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| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Mile | 1 Mile | Nov 26, 20268:00 AM | $20$25 after Oct 27, 2026 | – |
| Gobble & Go Combo | – | Nov 26, 20268:00 AM | $35$40 after Oct 27, 2026 | – |
| 5K | 5K | Nov 26, 20268:30 AM | $25$30 after Oct 27, 2026 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The 1 Mile fee goes up to $25 on Oct 27, 2026.
Online registration closes Nov 26, 2026, unless the race fills first.
At $25, entry is about 17 percent below a typical 5K in Ohio, which costs $30 right now.
A typical finisher at a 5K in Ohio runs 35:17, about 11:21 a mile, based on 1,003 races with published results. Women typically finish in 38:57 and men in 30:44.
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:26 AM, and the 1 Mile starts at 8:00 AM. The start sits about 1,100 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
109 W. Pioneer Trail, Aurora, OH 44202
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. Course maps are the organizers' own.
Aggregated from official results (Hermes Sports & Events) for Aurora Turkey Trot 5K & Mashed Potato Mile. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
At the 2025 5K, the fastest tenth finished in 22:51 or better, the top quarter in 26:09, and half the field in 30:50; the last tenth came in after 45:58.
At the 2025 1 Mile, the fastest tenth finished in 8:03 or better, the top quarter in 9:37, and half the field in 11:50; the last tenth came in after 17:57.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| Under 20 | 20:43 | 19:06 |
| 20-29 | 21:44 | 17:28 |
| 30-39 | 25:21 | 19:57 |
| 40-49 | 23:59 | 20:27 |
| 50-59 | 28:31 | 20:54 |
| 60-69 | 32:15 | 27:33 |
| 70+ | 35:13 | 35:31 |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
Where a finish time would have placed in 2025.
Up 57 percent since 2021.
All events combined, from official results.
From 2021 to 2025, the field went from 489 to 769 finishers, and the median time rose from 28:29 to 30:50.
| Year | Finishers | Median | Fastest tenth | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 769 (+2%) | 30:50 | under 22:51 | 16:11 |
| 2024 | 756 (-4%) | 29:11 | under 21:24 | 14:51 |
| 2023 | 787 (+25%) | 28:13 | under 21:21 | 15:39 |
| 2022 | 630 (+29%) | 29:46 | under 21:55 | 15:54 |
| 2021 | 489 | 28:29 | under 21:18 | 14:44 |
From each year's official results for the 5K; virtual options are left out.
Faster than most Ohio 5Ks
The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 26:09, against 28:16 in a typical Ohio 5K, so times here run 7 percent faster.
Compares the fastest quarter of each field, so walkers and first-timers do not skew it. It reflects the course and the field together: a flat course, cool weather, or a competitive crowd all make times faster.
Around November 26 the day usually runs from 30°F at dawn to 44°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 32% of days. Cold snaps dip to 21°F and hot years reach 52°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
What the organizers of Aurora Turkey Trot 5K & Mashed Potato Mile cover on their registration page, in brief.
Rules and FAQ
GENERAL QUESTIONS. When does the race begin? 1 Mile: 8am. 5K: 8:30am. Where does the race begin? The race will begin and end at Aurora High School, passing through the Aurora Schools Campus during the course. Click here for course maps for…
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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
4-6pm
Aurora High School
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.