2025 GVSU Turkey Trot
- Date Sat 22nd November 2025
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Allendale, Michigan
- Price $27.50
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for the 2025 GVSU Turkey Trot, happening on Saturday, November 22nd, in the picturesque Allendale, Ottawa! This exciting 5k race is back for its 12th year, inviting runners of all ages to join in the fun and burn some pre-Thanksgiving calories while supporting a great cause. The race kicks off at 9 am, with a flat and paved course that promises a fast, enjoyable experience for all participants. Runners will start and finish under the iconic blue transformational link, making for a memorable race day backdrop.
Participants can look forward to earning a commemorative t-shirt and competing for medals in various age categories, from 0-10 to 70+. Plus, all proceeds support the GVSU Run Club, helping to nurture student-athletes' passion for running. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this festive event—whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun way to kick off the holiday season, the Turkey Trot is the perfect opportunity! Mark your calendars and join us at 1 Campus Dr, Allendale, MI for a day of excitement and community spirit!
Participants can look forward to earning a commemorative t-shirt and competing for medals in various age categories, from 0-10 to 70+. Plus, all proceeds support the GVSU Run Club, helping to nurture student-athletes' passion for running. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this festive event—whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun way to kick off the holiday season, the Turkey Trot is the perfect opportunity! Mark your calendars and join us at 1 Campus Dr, Allendale, MI for a day of excitement and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
Description:
Back for its 12th year, the Turkey Trot 5k is returning to Grand Valley's beautiful campus! Join us the Saturday before Thanksgiving, November 22nd, to burn some pre-thanksgiving calories and earn a commemorative t-shirt (and PR). This year's course includes a start and finish under the iconic blue transformational link, a flat and paved (fast) course, and course marshals at nearly every turn. Best of all, proceeds benefit the GVSU Run Club, helping support student-athletes and their passion for running. So come trot for a cause!
AWARDS
Medals will be given to the top three in each age category.
Age Categories: 0-10, 11-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
RACE DETAILS
Start time: 9 am. Course will be open through 10 am. Participants who have not finished by 10 am are welcome to finish their race; however, course marshals may not be present and finish time may not be officially recorded.
Packet pickup:
4-7 pm on Friday, November 21st at Gazelle Sports in Grandville
7:30-9 am before the race on November 22nd in the Cook deWitt Center.
Parking: Park for free in Lot H student or faculty parking. Do not park in the "pay to park" spots (unless you want to pay to park there).
Race address: 1 Campus Dr, Allendale, MI 49401
Map: https://drive.google.com/file/d/12tunIbRWm8TiSGEb5o7PFbKVF8Rr0jh_/view?usp=sharing
PRICE
$20 until July 31st
$25 until October 15th
$30 until race day
CONTACT
[email protected]
Follow us on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577601902304] for more info and important updates!
See what the run club's up to on Instagram @gvsu.xc.tfclub
SPONSORS
Gazelle Sports - drop by the Grandville location November 21st or 22nd and mention the race for a 10% discount!
Back for its 12th year, the Turkey Trot 5k is returning to Grand Valley's beautiful campus! Join us the Saturday before Thanksgiving, November 22nd, to burn some pre-thanksgiving calories and earn a commemorative t-shirt (and PR). This year's course includes a start and finish under the iconic blue transformational link, a flat and paved (fast) course, and course marshals at nearly every turn. Best of all, proceeds benefit the GVSU Run Club, helping support student-athletes and their passion for running. So come trot for a cause!
AWARDS
Medals will be given to the top three in each age category.
Age Categories: 0-10, 11-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
RACE DETAILS
Start time: 9 am. Course will be open through 10 am. Participants who have not finished by 10 am are welcome to finish their race; however, course marshals may not be present and finish time may not be officially recorded.
Packet pickup:
4-7 pm on Friday, November 21st at Gazelle Sports in Grandville
7:30-9 am before the race on November 22nd in the Cook deWitt Center.
Parking: Park for free in Lot H student or faculty parking. Do not park in the "pay to park" spots (unless you want to pay to park there).
Race address: 1 Campus Dr, Allendale, MI 49401
Map: https://drive.google.com/file/d/12tunIbRWm8TiSGEb5o7PFbKVF8Rr0jh_/view?usp=sharing
PRICE
$20 until July 31st
$25 until October 15th
$30 until race day
CONTACT
[email protected]
Follow us on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577601902304] for more info and important updates!
See what the run club's up to on Instagram @gvsu.xc.tfclub
SPONSORS
Gazelle Sports - drop by the Grandville location November 21st or 22nd and mention the race for a 10% discount!
Races
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5K Walk/Run
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 22nd November 2025 (9:00AM EST)
$27.50
Paved single-loop course.
2025 GVSU Turkey Trot
