The Karen P Nakon Turkey Dash
The Karen P Nakon Turkey Dash is a running race on November 26, 2026 in Avon, OH, with entry fees from $25 to $35.
- Date
- November 26, 2026 (80 days to go)
- Price
- $25–$35
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
The Foundation’s annual family-friendly 5k run/walk, the Turkey Dash, is held annually on Thanksgiving morning at Avon High School. Over 1,500 runners, walkers, and spectators join together to move in support of financial aid for families in Northern Ohio impacted by a breast cancer diagnosis. Over the past 23 years, the Turkey Dash has raised over $500,000 for our mission.
Race Perks:
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Turkey Dash race sweatshirt!
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Post-run snacks including pumpkin pie & fruit
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Post-run refreshments including coffee & hot chocolate
Awards are given to the top 3 male and female winners, along with medals for the top 3 finishers in each age bracket
(9 and under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24,… 75-79, 80+.)
Timeline:
Wednesday, November 25th
5:00-7:00 PM: Packet Pickup/Registration (AHS Auxiliary Gym)
Thursday, November 26th
7:00 AM: Packet Pickup/Registration (AHS Auxiliary Gym)
9:00 AM: 5k Start
10:00 AM: Awards
Registration:
Opens 9/2/2026
Turkey Dash - Adult Runner Registration - Early Bird $35, After 11/1 $40
Turkey Dash - Child Runner, 12 & Under Registration - Early Bird $25, After 11/1 $40
Sponsor Opportunities:
Please visit https://www.nakonfoundation.org/2026-turkey-dash to become a sponsor of the event!
*Cut-off for name/logo on swag is November 1, 2026
Fun Run Sponsor - Name on the sweatshirt - $500
Community Sponsor - Name on the shirt & sponsorship banner - $1,000
Pacesetter Sponsor - Name on the shirt, sponsorship banner & Mile Marker signs - $2,500
Finish Line Sponsor - Name on the shirt, sponsorship banner & finish line signs - $5,000
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
48°
Typical Low
32°
Chance of Rain
41%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Elyria 3 E, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Avon, OH
Population
25,082
as of 2023
City Elevation
671 ft
Nearest Airport
CLE
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport · 9 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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Days to train
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- The Karen P Nakon Turkey Dash
- Date
- November 26, 2026
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The Karen P Nakon Turkey Dash
Nov 26, 2026