Tuscarawas County YMCA Turkey Trot
- Date Thu 26th November 2026
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Dover, Ohio
- Price $23.95
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the 55th annual Tuscarawas County YMCA Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 26, 2026, at 9:00 AM in Dover, Ohio! This beloved community event takes place at the Tuscarawas County YMCA, located at 600 Monroe St. Whether you're a competitive runner, a leisurely walker, or a family with strollers and pets, everyone is invited to kick off the holiday season with a fun, family-friendly race. Participants of all ages, from babies to runners in their 90s, will gather to enjoy this spirited celebration.
With distances suitable for everyone, the Turkey Trot promises a festive atmosphere complete with awards for the top finishers in various age groups, as well as special categories for the best spirit, costume, and even the best pet costume! Don’t forget to register by November 1 to secure your event T-shirt and be part of this joyful occasion. Plus, your participation helps support local families and children through the Y's Annual Campaign, ensuring that everyone has access to vital programs and services. So lace up your running shoes and get ready to trot your way into Thanksgiving fun!
With distances suitable for everyone, the Turkey Trot promises a festive atmosphere complete with awards for the top finishers in various age groups, as well as special categories for the best spirit, costume, and even the best pet costume! Don’t forget to register by November 1 to secure your event T-shirt and be part of this joyful occasion. Plus, your participation helps support local families and children through the Y's Annual Campaign, ensuring that everyone has access to vital programs and services. So lace up your running shoes and get ready to trot your way into Thanksgiving fun!
Organiser's Description
This will be the Tuscarawas County YMCA's 55th Turkey Trot! The event is held on Thanksgiving Day, THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2026 AT 9:00 AM located at the Tuscarawas County YMCA, 600 Monroe St, Dover, OH 44622. Everyone is welcome to register and participate in this fun, family-friendly race whether you're a serious runner, walker, family with strollers and dogs, or are just looking to start your Thanksgiving off right! Our participants ages range from babies all the way to runners in their 90's!
Awards are given to the top 3 overall female and male finishers and the top 3 in each age group. Special awards for best spirit, costume, oldest and youngest runners and best pet costume will also be given at the race.
T-SHIRTS:
We offer Youth Small to Large, Adult Small to 3X-Large, or No Shirt option. PLEASE REGISTER BY NOVEMBER 1 TO GUARANTEE A RACE SHIRT!
PROCEEDS:
All proceeds from the Turkey Trot provide direct financial assistance to kids and families in our community through the Y's Annual Campaign, ensuring everyone has the opportunity for a Y membership, program participation, life saving swim lessons, preschool, afterschool care, summer camp, youth sports and so much more.
The YMCA is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
SCHEDULE: Tuscarawas County YMCA, 600 Monroe St. Dover Ohio 44622
_Wednesday, November 25:_
4:00-7:00 PM - Pre-Packet Pickup
_Thursday, November 26 = Race Day_
6:30-8:00 AM - Packet Pickup
8:45am - Pre-race Announcements and Spirit Awards
9:00am - Race Start
9:30am - Awards Pickup
AWARDS:
Top 3 Overall Men & Women
Top 3 Men & Women in the following age groups: 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, and 80 & Over
Top 1 in Best Spirit, Costume, Oldest, and Youngest Runners
Top 1 in Best Pet Costume
Awards are given to the top 3 overall female and male finishers and the top 3 in each age group. Special awards for best spirit, costume, oldest and youngest runners and best pet costume will also be given at the race.
T-SHIRTS:
We offer Youth Small to Large, Adult Small to 3X-Large, or No Shirt option. PLEASE REGISTER BY NOVEMBER 1 TO GUARANTEE A RACE SHIRT!
PROCEEDS:
All proceeds from the Turkey Trot provide direct financial assistance to kids and families in our community through the Y's Annual Campaign, ensuring everyone has the opportunity for a Y membership, program participation, life saving swim lessons, preschool, afterschool care, summer camp, youth sports and so much more.
The YMCA is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
SCHEDULE: Tuscarawas County YMCA, 600 Monroe St. Dover Ohio 44622
_Wednesday, November 25:_
4:00-7:00 PM - Pre-Packet Pickup
_Thursday, November 26 = Race Day_
6:30-8:00 AM - Packet Pickup
8:45am - Pre-race Announcements and Spirit Awards
9:00am - Race Start
9:30am - Awards Pickup
AWARDS:
Top 3 Overall Men & Women
Top 3 Men & Women in the following age groups: 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, and 80 & Over
Top 1 in Best Spirit, Costume, Oldest, and Youngest Runners
Top 1 in Best Pet Costume
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.95 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 26th November 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$23.95
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