18th Annual Trot Against Poverty 5K
- Date Thu 27th November 2025
- Time 7:30AM EST
- Location Vero Beach, Florida
- Price $38.10
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 18th Annual Trot Against Poverty 5K, taking place on Thursday, November 27, 2025, at the scenic Riverside Park in Vero Beach, Indian River! This family-friendly event invites everyone to join in the fun, whether you're a seasoned runner, a casual jogger, or just looking to enjoy a leisurely walk. Gather with over 2,000 participants and the beloved 25-foot inflatable Turkey Tom for a memorable Thanksgiving Day tradition that promotes community spirit and raises awareness for United Against Poverty.
As the largest 5K on Florida's Treasure Coast, this event not only offers an exciting race but also supports a vital cause—helping individuals and families lift themselves out of poverty. Be one of the first 1,700 registrants to snag a coveted race shirt, and don't miss out on the opportunity to compete for awards in various categories, including overall male and female winners, fastest stroller, and top finishers in every age group. Mark your calendars for a day of fitness, fun, and philanthropy that you won't want to miss!
As the largest 5K on Florida's Treasure Coast, this event not only offers an exciting race but also supports a vital cause—helping individuals and families lift themselves out of poverty. Be one of the first 1,700 registrants to snag a coveted race shirt, and don't miss out on the opportunity to compete for awards in various categories, including overall male and female winners, fastest stroller, and top finishers in every age group. Mark your calendars for a day of fitness, fun, and philanthropy that you won't want to miss!
Organiser's Description
WE ARE BACK AT RIVERSIDE PARK!
THE LARGEST 5K ON THE TREASURE COAST IS BACK FOR ITS 18TH YEAR! THE THANKSGIVING DAY TROT AGAINST POVERTY 5K IS FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY WHETHER YOU PREFER TO RUN, JOG, OR WALK! SHAKE A TAIL FEATHER WITH 2,000 TROTTERS AND TURKEY TOM, THE 25FT INFLATABLE TURKEY, FOR A COMMUNITY TRADITION YOU WON'T FORGET!
THIS WILDLY POPULAR EVENT RAISES FUNDS AND AWARENESS FOR UNITED AGAINST POVERTY. UAP IS A NONPROFIT CELEBRATING OUR 20TH ANNIVERSARY OF HELPING TENS OF THOUSANDS OF INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES LIVING IN POVERTY TO LIFT THEMSELVES TO ECONOMIC SELF-SUFFICIENCY.
PACKET PICKUP:
PRE-RACE PACKET PICKUP WILL TAKE PLACE ON TUESDAY (11/25) AND WEDNESDAY (11/26) FROM 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM AT UNITED AGAINST POVERTY'S IRC CAMPUS (1400 27TH ST VERO BEACH, FL 32960)
CLICK HERE FOR DIRECTIONS [https://www.google.com/maps/place/1400+27th+St,+Vero+Beach,+FL+32960/@27.6475605,-80.403603,17z/data=!4m13!1m7!3m6!1s0x88de5efafb57abf9:0x98c27a091bfe982c!2s1400+27th+St,+Vero+Beach,+FL+32960!3b1!8m2!3d27.6475605!4d-80.4014143!3m4!1s0x88de5efafb57abf9:0x98c27a091bfe982c!8m2!3d27.6475605!4d-80.4014143]
RACE T-SHIRT:
THE MUCH COVETED TROT RACE SHIRTS WILL BE AVAILABLE TO THE FIRST 1,700 REGISTRANTS. DON'T WAIT, SIGN UP EARLY!
AWARDS:
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OVERALL MALE & FEMALE
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MASTERS (40+) MALE & FEMALE
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FASTEST STROLLER MALE AND FEMALE
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TOP 3 MALES & FEMALES IN EACH AGE GROUP: 9 & UNDER, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+
*
NON-BINARY OVERALL
THE LARGEST 5K ON THE TREASURE COAST IS BACK FOR ITS 18TH YEAR! THE THANKSGIVING DAY TROT AGAINST POVERTY 5K IS FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY WHETHER YOU PREFER TO RUN, JOG, OR WALK! SHAKE A TAIL FEATHER WITH 2,000 TROTTERS AND TURKEY TOM, THE 25FT INFLATABLE TURKEY, FOR A COMMUNITY TRADITION YOU WON'T FORGET!
THIS WILDLY POPULAR EVENT RAISES FUNDS AND AWARENESS FOR UNITED AGAINST POVERTY. UAP IS A NONPROFIT CELEBRATING OUR 20TH ANNIVERSARY OF HELPING TENS OF THOUSANDS OF INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES LIVING IN POVERTY TO LIFT THEMSELVES TO ECONOMIC SELF-SUFFICIENCY.
PACKET PICKUP:
PRE-RACE PACKET PICKUP WILL TAKE PLACE ON TUESDAY (11/25) AND WEDNESDAY (11/26) FROM 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM AT UNITED AGAINST POVERTY'S IRC CAMPUS (1400 27TH ST VERO BEACH, FL 32960)
CLICK HERE FOR DIRECTIONS [https://www.google.com/maps/place/1400+27th+St,+Vero+Beach,+FL+32960/@27.6475605,-80.403603,17z/data=!4m13!1m7!3m6!1s0x88de5efafb57abf9:0x98c27a091bfe982c!2s1400+27th+St,+Vero+Beach,+FL+32960!3b1!8m2!3d27.6475605!4d-80.4014143!3m4!1s0x88de5efafb57abf9:0x98c27a091bfe982c!8m2!3d27.6475605!4d-80.4014143]
RACE T-SHIRT:
THE MUCH COVETED TROT RACE SHIRTS WILL BE AVAILABLE TO THE FIRST 1,700 REGISTRANTS. DON'T WAIT, SIGN UP EARLY!
AWARDS:
*
OVERALL MALE & FEMALE
*
MASTERS (40+) MALE & FEMALE
*
FASTEST STROLLER MALE AND FEMALE
*
TOP 3 MALES & FEMALES IN EACH AGE GROUP: 9 & UNDER, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+
*
NON-BINARY OVERALL
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