
DAVE'S TURKEY CHASE 5K, presented by First Solar
Thu, Nov 26, 2026, 9:00 AM EST
- Location
- Toledo, OH
- 215 N Summit St, Jefferson / Summit Downtown Toledo, 43604
- Type
- RUN
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At a glance
A beloved Thanksgiving tradition in Toledo, offering a family-friendly 5K and walk to benefit Cherry Street Mission Ministries.
- Fun
- Festive
- For a Cause
Great for
- Family Friendly
Embrace a cherished Thanksgiving Day tradition with Dave's Turkey Chase 5K in Downtown Toledo. This annual event, presented by First Solar, offers a wonderful opportunity for families to gather for a fun run or walk. Beyond the physical activity, it's a meaningful way to give back, as all proceeds and collected donations directly support Cherry Street Mission Ministries. Join fellow runners and walkers to celebrate gratitude, enjoy the festive atmosphere, and contribute to a vital community cause.
What to expect
- Enjoy a flat 5K or 1-mile walk through Downtown Toledo, passing local landmarks.
- A kids run and virtual option are available for broader participation.
- Bring donations of hygiene items or new undergarments for Cherry Street Mission.
Standout details
- Thanksgiving Day tradition
- Benefits Cherry Street Mission Ministries
- Family package pricing
- Donation drive for hygiene items & undergarments
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Distances & registration
4 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 1 Miles
Thu, Nov 26, 9:05 AM EST · From $29.06
Opens Dec 2, 2025, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Nov 26, 2026, 4:15 AM EST
- 5K
Thu, Nov 26, 9:00 AM EST · From $31.18
Opens Dec 2, 2025, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Nov 26, 2026, 4:06 AM EST
KIDS TURKEY CHASE
Thu, Nov 26, 8:30 AM EST · From $0.00
Opens Dec 2, 2025, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Nov 26, 2026, 3:30 AM EST
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VIRTUAL TURKEY CHASE
Thu, Nov 26, 9:00 AM EST · From $24.82
Opens Dec 2, 2025, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Nov 18, 2026, 7:59 AM EST
Vibe Check
Easygoing
The course
- Flat
- Family-oriented
From the organizer
THANKS GIVING TRADITION
presented by First Solar
The annual Dave’s Turkey Chase 5K, presented by First Solar is the ideal Thanksgiving day family fun run/walk. With media sponsor WTOL 11 in Downtown Toledo, the event also includes a one mile walk, a kids run and a virtual option -- all to benefit Cherry Street Mission Ministries.
The 5K and 1 Mile events start outside the Glass City Center at Summit St./ Jefferson, heads past 5/3 Field, onto Huron St. passing by the Huntington Center and continues across Cherry St, then back onto Summit St. to the finish in front of Promenade Park.
Bring Donations for Cherry Street Mission — The most needed items are travel sized personal hygiene items and men's and women's undergarments (new only please). Join us in showing thanks by giving to help others, and burn off the day’s extra calories in the process.
FAMILY PACKAGE PRICING Register for the 5K together to receive a discounted rate (minimum registrants = 4).
Start Time : 9:00am Course Open : 1.5 hours Maximum Field : 5,500 Runners Minimum Age : 6 on Race Day
Our Presenting Sponsor, First Solar:
Leading the World’s Sustainable Energy Future
Founded in 1999, First Solar is a leading American solar technology company and global provider of responsibly produced eco-efficient solar modules advancing the fight against climate change. The company is unique among the world’s ten largest solar manufacturers for being the only US-headquartered company and not manufacturing in China. First Solar’s advanced thin film photovoltaic (PV) modules represent the next generation of solar technologies, providing a competitive, high-performance, lower-carbon alternative to conventional crystalline silicon (c-Si) PV panels.
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