Aurora Turkey Trot 5K & Mashed Potato Mile
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About the Race
Race Date: Thursday, November 26, 2026 Day-of Schedule: 7:00am: Day-of Packet Pickup 8:00am: 1 Mile Race 8:30am: 5K Race Early Packet Pickup: Wednesday, November 25 Location: Aurora High School (cafeteria entrance) Time: 4-6pm Accepting Food Donations: Get into the giving spirit of Thanksgiving; bring a donation to packet pickup Non-perishable items only No expired items Most Needed Items: Peanut butter & jelly Snack items Canned soup Canned fruit Pasta & pasta sauce Event details are subject...
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How hard is the Aurora Turkey Trot 5K & Mashed Potato Mile Other?
We don't have a verified elevation profile yet — check the organizer's course map for the climb breakdown.
What should I wear?
Dress for ~10°F warmer than the standing temperature once you start running. Throwaway long-sleeve at the start, gloves and a hat for sub-50°F mornings, singlet plus visor when it climbs above 60°F. The race-day forecast above is the source of truth closer to the date.
When does it sell out?
No published deadline. Most races raise the entry fee in tiers and can sell out without warning — sign up early if you're committed.
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