# The Karen P Nakon Turkey Dash (Thanksgiving 5K Run/Walk)

> Event for families in the Cleveland area (OH). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Thu, Nov 26 · 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
- Where: Avon High School, 37545 Detroit Rd, Avon, OH 44011
- Ages: All ages; child registration for 12 & under
- Price: Child (12 & under) $25 early bird, adult $35 early bird; higher after Nov 1
- Organizer: Karen P. Nakon Foundation
- Official page: https://runsignup.com/Race/OH/Avon/NFTurkeyDash
- Last checked: Fri, Oct 30

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## About

The Nakon Foundation's family-friendly Thanksgiving morning 5K run/walk at Avon High School draws over 1,500 runners, walkers and spectators, with child registration for kids 12 and under. Proceeds help Northern Ohio families affected by breast cancer.

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