
2026 Green Family YMCA Turkey Trot 5K and 1 Mile
Thu, Nov 26, 2026, 2:30 AM EST
- Location
- 1737 Steese Rd, Green, OH 44685
- Type
- Run
Sign up and verify details on the organizer's official page.
Race feel
Start Thanksgiving morning with a community-focused Turkey Trot, supporting local scholarships and the Akron-Canton Foodbank.
- Fun
- Competitive
- Quirky
- Festive
- For a Cause
Great for
- Beginner Friendly
Join the Green YMCA for their 14th Annual Turkey Trot, a cherished Thanksgiving morning tradition in Uniontown, OH. This event features a 5K run/walk and a 1-Mile fun run, perfect for families and competitive runners alike. Beyond the festive atmosphere, your participation directly supports college scholarships for Green High School seniors, continuing a legacy of over $41,000 in donations. It's a wonderful way to give back and start your holiday with community spirit.
What to expect
- Choose between a timed 5K run/walk or a relaxed 1-Mile fun run.
- Compete for awards in the 5K across various age groups.
- Bring canned goods to earn tickets for a special prize drawing.
Standout details
- 14th Annual Turkey Trot
- Supports local college scholarships
- Canned goods drive for prizes
- Part of Green Great Eight Race Series
Perks & features
- Awards
From the public listing; confirm on the official site.
Course feel
A practical read on terrain, elevation, footing, and typical conditions.
Steady Effort
Typical course trends
- Typically rolling
Distances & registration
2 optionsUse the official signup link above for all distances.
1 Mile
1 option · closes Nov 26, 2026, 6:00 AM EST
6mo 29d 10h 17m leftGeneral entry
Closes Nov 26, 2026, 6:00 AM EST · From $16.90
5K
1 option · closes Nov 26, 2026, 6:00 AM EST
6mo 29d 10h 17m leftGeneral entry
Closes Nov 26, 2026, 6:00 AM EST · From $32.80
Built from public event details. Confirm schedule, fees, and rules on the official event page before signing up.
From the organizer
Place
1711 Steese Rd Green, OH US 44685
Description
Please join us on Thanksgiving morning for the Annual Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk and 1-Mile Fun Run in the city of Green! For the past 13 years, the Green Professionals Association (GPA) has presented the Turkey Trot; this year, it will be presented by the Green Family YMCA. -All proceeds from the Turkey Trot will benefit the Green Family YMCA community. Because of donations and support from the community, the Y is able to offer financial assistance to those who need it, so that everyone who wants to be a part of the Y can be, regardless of their ability to pay.
Event Details
Event: 5K Run/Walk and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk Where: 1737 Steese Rd. Green, Ohio 44685. This is at the Green Memorial Stadium. Exit Route 241 at Steese Rd. Please park at the stadium before 7:20am. The school parking lots will be closed for the day. All traffic after 7:20 will be directed to Town Park Center. When: Thursday, November 26th, 2026, at 7:30AM (1 mile) and 8:00AM (5K). 5k Costs: $30 “Preregistered.” Pre-registration ends on Wednesday, November 12th @ 5:00 PM; and $35 “Regular.” Regular registration starts on Wednesday, November 12th @ 5:01 PM and ends November 25th @ 5:00 PM. There will be no day of race registrations this year. 1-Mile Costs : $15 for “Preregistered.” Pre-registration ends on November 12th; and $20 for “Regular.” Regular registration starts on November 13th and ends November 25th @ 5:00 PM. There will be no day of race registrations this year. Packet Pick-Up: Early Packet Pickup (Highly Recommended) between November 13th – November 25th @ Green Family YMCA located at 3800 Massillon Rd, Green, OH 44685 Monday- Thursdays- 6am – 8pm Fridays- 6am – 7pm Saturdays- 8am – 4pm Sundays- 1pm – 4pm Race Day Packet Pick-Up @ Green Memorial Stadium located at 1737 Steese Rd, Green, OH 44685 Thursday, November 26th from 6:30 am – 7:15 am. RACE DAY PARKING: The stadium parking lot will be closed. Please park at the Middle School/CORE: 1711 Steese Rd. Green, OH 44685 lot or at the Central Administration Building (or anywhere along Town Park Blvd.). Please note that Town Park Blvd. will be closed at 7:15 am. After 7:15 am, all cars will be directed to the Middle School/CORE parking lot. West bound traffic on Steese Rd. will be restricted from 7:30 am until 8:15 am. Please plan accordingly. Please note that the stadium will not open until 6:30 am on November 26th. Awards: 5K: Prizes for top 3 Male & Female in each class and top 3 Male & Female Overall. Age brackets are-14 & under, 15-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 & up. 1 Mile: Top 4 finishers.
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The Turkey Trot is part of the Green Great Eight Race Series - click here for more info