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

Race Perks:

Turkey Dash race long sleeve T-shirt or upgrade to sweatshirt for additional $15

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 25th

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

Thursday, November 26th

7:00 AM: Packet Pickup/Registration (AHS Auxiliary Gym)

9:00 AM: 5k Start

10:00 AM: Awards

Registration:

Opens 9/2/2026 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, 2026

Fun Run Sponsor - Name on the sweatshirt - $500 Community Sponsor - Name on the shirt & sponsorship banner - $1,000 Pacesetter Sponsor - Name on the shirt, sponsorship banner & Mile Marker signs - $2,500 Finish Line Sponsor - Name on the shirt, sponsorship banner & finish line signs - $5,000

Community Wall

Open the wall →

No posts yet — start the conversation →

The Karen P Nakon Turkey Dash

The Karen P Nakon Turkey Dash

About This Event

Community Wall

Distances