Explorer Turkey Trot
- Date
- November 26, 2026
- Location
- 83 N. Oviatt St, Hudson, OH
- Distance
- 1 Mile · 5K
- Price
- $20–$40
From the Organizer
Trot, run, or walk at the Explorer Turkey Trot!
We are sincerely grateful for your support of the 4th Annual Explorer 5K. All proceeds from this event are directly reinvested into Hudson’s student-athletes, athletic teams, equipment, and related programs.
The Hudson Athletic Booster Club is dedicated to providing financial support to our teams, coaches, and athletes to further strengthen their athletic and academic success. Last year, we proudly awarded more than $115,000 in grant funding to fulfill coaches’ requests for team needs, including equipment, uniforms, training, and educational resources. In addition, we provided four scholarships for $2,000 each to outstanding student-athletes.
For more information about how your contributions make an impact, please visit our website:
https://www.hudsonboosterclub.org/
DATE: Thursday, November, 26, 2026
Address: 83 N. Oviatt St, Hudson, Ohio 44236
TIMELINE:
- Race Day Schedule-
- 7:00 AM | Race day registration and packet pickup begin. The registration tent will be located on the home side of the football stadium.
- 7:45 AM | Race day registration & packet pick up CLOSES
- 8:00 AM | National Anthem and send off by Mayor
- 8:15-8:30 AM | Explorer 1 mile run/walk begins
- 9:00 AM | Kids fun run and dash begins inside the stadium on the track
- 9:30-10:00 AM | Awards & post-run snacks
RACE LOCATIONS:
EXPLORER Turkey Trot 5K
The route will start at the Middle School before heading downtown and returning to school to finish.
ONE-MILE LOOP
If you aren't up for the 5K, don't worry—the One-Mile Loop is for you!
KIDS' FUN RUN
Kids are encouraged to take on the Fun Run, which happens on the Memorial Stadium track.
AWARDS: Awards will be given to the top male and female winners.
COST: Pre-Race Register for the 5K or One-Mile Loop is $40.
All participants who pre-register will receive a short-sleeve Bella & Canvas race t-shirt.
**All Hudson City Schools teachers or staff, as well as students, will receive a $5 discount!**
READY TO REGISTER? Click the 'Register Now' button above!
PACKET PICKUP: TBA
QUESTIONS? INTERESTED IN BEING A SPONSOR?
Email ExplorerBoosterRun@gmail.com
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
29°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Stow 4 Se, 8 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Hudson, OH
Population
34,317
as of 2023
City Elevation
977 ft
Nearest Airport
CLE
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport · 24 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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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Explorer Turkey Trot?
- Explorer Turkey Trot is a running race held in Hudson, 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 Explorer Turkey Trot?
- Thursday, November 26, 2026 in Hudson, Ohio at 83 N. Oviatt St. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Explorer Turkey Trot?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Explorer Turkey Trot
Nov 26, 2026