Tuscarawas County YMCA Turkey Trot

🏃‍♂️ Tuscarawas County YMCA Turkey Trot Overview

This will be the Tuscarawas County YMCA's 55th Turkey Trot! The event is held on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 26, 2026 at 9:00 AM located at the Tuscarawas County YMCA, 600 Monroe St, Dover, OH 44622. Everyone is welcome to register and participate in this fun, family-friendly race whether you're a serious runner, walker, family with strollers and dogs, or are just looking to start your Thanksgiving off right! Our participants ages range from babies all the way to runners in their 90's!

🏆 Awards and Recognition

• Overall Winners: Awards are given to the top 3 overall female and male finishers.
• Age Group Winners: The top 3 in each age group will be recognized.
• Special Awards: Awards for best spirit, costume, oldest and youngest runners, and best pet costume will also be given at the race.

T-Shirt 👕 Registration Details

We offer Youth Small to Large, Adult Small to 3X-Large, or No Shirt option. Please register by November 1 to guarantee a race shirt!

💰 Proceeds and Community Support

All proceeds from the Turkey Trot provide direct financial assistance to kids and families in our community through the Y's Annual Campaign, ensuring everyone has the opportunity for a Y membership, program participation, life-saving swim lessons, preschool, afterschool care, summer camp, youth sports, and so much more.

The YMCA is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

📅 Schedule of Events

Tuscarawas County YMCA, 600 Monroe St. Dover Ohio 44622

• Wednesday, November 25: 4:00-7:00 PM - Pre-Packet Pickup
• Thursday, November 26 = Race Day:
• 6:30-8:00 AM - Packet Pickup
• 8:45 AM - Pre-race Announcements and Spirit Awards
• 9:00 AM - Race Start
• 9:30 AM - Awards Pickup

🥇 Detailed Awards Information

Top 3 Overall Men & Women

Top 3 Men & Women in the following age groups:

• 14 & Under
• 15-19
• 20-24
• 25-29
• 30-34
• 35-39
• 40-44
• 45-49
• 50-54
• 55-59
• 60-64
• 65-69
• 70-74
• 75-79
• 80 & Over

Top 1 in Best Spirit, Costume, Oldest, and Youngest Runners

Top 1 in Best Pet Costume

For more information, visit the event page: Tuscarawas County YMCA Turkey Trot.