18th Annual Athens Turkey Trot on November 26th, 2026

Join us on Thanksgiving morning for the 18th Annual Athens Turkey Trot! Turkey-calling runners and walkers of all abilities! Come join other members of the Athens community for the annual pre-food coma tradition! Enjoy a flat, out-and-back course on the Hockhocking Adena Bikeway along the scenic tree-lined Hocking River. This year’s race will feature official chip timing and the option to purchase a commemorative t-shirt as part of your race registration. LAST DAY TO REGISTER AND GUARANTEE A SHIRT IS NOV. 19! Plans still not finalized? Don't worry, we offer race-day registration up until 30 minutes before the race! Race Start Time: 8:30 a.m. Location: West State Street Park, Athens, Ohio Race Day Registration/Check-In: 7:00-8:00AM @ Fenway Park Shelter House (West State Street Park) Pre-Race Packet Pickup/Registration: Wednesday, November 25th 4:00-6:30PM @ Ohio Valley Running Company (20 Station St., Athens, OH) Prizes: Pumpkin pies will be awarded to the top three finishers in each gender category as well as the top three finishers in the ages 12 and under category. Parking: Parking will be in the main parking lots for the West State Ball Fields. No vehicles w…