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The Cleveland Turkey Trot takes over the streets of downtown Cleveland on Thanksgiving morning, with the start and finish set around 500 Lakeside Avenue East. Runners choose between a 5-mile race and a 5K, both setting off at 9:30 AM, while walkers and virtual entrants get going at 8:45 AM on a shorter one-mile route. Now in its 43rd year, the event draws thousands of participants who turn out in the crisp late-November air for a festive, community-minded start to the holiday. The atmosphere is as much a celebration as a race, with costumes, turkey-day cheer and a crowd that welcomes seasoned runners and first-timers alike. Note that the listing covers multiple editions, with dates confirmed for 2024, 2025 and 2026.
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500 Lakeside Ave E, Cleveland, OH 44114, USA
500 Lakeside Ave E, Cleveland, OH 44114, USA
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The event is held on Thanksgiving morning. The 2024 edition takes place on Thursday 28 November, with further dates listed for Thursday 27 November 2025 and Thursday 26 November 2026.
Yes. A Virtual 1 Mile entry is available for anyone who wants to take part remotely, and it is listed with an 8:45 AM start time alongside the in-person 1-mile walk.
Yes. The 1-mile walk is designed specifically for participants who prefer to walk rather than run, and it sets off before the main races so walkers can enjoy a relaxed start.
Downtown Cleveland hotels close to the start line at Lakeside Avenue East put you within easy walking distance on race morning. Accommodation search tools linked from the event page can help you compare rates near the start.
Late November in Cleveland brings crisp, cold autumn conditions, so layers you can shed before the start are a sensible choice.
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Registration isn't open yet. We'll show pricing when the organiser confirms.Cleveland, USA
Expected November 2027
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