2026 Kent Turkey Trot
- Date
- November 26, 2026
- Location
- 467 Middlebury Rd, Kent, OH
- Distance
- 5K · Fun Run
From the Organizer
A Family Event with a 5K RUN/WALK and Fun Walk /Run
Thanksgiving Morning - Thursday Nov. 26th, 2026
Fun Run/Walk starts at 9:00am - Fun Run is less than 800 meters long
5K Run/Walk starts at 9:15am
Finish / Award 10:15am
RESULTS: Posted at https://www.summitathletic.com/racecalendar
Early Packet Pick up and Late Registration- Wednesday Nov. 25th from 3-6pm, at Kent Park and Rec- Shelter House 601 Middlebury Rd, Kent, 44240 -
Race Day Packet Pick up - Thursday Nov 26th from 7:30 -9am, Kent Park and Rec- Shelter House 601 Middlebury Rd, Kent, 44240
NO Race Day Registration - This event SOLD OUT last year at 1000 Runners
RACE DAY PARKING: Across the street from Shelter House and Fred Fuller Park
- Winter Beanie Hat or Soft Crew Sweatshirt to 1st 900 pre registered. T-shirts to fun run participants.
Age Group and Overall Awards
Medals to top 3 overall Male and Female and Top 3 in each male and female age groups
14U,15-19,20-24,25-29,30-34,35-39,40-44,45-49,50-54,55-59,60-64,65-69,70-74,75-79,80+
Medals to top 20 Fun Run winners - Ribbons remaining Fun Run participants
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
45°
Typical Low
28°
Chance of Rain
41%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Ravenna 2 S, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Kent, OH
Population
27,190
as of 2023
Elevation
1,185 ft
Nearest Airport
CAK
Akron Canton Regional Airport · 17 mi
Major Hub
CLE
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport · 32 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 2026 Kent Turkey Trot?
- 2026 Kent Turkey Trot is a running race held in Kent, Ohio on November 26, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the 2026 Kent Turkey Trot?
- Thursday, November 26, 2026 in Kent, Ohio at 467 Middlebury Rd, Kent, OH. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 2026 Kent Turkey Trot?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
2026 Kent Turkey Trot
Nov 26, 2026