Columbus Hungry Turkey Trot - Virtual Run - 5K
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Distance
3.1 mi
Pace
All paces
Terrain
Road
Difficulty
All Levels
About this run
Join the Thanksgiving tradition at the Columbus Hungry Turkey Trot - 5k, 10k & 1/3 Marathon Run/Walk and Kids Fun Run. The event is ALWAYS on the first Saturday (2 days) after Thanksgiving, right before The Game between Ohio State and TTUN. Participants will receive their choice of a turkey hat (multiple hat options to choose from during packet pickup) or long sleeve shirt or hooded sweatshirt as well as a custom race bib, finishers medal (3 choices of medals for you at the finish line), a sweet treat in the form of a personal pie, donut or cookie, chip timed race, instant results, snacks, refreshments AND MORE!! Get Event Updates & Stay Connected Stay connected with the latest event updates and news by liking or following us on your favorite social media platform. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/USARaceTiming Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/usaracetiming/ Use #USATurkeyTrot to share your photos! All official information is on the event's website: https://usaracetiming.com/columbusturkeytrot/
Typical conditions
For events around November 2026 in Columbus, OH, United States: Typical autumn conditions in this region — conditions can change quickly; confirm race-day guidance on the official page.
How to prepare
Most runners can prepare for a 5K with a few weeks of easy runs and one short faster session per week. Focus on consistency, not volume, and rest the day before race day.
Beginner's guide to your first 5KGetting there
This event is listed in Columbus, OH, United States. Confirm the exact start venue, parking, and transit options on the official registration page.
Registration is handled by the official event organizer
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