130th Annual YMCA Buffalo Niagara Turkey Trot
- Date Thu 27th November 2025 - Sun 30th November 2025
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Buffalo, New York
- Price $39.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 130th Annual YMCA Buffalo Niagara Turkey Trot, taking place from November 27th to November 30th, 2025, in the vibrant city of Buffalo, Erie! This iconic event features an exhilarating 8K (4.97-mile) road race held on Thanksgiving morning, making it a cherished tradition for both locals and visitors alike. As the oldest consecutively run footrace in the world, this year's Turkey Trot is expected to draw in around 14,000 participants of all ages and abilities, all coming together to celebrate fitness and community spirit.
Join the fun and make memories while supporting the YMCA's charitable mission to empower youth and promote healthy living in Western New York. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a first-time participant, the YMCA Turkey Trot is more than just a race; it's a celebration of togetherness and the joy of giving back. Don't miss out on being a part of this historic event that promises to be an unforgettable experience!
Join the fun and make memories while supporting the YMCA's charitable mission to empower youth and promote healthy living in Western New York. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a first-time participant, the YMCA Turkey Trot is more than just a race; it's a celebration of togetherness and the joy of giving back. Don't miss out on being a part of this historic event that promises to be an unforgettable experience!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US IN CELEBRATING THE RUNNING OF THE 130TH ANNUAL YMCA TURKEY TROT.
THE YMCA TURKEY TROT IS AN 8K (4.97 MILE) ROAD RACE HELD ANNUALLY ON THANKSGIVING MORNING IN THE CITY OF BUFFALO. KNOWN TO BE THE OLDEST CONSECUTIVELY RUN FOOTRACE IN THE WORLD, THE YMCA TURKEY TROT IS CELEBRATING ITS 129TH START THIS NOVEMBER!
THIS EVENT IS A TIME-HONORED TRADITION THAT BRINGS TOGETHER 14,000 TROTTERS OF ALL AGES AND ABILITIES IN SUPPORT OF THE YMCAS CHARITABLE MISSION. YOUR PARTICIPATION HELPS TO FUEL THE YMCAS WORK TO EMPOWER YOUTH, PROMOTE HEALTHY DEVELOPMENT, AND BUILD STRONG, THRIVING COMMUNITIES ACROSS WESTERN NEW YORK.
THE YMCA TURKEY TROT IS AN 8K (4.97 MILE) ROAD RACE HELD ANNUALLY ON THANKSGIVING MORNING IN THE CITY OF BUFFALO. KNOWN TO BE THE OLDEST CONSECUTIVELY RUN FOOTRACE IN THE WORLD, THE YMCA TURKEY TROT IS CELEBRATING ITS 129TH START THIS NOVEMBER!
THIS EVENT IS A TIME-HONORED TRADITION THAT BRINGS TOGETHER 14,000 TROTTERS OF ALL AGES AND ABILITIES IN SUPPORT OF THE YMCAS CHARITABLE MISSION. YOUR PARTICIPATION HELPS TO FUEL THE YMCAS WORK TO EMPOWER YOUTH, PROMOTE HEALTHY DEVELOPMENT, AND BUILD STRONG, THRIVING COMMUNITIES ACROSS WESTERN NEW YORK.
Races
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8k Live Run/Walk
Incl. Preferred T-Shirt Size
Thu 27th November 2025 (9:00AM EST)
$39.00
OPENS SOONThis prestigious point-to-point 8k (4.97 miles) begins outside of the Delaware Family YMCA and runs downtown to the Buffalo Niagara Convention Center for an amazing post-race party and the perfect way to kick off your Thanksgiving! -
8k Virtual Run/Walk
Incl. T-Shirt
$39.00
OPENS SOONOpen to the public, anyone in the world can join!
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