Aurora Turkey Trot 5K & Mashed Potato Mile
- Date Thu 27th November 2025
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Aurora, Ohio
- Price $22.20 - $38.10
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for a festive challenge at the Aurora Turkey Trot 5K & Mashed Potato Mile on Thursday, November 27, 2025, in the charming city of Aurora, Portage! This exciting event features two race options to suit all levels of runners: a spirited 1 Mile Race and a thrilling 5K Race, both taking place on Thanksgiving morning.
Participants can kick off their holiday celebrations with a day-of packet pickup starting at 7 AM, with the races commencing shortly after. Don’t forget to bring your non-perishable food donations for the Volunteers of America, as this event encourages the spirit of giving during the Thanksgiving season. Join the community for a fun-filled day of running, giving, and celebrating the joy of the holidays!
Participants can kick off their holiday celebrations with a day-of packet pickup starting at 7 AM, with the races commencing shortly after. Don’t forget to bring your non-perishable food donations for the Volunteers of America, as this event encourages the spirit of giving during the Thanksgiving season. Join the community for a fun-filled day of running, giving, and celebrating the joy of the holidays!
Organiser's Description
RACE DATE: THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 2025
DAY-OF SCHEDULE:
* 7 Day-of Packet Pickup
* 8 1 Mile Race
* 8 5K Race
EARLY PACKET PICKUP: Wednesday, November 26
* LOCATION: AURORA High School (cafeteria entrance)
* TIME: 4-6pm
ACCEPTING FOOD DONATIONS: Get into the giving spirit of Thanksgiving; bring a donation for the Volunteers of America to the packet pick-up or on race day!
* Non-perishable items only
* No expired items
* Most Needed Items:
* Peanut butter & jelly
* Snack items
* Canned soup
* Canned fruit
* Pasta & pasta sauce
_Event details are subject to change. Please check the Citys website at auroraoh.com for the most up-to-date information._
DAY-OF SCHEDULE:
* 7 Day-of Packet Pickup
* 8 1 Mile Race
* 8 5K Race
EARLY PACKET PICKUP: Wednesday, November 26
* LOCATION: AURORA High School (cafeteria entrance)
* TIME: 4-6pm
ACCEPTING FOOD DONATIONS: Get into the giving spirit of Thanksgiving; bring a donation for the Volunteers of America to the packet pick-up or on race day!
* Non-perishable items only
* No expired items
* Most Needed Items:
* Peanut butter & jelly
* Snack items
* Canned soup
* Canned fruit
* Pasta & pasta sauce
_Event details are subject to change. Please check the Citys website at auroraoh.com for the most up-to-date information._
Races
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Gobble & Go Combo
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 27th November 2025 (8:00AM EST)
$38.10
OPENS 01 SEP -
5k
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 27th November 2025 (8:30AM EST)
$27.50
OPENS 01 SEP -
1 Mile
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 27th November 2025 (8:00AM EST)
$22.20
OPENS 01 SEP
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