2024 PPTC Turkey Trot: Race for Reconciliation 5 Miler
- Date Thu 28th November 2024
- Location Brooklyn, New York
- Price $48.70 - $107.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready for the 2024 PPTC Turkey Trot: Race for Reconciliation, a beloved Brooklyn tradition that brings the community together in a festive spirit! This exciting 5-mile race will take place in the scenic Prospect Park on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 28th, 2024. Runners can choose between two waves, starting at 8:15 AM and 9:00 AM, allowing for a fun and competitive atmosphere tailored to various paces. Whether you're a seasoned athlete aiming for a top finish or a casual runner enjoying the holiday vibes, this event promises to be an uplifting experience for all.
This year marks a special collaboration with the American Indian Community House, emphasizing the importance of promoting cultural awareness and respect. Participants can look forward to a delightful baked treat for the overall winners, making this race even sweeter! Join us rain or shine for this memorable event, and don't forget to complete the 5-mile course by the 10:40 AM cutoff to ensure a fantastic finish. Gather your friends and family and kick off the holiday season with joy, camaraderie, and community spirit at the Turkey Trot!
This year marks a special collaboration with the American Indian Community House, emphasizing the importance of promoting cultural awareness and respect. Participants can look forward to a delightful baked treat for the overall winners, making this race even sweeter! Join us rain or shine for this memorable event, and don't forget to complete the 5-mile course by the 10:40 AM cutoff to ensure a fantastic finish. Gather your friends and family and kick off the holiday season with joy, camaraderie, and community spirit at the Turkey Trot!
Organiser's Description
ABOUT THE RACE FOR RECONCILIATION
One of Brooklyns most popular races, this spectacular 5-miler is the perfect way to kick off your holiday season! The race will be held on THANKSGIVING DAY: THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 28TH IN PROSPECT PARK, BROOKLYN. Like last year, we will assign participants into two waves, based on your estimated pace, STARTING AT 8:15AM AND 9:00AM. You may drop back to wave 2 to run with others, BUT YOU CANNOT MOVE FROM WAVE 2 TO WAVE 1. If you want to compete for an overall 1st, 2nd, or 3rd place, you must be in the first wave. Overall winners will receive a baked treat!
THIS YEAR MARKS OUR THIRD YEAR PARTNERING WITH THE AMERICAN INDIAN COMMUNITY HOUSE [https://www.aich.org/about](AICH) WHOSE MISSION IS TO IMPROVE AND PROMOTE THE WELL-BEING OF THE AMERICAN INDIAN COMMUNITY AND TO INCREASE THE VISIBILITY OF AMERICAN INDIAN CULTURES IN AN URBAN SETTING IN ORDER TO CULTIVATE AWARENESS, UNDERSTANDING AND RESPECT.
* Prospect Park Track Club welcomes athletes with all abilities, and if you have questions about race accommodations, please email us [email protected].
* Races will take place rain or shine. Any decision to cancel due to dangerous weather conditions will be announced the morning of the race, and will be messaged through email, PPTC social media, and updates on this website.
The course will close at precisely 10:40am in order to return the park to the public and relieve all of the volunteers. All participants are expected to complete the 5-mile course by the cutoff time.
One of Brooklyns most popular races, this spectacular 5-miler is the perfect way to kick off your holiday season! The race will be held on THANKSGIVING DAY: THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 28TH IN PROSPECT PARK, BROOKLYN. Like last year, we will assign participants into two waves, based on your estimated pace, STARTING AT 8:15AM AND 9:00AM. You may drop back to wave 2 to run with others, BUT YOU CANNOT MOVE FROM WAVE 2 TO WAVE 1. If you want to compete for an overall 1st, 2nd, or 3rd place, you must be in the first wave. Overall winners will receive a baked treat!
THIS YEAR MARKS OUR THIRD YEAR PARTNERING WITH THE AMERICAN INDIAN COMMUNITY HOUSE [https://www.aich.org/about](AICH) WHOSE MISSION IS TO IMPROVE AND PROMOTE THE WELL-BEING OF THE AMERICAN INDIAN COMMUNITY AND TO INCREASE THE VISIBILITY OF AMERICAN INDIAN CULTURES IN AN URBAN SETTING IN ORDER TO CULTIVATE AWARENESS, UNDERSTANDING AND RESPECT.
* Prospect Park Track Club welcomes athletes with all abilities, and if you have questions about race accommodations, please email us [email protected].
* Races will take place rain or shine. Any decision to cancel due to dangerous weather conditions will be announced the morning of the race, and will be messaged through email, PPTC social media, and updates on this website.
The course will close at precisely 10:40am in order to return the park to the public and relieve all of the volunteers. All participants are expected to complete the 5-mile course by the cutoff time.
Races
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2024 PPTC Turkey Trot: Race for Reconciliation 5 Miler
Incl. $3.70 Fee & Toasty Turkey Trot Toque
Thu 28th November 2024 (8:00AM EST)
$48.70
Participants will receive our beloved fuzzy, warm Turkey Trot Hat, unless you choose to OPT-OUT during registration, and all finishers can collect a medal after the finish line. -
2024 PPTC Turkey Trot: Race for Reconciliation 5 Miler CHARITY BIB
Incl. $7.00 Fee & Toasty Turkey Trot Toque
Thu 28th November 2024 (8:00AM EST)
$107.00
Charity Bib proceeds will go directly to our 2024 Community Partner, The American Indian Community House. Charity Bib participants will receive our beloved fuzzy, warm Turkey Trot Hat, unless you choose to OPT-OUT during registration, and all finishers can collect a medal after the finish line. If you wish to make an additional donation to The American Indian Community House, you may do so before you check out by clicking the 'DONATE' button.
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