2026 Calvary Turkey Trot
- Date Thu 26th November 2026
- Time 8:00AM CST
- Location Alexandria, Louisiana
- Price $27.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 2026 Calvary Turkey Trot, taking place on Thanksgiving Day, November 26th, 2026, in the vibrant city of Alexandria, Rapides! This festive event promises a wonderful way to kick off your holiday celebrations with friends and family. Participants can choose between a fun 1-Mile race starting at 8:00 AM or challenge themselves with a 5K race beginning at 8:30 AM.
Grab your chance to register online until the race begins, or join in person during packet pickup at Calvary Baptist Church on November 25th from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM, or at the start line on race day from 7:00 AM to 7:45 AM. All finishers will be treated to refreshments, and awards will be presented for the top male and female finishers, as well as in various age groups for both races. Be sure to register by November 15th to secure your preferred race shirt. Don’t miss out on this exciting community event—let's trot our way to a joyful Thanksgiving!
Grab your chance to register online until the race begins, or join in person during packet pickup at Calvary Baptist Church on November 25th from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM, or at the start line on race day from 7:00 AM to 7:45 AM. All finishers will be treated to refreshments, and awards will be presented for the top male and female finishers, as well as in various age groups for both races. Be sure to register by November 15th to secure your preferred race shirt. Don’t miss out on this exciting community event—let's trot our way to a joyful Thanksgiving!
Organiser's Description
Event Schedule:
Online Registration will stay open until the race starts, or you can still register in person at packet pickup or the morning of the race!
Wednesday, November 25, 2026
12:00pm - 5:00pm - Packet Pickup - Calvary Baptist Church
Thursday, November 26, 2026 (Thanksgiving Day)
7:00am - 7:45am - Packet Pickup - Start Line
8:00am - 1 Mile Race Start
8:30am - 5K Race Start
Awards Ceremony - Immediately following the 5K Race
Awards given for 1st, 2nd and 3rd Place Overall Male and Female, and for individual Age Groups in both the 5k and 1 Mile Races.
(5k Age Groups: 10 & under, 11-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 & over)
(1 Mile Age Groups: 5 & under, 6-7, 8-9, 10-11, 12-13, 14-17, 18 & over)
Registrations received on or before 11:59pm on Sunday, November 15, 2025, will receive a shirt in their preferred size at packet pickup. Late and Race day registrants may receive a shirt as long as any extras in their preferred size are available, but there are no guarantees - so sign up early! Refreshments will be provided to all participants at the finish.
Online Registration will stay open until the race starts, or you can still register in person at packet pickup or the morning of the race!
Wednesday, November 25, 2026
12:00pm - 5:00pm - Packet Pickup - Calvary Baptist Church
Thursday, November 26, 2026 (Thanksgiving Day)
7:00am - 7:45am - Packet Pickup - Start Line
8:00am - 1 Mile Race Start
8:30am - 5K Race Start
Awards Ceremony - Immediately following the 5K Race
Awards given for 1st, 2nd and 3rd Place Overall Male and Female, and for individual Age Groups in both the 5k and 1 Mile Races.
(5k Age Groups: 10 & under, 11-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 & over)
(1 Mile Age Groups: 5 & under, 6-7, 8-9, 10-11, 12-13, 14-17, 18 & over)
Registrations received on or before 11:59pm on Sunday, November 15, 2025, will receive a shirt in their preferred size at packet pickup. Late and Race day registrants may receive a shirt as long as any extras in their preferred size are available, but there are no guarantees - so sign up early! Refreshments will be provided to all participants at the finish.
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