location Athens, Ohio
- Price $22.20
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the 16th Annual Athens Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving morning, November 28th, 2024! This exciting event takes place in Athens, Ohio, starting at 8 a.m. from the West State Street Park shelter house. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking to enjoy a festive walk, this Turkey Trot welcomes participants of all abilities. Experience a beautiful flat, out-and-back course along the scenic Hockhocking Adena Bikeway, lined with stunning trees and the peaceful Hocking River.
Don't miss out on the chance to earn some delicious pumpkin pies, awarded to the top three finishers in each gender category and the top three finishers aged 12 and under! Plus, your registration includes the option to purchase a commemorative t-shirt, but be sure to register by November 20th to guarantee yours. If plans change, race-day registration is available until 30 minutes before the race. Enjoy a fun morning with the Athens community and kick off your Thanksgiving with health, happiness, and a little friendly competition!
Don't miss out on the chance to earn some delicious pumpkin pies, awarded to the top three finishers in each gender category and the top three finishers aged 12 and under! Plus, your registration includes the option to purchase a commemorative t-shirt, but be sure to register by November 20th to guarantee yours. If plans change, race-day registration is available until 30 minutes before the race. Enjoy a fun morning with the Athens community and kick off your Thanksgiving with health, happiness, and a little friendly competition!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US ON THANKSGIVING MORNING FOR THE 16TH ANNUAL ATHENS TURKEY TROT!
Turkey-calling runners and walkers of all abilities! Come join other members of the Athens community for the annual pre-food coma tradition! Enjoy a flat, out-and-back course on the Hockhocking Adena Bikeway along the scenic tree-lined Hocking River. This years race will feature official chip timing and the option to purchase a commemorative t-shirt as part of your race registration.
LAST DAY TO REGISTER AND GUARANTEE A SHIRT IS NOV. 20!
PLANS STILL NOT FINALIZED? Don't worry, we offer race-day registration up until 30 minutes before the race!
RACE START TIME: 8 a.m.
LOCATION: West State Street Park shelter house, Athens, Ohio
PRIZES: Pumpkin pies will be awarded to the top three finishers in each gender category as well as the top three finishers in the ages 12 and under category.
PARKING: Parking will be in the main parking lots for the West State Ball Fields. With the exception of those that have a handicap tag or need other special parking, no vehicles will be allowed to enter the circle at the end of West State Street. You may also park at Ohio Means Jobs on Union Street and walk the bike path the short distance to the start at the ball fields.
_THIS YEARS RACE IS BEING ORGANIZED BY THE ATHENS ATHLETICS CLUB (AAC), A 501(C)3 ATHENS-BASED NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION THAT SUPPORTS THE DEVELOPMENT OF ATHENS BULLDOGS CROSS COUNTRY AND TRACK & FIELD ATHLETES. AAC IS AN AFFILIATE MEMBER OF THE ROAD RUNNERS CLUB OF AMERICA. ALL FUNDS COLLECTED FROM THE ATHENS TURKEY TROT GOES TO THE AAC AND WILL BE UTILIZED TO SUPPORT THE ATHENS BULLDOG XC AND TRACK TEAMS._
Turkey-calling runners and walkers of all abilities! Come join other members of the Athens community for the annual pre-food coma tradition! Enjoy a flat, out-and-back course on the Hockhocking Adena Bikeway along the scenic tree-lined Hocking River. This years race will feature official chip timing and the option to purchase a commemorative t-shirt as part of your race registration.
LAST DAY TO REGISTER AND GUARANTEE A SHIRT IS NOV. 20!
PLANS STILL NOT FINALIZED? Don't worry, we offer race-day registration up until 30 minutes before the race!
RACE START TIME: 8 a.m.
LOCATION: West State Street Park shelter house, Athens, Ohio
PRIZES: Pumpkin pies will be awarded to the top three finishers in each gender category as well as the top three finishers in the ages 12 and under category.
PARKING: Parking will be in the main parking lots for the West State Ball Fields. With the exception of those that have a handicap tag or need other special parking, no vehicles will be allowed to enter the circle at the end of West State Street. You may also park at Ohio Means Jobs on Union Street and walk the bike path the short distance to the start at the ball fields.
_THIS YEARS RACE IS BEING ORGANIZED BY THE ATHENS ATHLETICS CLUB (AAC), A 501(C)3 ATHENS-BASED NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION THAT SUPPORTS THE DEVELOPMENT OF ATHENS BULLDOGS CROSS COUNTRY AND TRACK & FIELD ATHLETES. AAC IS AN AFFILIATE MEMBER OF THE ROAD RUNNERS CLUB OF AMERICA. ALL FUNDS COLLECTED FROM THE ATHENS TURKEY TROT GOES TO THE AAC AND WILL BE UTILIZED TO SUPPORT THE ATHENS BULLDOG XC AND TRACK TEAMS._
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17th Annual Athens Turkey Trot
Incl. $2.20 Fee & Long Sleeve Shirt
Thu 27th November 2025 (8:30AM EST)
$22.20
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