Delaware Turkey Trot
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Delaware Turkey Trot
The Delaware Turkey Trot takes place on Thursday, November 26, 2026, in downtown Delaware, Ohio, behind the Delaware County Library at 84 E Winter St. The event is held on Thanksgiving morning and includes both in-person and virtual options.
The event offers the following race options:
- 5k Run/Walk
- 1.5 Mile Run/Walk
- Little Gobbler Kid's Fun Run (ages 8 and under)
- Virtual option
Each registrant receives a draw string bag, a long sleeve shirt, a finisher medal, and an individual dessert. The event donates 100% of its proceeds to the Autism Society of Central Ohio and has donated over $200,000 to date.
The course begins and ends on East Winter Street near the library, passes local landmarks such as The Strand Theatre, 1808 and Mi Cerrito, goes up Sandusky Street, continues down Wilmer, includes an out-and-back on Henry Street, crosses a pedestrian bridge above Route 23, and finishes back on East Winter Street. Portions of the course are coned down the middle to maintain traffic patterns; Sandusky Street from William to Wilmer uses a parking lane plus one running lane (runners on the far left lane), and Winter Street from Lake St to Estelle St is coned down the middle (runners on the right lane).
Packet pickup is available the three days before the race at New Beginnings Church (2163 ST RT 37 East, Delaware, OH). Portable restrooms will be located near the start/finish. Parking is available in city lots around Winter and Union streets and on side streets. Friendly, leashed dogs and strollers are allowed. There is no race-day registration or packet pickup. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
