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37545 Detroit Road , OH, Avon OH

Thursday, November 27th, 2025

🦃 The Karen P Nakon Turkey Dash

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 22 years, the Turkey Dash has raised over $500,000 for our mission.

🎽 Race Perks

  • Turkey Dash race shirt:
  • Post-run snacks: including pumpkin pie & fruit
  • 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 26th

  • 5:00-7:00 PM: Packet Pickup/Registration (AHS Auxiliary Gym)

Thursday, November 27th

  • 7:00 AM: Packet Pickup/Registration (AHS Auxiliary Gym)
  • 9:00 AM: 5k Start
  • 10:00 AM: Awards

📝 Registration

Opens 9/2/2025

  • 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/2025-turkey-dash to become a sponsor of the event!

Cut-off for name/logo on swag is November 1, 2025.

  • Turkey Dash - Put my name on the sweatshirt: $500
  • Turkey Dash - Put my name on the shirt & sponsorship banner: $1,000
  • Turkey Dash - Put my name on the shirt, sponsorship banner & Mile Marker signs: $2,500
  • Turkey Dash - Put my name on the shirt, sponsorship banner & finish line signs: $5,000

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