By: BHS Features Staff
November 5, 2025
Everyone knows that Thanksgiving is coming up, exactly four weeks from tomorrow, and the thought of turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, and pumpkin pie is a soon-to-be reality. However, before all of those calories are consumed, maybe you should consider participating in Cleveland’s annual turkey trot?
Cleveland State University’s Recreation Center and the Viking Public House are teaming up to bring local citizens the Cleveland Turkey Trot yet again, a favorite Thanksgiving morning tradition. Even more popular than a turkey bowl football game? Yes because of the bonding and memories that have been created for over 40 years.
The Cleveland Turkey Trot started in 1982 and has become a family tradition. Over the years, it has grown in popularity with almost 10,000 participants taking part in the race each year. The event is more popular for its downtown race routes and friendly atmosphere. The turkey trot includes a 5-mile run, a 5k run, and a 1-mile fun run that goes past well-known landmarks such as Progressive Field, the West Side Market, and more.
Below includes the itinerary for the morning of November 27, along with the staggered pricing guide.
- 7:00 – Race day packet pickup inside Public Hall Auditorium
- 8:45 – Bag check / Dick’s Sporting Goods 1-mile fun walk
- 9:15 – Special pre-race announcements
- 9:25 – National Anthem
- 9:30 – Dick’s Sporting Goods 5-mile and 5k races
- 11:30 – Public Hall closes
Now, pay close attention to the dates and prices so you know when to register for a cheaper rate.
- $35 (October 1–November 23)
- $45 (November 24-26)
- $50 (November 27)
You are going to eat a lot this Thanksgiving, so you might as well create more room for the deliciousness by participating in this year’s turkey trot.
Run, Run, Gobble, Gobble!
(Information sourced from Cleveland Turkey Trot.)
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