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Mansfield and Lexington Turkey Trot

Mansfield and Lexington Turkey Trot

Mansfield and Lexington Turkey Trot offers a festive Thanksgiving Day run with unique hat and tutu giveaways.

Race Date

Nov 26, 2026

Location

Mansfield, OH

Solid Pick50

Quick facts

Date
Thursday, November 26, 2026
Location
Mansfield, Ohio
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K, 100m, 13.1 Miles
Course
Loop Course
Terrain
Road
USATF certified
Not listed
Finishers on record
105

Highlights

Good For

Beginner Friendly

Atmosphere

Local CommunityParty FinishGreat SwagGreat Medal

The Experience

Kick off Thanksgiving Day with the Mansfield and Lexington Turkey Trot, a beloved local tradition. This chip-timed event, first run in 2022 and now in its third edition, offers a festive start to the holiday. Runners can choose from a variety of fun giveaways, including numerous hat options, tutus, or long-sleeve shirts, with the chance to upgrade to a hooded sweatshirt.

The race begins and ends on the historic B&O Railway Trail, providing a scenic backdrop for the 5K, 10K, and half marathon events. With an average of about 19% repeat runners, this race has cultivated a loyal following. Participants can expect a personal pie, donut, or cookie as a sweet treat post-race, alongside snacks, refreshments, and a custom finisher's medal, making it a memorable way to celebrate the holiday.

Race-provided description

What a great way to kick off Thanksgiving Day with family and friends! The start & finish line will be on the historic B&O Railway Trail behind the Heartland Church in Lexington, Ohio. The event kicks off with the Kids Fun Run at 9:00am followed by the Half Marathon, 10k and 5k races at 9:15am.   Participants will receive their choice of one of the many following items: a turkey hat or elf hat or santa hat (approximately 20 different hat options to choose from during packet pickup) or tutu (multiple colors to choose from) or long sleeve shirt (3 different print designs to choose from on a first come, first serve basis at packet pickup) or an upgraded "Burning Thighs Before Pies" hooded sweatshirt. Every registrant will also receive a custom race bib, finishers medal, a sweet treat in the form of a personal pie, donut and/or cookie, chip timed race, instant results, snacks, refreshments AND MORE!! If you choose a hat or tutu as your giveaway item you'll pick your style and/or color during packet pickup. If you want more than one giveaway item you can purchase additional items during the online registration process.   Race Start Times: The Kids Fun Run will start first at 9:00am followed by the Half, 10k and 5k. Kids Fun Run – 9:00am Half Marathon, 10k & 5k - 9:15am   FAQ: This run will be chip timed and it is very important that you visibly wear your bib on the front of your chest/body when crossing the start and finish line to ensure an accurate race time. We do allow strollers at this event. We LOVE dogs but unfortunately due to the size of this race we cannot allow dogs on course. However, dogs are 100% welcome to hang out at the start/finish line and give you tons of love once you cross the finish line! Anyone who wants to start the race after the main group has begun the run is more than welcome to and your time will still be accurate. Headphones/iPod/mp3 devices are allowed, though are strongly not recommended. It is the participant’s responsibility to make sure that they do not impair their ability to hear and detect present or potential hazards and dangers as well as verbal instructions from course marshals. If at any time you or someone else on course is in need of assistance throughout the run please notify a course marshal or dial 911 in case of an emergency and then please let the closest course marshal know as well. The run will start rain, snow or shine. The run could be delayed due to lightning or other dangerous conditions. The above schedule is weather-dependent.

Logistics

Race Day

Thursday, November 26, 2026

Start Time

9:15 AM

Giveaway

Hat, Shirt or Tutu

Start Location

2505 Lexington Springmill Rd S, Mansfield, OH, 44904

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

road

Surface

Paved

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

5K10K100m13.1 Miles

Course Map

Quality Score

Solid Pick50
Methodology
Heritage6/20

3 years running

Size8/15

~36 finishers a year

Momentum3/5

small race — neutral

Loyalty19/20

19% returning runners

Course & details5/15

3 timing sources

National draw4/10

runners from 5 states

Front-pack speed3/5

winner 1:22:06

Weather2/10

typical high 43°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

31°

Afternoon (High)

43°

Cool conditions — dress in layers, perfect for fast times

0.1"

Precipitation

13 mph

Wind

72%

Humidity

Historical Finish Times

How 105 finishers actually crossed the line across 3 years.

Most recent

2025

Total finishers

105

Median time

2:07:04

Latest turnout

36

States

15

10%
25%
75%
90%
1:20p50 median ≈ 2:053:05

Turnout by year

2023–2025

'23'24'25
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Frequently asked

When is the Mansfield and Lexington Turkey Trot?

The Mansfield and Lexington Turkey Trot is held on Thursday, November 26, 2026, starting at 9:15 AM.

Where does the Mansfield and Lexington Turkey Trot take place?

It takes place in Mansfield, Ohio.

What distances does the Mansfield and Lexington Turkey Trot offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 10K, 100m, 13.1 Miles.

Is the Mansfield and Lexington Turkey Trot course flat and good for a PR?

The Mansfield and Lexington Turkey Trot is a ultra-flat, loop course course.

How many people run the Mansfield and Lexington Turkey Trot?

HalfRuns has finish records for 105 runners who have completed the Mansfield and Lexington Turkey Trot.

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