Eastside Turkey Trot 5K 2026

The race.

The Eastside Turkey Trot 5K takes place on November 26, 2026, in Oregon, Ohio, starting and finishing at Eastern Community YMCA (2960 Pickle Road). Race day registration and packet pickup open at 7:30am, with the 5K race and walk beginning at 9am. The course follows city streets on a fast road route with a water station. Pre-registered participants by November 15th receive a long-sleeve triblend shirt and a $10 shoe discount coupon. Awards include overall and master category prizes, age-group awards across 18 divisions, and turkey prizes for the first male and female finishers at the one-mile mark. The event also features a costume contest with three categories. Refreshments include fruit, baked goods, and sport drinks. A virtual option is available with shirt and scholarship support for YMCA.