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Thursday, November 26th, 2026
109 W. Pioneer Trail, Aurora OH
5K · 1 Mile
32–44°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 5 of the last 10 years
2025
33–52°F
dry
2024
34–51°F
rain
2023
29–47°F
rain
2022
32–52°F
dry
2021
28–39°F
rain
2020
46–52°F
rain
2019
40–56°F
dry
2018
31–45°F
rain
2017
32–40°F
dry
2016
34–41°F
dry
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About this race
Race Date
Thursday, November 26
Day-of Schedule
- 7:00am: Day-of Checkin
- 8:00am: 1 Mile Race
- 8:30am: 5K Race
Early Packet Pickup
Wednesday, November 25
- Time: 4-6pm
- Location: Aurora High School
- Address: 109 W. Pioneer Trail, Aurora
Accepting Food Donations
Get into the giving spirit of Thanksgiving: bring a donation to packet pickup or on race day!
- Non-perishable items only
- No expired items
- Most Needed Items:
- Peanut butter & jelly
- Snack items
- Canned soup
- Canned fruit
- Pasta & pasta sauce
Important Note
This race is now outdoors only with no indoor access to Aurora High School. Packet pickup, day-of check-in, and awards will be located in the large tent in the main parking lot. Restroom trailers will be located in the Walker Building parking lot.
Additional Information
Event details are subject to change. Please check the City’s website at auroraoh.com for the most up-to-date information.
More Details
For further information, please visit the race website: Aurora Turkey Trot 5K & Mashed Potato Mile.
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