

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
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
Atmosphere
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
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
Quality Score
Solid Pick503 years running
~36 finishers a year
small race — neutral
19% returning runners
3 timing sources
runners from 5 states
winner 1:22:06
typical high 43°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (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
Turnout by year
2023–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
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.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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