Submissions guidelines for FreshWater’s 2025 Turkey Trot Costume Contest


We are now well into November, which means only two things: First, it’s almost time for the 44th annual Cleveland Turkey Trot on Thursday, Nov. 27, with a one-mile fun walk, a 5K, and five-mile race; Second, it’s also almost time for FreshWater Cleveland’s Turkey Trot Costume Contest.

Immediately after Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving, participants who dressed up, or who dressed up their dogs, can submit photos of their costumes to TurkeyTrotPics@freshwatercleveland.com.

Make sure to specify whether the image is for the individuals, group, or pets division. Be sure to list the names and contact information of both the person making the submission and the costumed participants.

Submissions will be accepted until Monday, Dec. 1. Voting begins on Tuesday, Dec. 2 and runs through Monday, Dec. 8 at 12 p.m. The winners of the costume contest will be announced on FreshWater’s site on Wednesday, Dec. 10.