East Palestine Turkey Trot
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East Palestine Turkey Trot 5K
The East Palestine Turkey Trot is a Thanksgiving morning 5K run or walk held in East Palestine, Ohio, organized by the East Palestine Area Chamber of Commerce. The event takes place at 31 Park Ave and uses the East Palestine Community Center for packet pickup and race-day services.
Registration for the 5K is open from July 30, 2026 through November 20, 2026 with a registration fee of $29.00. Participants who register by October 31 receive a t-shirt, bib number, a unique commemorative medal, and a swag bag. After November 1, medals and swag bags are not included and shirt sizes will be limited. A long sleeve shirt option is available for an additional $8.00; each participant receives either a short sleeve shirt or a long sleeve shirt, not both.
Early packet pickup is scheduled at the East Palestine Community Center as a drive-thru near the basketball courts and children's playground. Race day packet pickup and on-site registration are also handled at the community center. If the in-person event is cancelled for unforeseen reasons, the Turkey Trot will become a virtual event and details will be announced at that time. All race awards will be mailed after the event. No refunds are offered.
Cash awards include $100 for first place overall male and female, and $10 for first place male and female in each listed age group: 10 & Under, 11-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70 & Up. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
