Perry Rotary Turkey Trot
- Date
- November 26, 2026
- Distance
- 5K Run/Walk · Little Gobbler Run - 1/4 Mile · Friends of Turkey Trot (T-Shirt Only)
From the Organizer
Come join the Perry Twp. Rotarians and the Perry Community on Thanksgiving Morning for our 30h Annual Perry Twp. Rotary Turkey Trot on November 26, 2026.
This is a 5K Run/Walk & Little Gobbler Run (1/4 Mile) at Central Catholic High School, 4824 Tuscarawas St. W, Canton, OH 44708. This annual event has become a family event that hosts over 2000 runners/walkers and their families each year.
Medal:
For our 30th Annual Perry Rotary Turkey Trot all participants will receive a medal!
T-Shirt:
We offer the following shirt sizes Youth Medium, Youth Large, Adult Small, Adult Medium, Adult Large, Adult X-Large, 2X-Large and 3X-Large. We also offer a no shirt option for a $20 discount. To be guaranteed a shirt size please register by 11/1. Limited selection will be available after!
Packet Pickup: Central Catholic High School, 4824 Tuscarawas St. W, Canton, OH 44708 in the Gymnasium
-Wednesday, November 25 from 4:00-6:00 pm
-Thursday, November 26 from 7:00-8:40 am
Map:
https://track.rtrt.me/map/RP-PERRY-ROTARY-TURKEY-TROT-26
Start Times:
8:00 am - Little Gobbler Run - 1/4 Mile, Untimed Event!
8:40 am - 5K Run/Walk
Awards: All awards are mailed about 3-4 weeks after the event!
5K Run:
-Top 3 Overall Male & Female
-Top 3 Age Groups Male & Female 9 & Under, 10-14, 15-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, and 80 & Over.
Please note: Due to this being a fundraising event for our benefactors, there will be no refunds. We appreciate your understanding!
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
46°
Typical Low
31°
Chance of Rain
47%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Akron Canton Rgnl Ap, 8 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Canton, OH
Population
70,105
as of 2023
Elevation
1,108 ft
Nearest Airport
CAK
Akron Canton Regional Airport · 8 mi
Major Hub
CLE
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport · 48 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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- Race
- Perry Rotary Turkey Trot
- Date
- November 26, 2026
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- What is the Perry Rotary Turkey Trot?
- Perry Rotary Turkey Trot is a running race held in Canton, 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 Perry Rotary Turkey Trot?
- Thursday, November 26, 2026 in Canton, Ohio at Central Catholic High School, Canton, OH. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Perry Rotary Turkey Trot?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Perry Rotary Turkey Trot
Nov 26, 2026