Lancaster Turkey Day 5K
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Lancaster Turkey Day 5k/10k
The Lancaster Turkey Day 5k/10k is a Thanksgiving Day running event held in Lancaster, Ohio at Forest Rose School, 1592 Granville Pike. The event includes multiple in person and virtual options and supports Foundation Dinners, a local meal program that serves over 2,500 meals per month with the help of more than 200 volunteers. The Foundation Dinners has operated on Lancaster's west side for over 30 years.
Available event options include:
- 5K timed in person and virtual options
- 10K timed in person and virtual options
- Kids Fun Run with swag
- Kids Fun Run no swag
- Virtual 5K and Virtual 10K
Early registration fees listed for the 5K show ages 11 and over at $35 and ages 10 and under at $25. Prices increase on November 1 and again on November 16. Registrations completed by November 16 are guaranteed a T shirt or hooded sweatshirt in the preferred size; sizes may still be available after that date depending on inventory.
Registered participants receive one apparel or accessory option such as a turkey hat, elf hat, Santa hat, tutu, T shirt, or upgraded hooded sweatshirt. Every registrant also receives a custom race bib, a personal sweet treat, chip timed race results with instant posting, and on course snacks and refreshments. Age group winners receive a custom specialty turkey trot medal. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
