White Squirrel Trot 5k Run/Walk or 1 Mile Walk- Oberlin, OH
- Date Thu 27th November 2025
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Oberlin, Ohio
- Price Free - $34.92
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Participants will not only enjoy the thrill of the race but will also receive a unique handmade 2025 Stoneware Pottery White Squirrel Medal, which doubles as a charming Christmas ornament! Early registrants can choose between a tech or cotton long-sleeve event shirt to showcase their white squirrel pride, while supplies last. With awards for top finishers and age groups, along with a vibrant atmosphere, the White Squirrel Trot promises to be a delightful way to kick off the holiday season. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to build community and create lasting memories!
Organiser's Description
Come and join us for Oberlin's own version of the traditional Thanksgiving Turkey Trot. This event will feature a 5K Run/Walk or 1 Mile Fun Walk. The goal of this event is to bring friends and family together and enjoy an activity together, along with building community. The event will start and finish at TAPPAN SQUARE, IN DOWNTOWN OBERLIN, OH. Each participant will receive a handmade 2025 Stoneware Pottery White Squirrel Medal, which makes a great Christmas ornament. Participants who register early will also receive a choice of tech or cotton long-sleeve event shirt to show their white squirrel pride! (If registering after 11/23, shirts will be on a first-come, first-serve basis while supplies last.)
EARLY PACKET PICK-UP:
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 26TH - 3 - 5 PM at White Squirrel Clayworks studio - 12013 Leavitt Rd, Oberlin, OH 44074 (Rear green & white building) [https://www.google.com/maps/place/White+Squirrel+Clayworks/@41.3141588,-82.2182866,494m/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x883a0ba55bffb155:0xf36fd57d5c733bc3!8m2!3d41.3141548!4d-82.2157117!16s%2Fg%2F11kykk33kp!5m1!1e3?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI0MTAyOS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D]
DAY OF EVENT:
REGISTRATION/PACKET PICK-UP: 8 AM - 8:45 AM
(IN-PERSON REGISTRANTS ARE NOT GUARANTEED A SHIRT OR MEDAL, IT IS FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVED.)
DAY OF EVENT REGISTRATION $35 (CASH OR CARD): 8 AM - 8:45 AM
(Day of event registrants are not guaranteed a shirt or medal)
5K RUN & WALK, 1-MILE WALK STARTS AT: 9 AM
COURSE MAP (CLICK HERE) [https://cityofoberlin.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/5K.pdf]
Timing: Gun start
AWARDS:
Awards to immediately follow finish on a rolling basis.
Awards:
- First overall Female & Male
- First overall Masters (age 40+) Female & Male
- Age group awards: top 3 female & male - age groups:14 & under, 15-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70 and over
Races
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White Squirrel Trot 2nd Annual 5k Run/Walk
Incl. $2.92 Fee & Long-Sleeve Tech or Cotton Tee
Thu 27th November 2025 (9:00AM EST)
$34.92
Come out and join us for a fun family event! Sponsored by: White Squirrel Clayworks, LLC. -
White Squirrel Trot 2nd Annual -1 Mile Walk
Incl. $2.92 Fee & Long-Sleeve Tech or Cotton Tee
Thu 27th November 2025 (9:00AM EST)
$34.92
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White Squirrel Trot 2nd Annual -Virtual (We Will Mail Your Packet)
Incl. $2.92 Fee & Long-Sleeve Tech or Cotton Tee
$34.92
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White Squirrel Trot 2nd Annual - Volunteer
Incl. T-Shirt
Thu 27th November 2025 (9:00AM EST)
Free
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77 W College St, Oberlin, OH 44074, Tappan Square, Oberlin, 44074, OH, United States
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