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Turkey Trails- Columbus

Turkey Trails- Columbus is a running race on November 15, 2026 in Newark, OH, with entry fees from $17 to $61.

Date
November 15, 2026 (115 days to go)
Location
Ohio State at Newark, Newark, OH
Price
$17–$61
Sport
Running
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From the Organizer

Join us for the annual Turkey Trails 5k/10k!  A fun, Thanksgiving-themed event that is perfect for the whole family.

The fun includes -
  • Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal
  • Chip-timing with live results and awards
  • Free photos
  • Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line
  • Plenty of fun!
    Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one!
    Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag!
    *Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17!
  • Half Marathon registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
  • 5k/10k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
  • 1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
  • The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!)
     *Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!

Events

Kids Dash$17
Volunteer then Run$17
1 Mile$22
5k$30
10k$30
Half Marathon$61
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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

52°

Typical Low

31°

Chance of Rain

34%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Newark Wtr Wks, 1 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 7:15 AMSunset 5:13 PMDaylight 9h 58m

Host City

About Newark, OH

Population

50,393

as of 2023

City Elevation

859 ft

Nearest Airport

CMH

John Glenn Columbus International Airport · 25 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.

Race Location

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What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Turkey Trails- Columbus, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

115

Days to train

Race
Turkey Trails- Columbus
Date
November 15, 2026
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From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.

With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.

Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.

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Running

From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.

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Make it a Racecation

Coming from out of town? There's more to Newark than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Turkey Trails- Columbus?+
Turkey Trails- Columbus is a running race held in Newark, Ohio on November 15, 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 Turkey Trails- Columbus?+
Sunday, November 15, 2026 in Newark, Ohio at Ohio State at Newark. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Turkey Trails- Columbus?+
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Turkey Trails- Columbus

Nov 15, 2026

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