Cincinnati Hungry Turkey Half Marathon & 5K
Sat, Nov 28, 2026, 3:15 AM EST
- Type
- Run
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
Race feel
Embrace a Thanksgiving tradition in Cincinnati with a hilly half marathon or 5K, perfect for a brisk holiday run.
- Festive
FestiveJoin a cherished Thanksgiving tradition at the Cincinnati Hungry Turkey Half Marathon & 5K on November 28, 2026. This event invites runners to embrace the holiday spirit with a choice of a half marathon or 5K distance in Cincinnati, OH. It's an opportunity to gather with fellow runners and enjoy a brisk autumn morning as part of your holiday celebrations. The course is noted for its hilly terrain, offering a mild challenge in typical season weather.
What to expect
- Run a half marathon or 5K as part of a local Thanksgiving tradition.
- Navigate a course with hilly terrain.
- Experience typical mild weather for the season.
Standout details
- Thanksgiving tradition
- Hilly course
Past race snapshot
What the field usually feels like
A plain-English read from past public results. It is helpful context, not a prediction.
Crowd
Small field
1 5K finishers in 2023. A quieter race where the pack may spread out more quickly.
Typical finish
23:10
Think middle-of-the-pack, using gun time when available.
Competitive feel
Relaxed front
Past results suggest the front of the field is less intense than many races. Front-group read: 23:10.
People mix
Mixed field
Gender mix needs more complete finish rows before we summarize it.
Quick read
For the 5K in 2023, this looks like a small field: 1 finishers are represented here. A middle-of-the-pack finish was around 23:10. The quicker front of the field averaged about 23:10. Use it as a feel check, not a promise about race day.
Award clues
Historic placement clues only. Race-day awards can use different rules.
Female 25-29
Top 5 (from posted divisions)
Female 14 & Under
Top 5 (estimated from prior results)
Show the year-by-year numbers
| Distance | Year | Finishers | Typical | Average | Front 10% | Fastest M / W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5K | 2023 | 1 | 23:10 | 23:10 | 23:10 | Not enough data / 23:10 |
Last summary update: May 2, 2026
From the organizer
Join the Thanksgiving tradition at the Cincinnati Hungry Turkey Half Marathon & 5K on November 28th, 2026.
Cincinnati, OH
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Event times, dates, location and all other details are subject to change prior to the event. All official information is on the event's website OhioRuns.com
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