25th Annual Turkey Trot - Portage Township YMCA
- Date Thu 27th November 2025
- Time 8:00AM CST
- Location Portage, Indiana
- Price Free - $27.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the 25th Annual Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving morning, November 27, 2025, at the Portage Township YMCA in Portage, Indiana! This festive event features a competitive 5K race that is professionally timed, along with a fun-filled 1K Kids Non-Competitive Fun Run, making it a perfect way to kick off your holiday celebrations. All proceeds from the event support the YMCA's annual campaign, which provides vital community services such as food assistance, shelter, education, and health programs.
Participants can enjoy a vibrant atmosphere, with awards for top finishers in various age categories, and every 5K registrant will receive a long sleeve event shirt and a custom finisher medal. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a family looking to participate in a fun activity, there's something for everyone at this heartwarming event. Registration is open now, with early bird prices available until October 1st, so donβt wait! Mark your calendars and gear up for a morning of fitness, community spirit, and Thanksgiving cheer!
Participants can enjoy a vibrant atmosphere, with awards for top finishers in various age categories, and every 5K registrant will receive a long sleeve event shirt and a custom finisher medal. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a family looking to participate in a fun activity, there's something for everyone at this heartwarming event. Registration is open now, with early bird prices available until October 1st, so donβt wait! Mark your calendars and gear up for a morning of fitness, community spirit, and Thanksgiving cheer!
Organiser's Description
TURKEY TROT INCLUDES BOTH A FREE 1K KIDS NON-COMPETITIVE FUN RUN AND A COMPETITIVE 5K, PROFESSIONALLY-TIMED RACE OFFERED ON THANKSGIVING MORNING. ALL PROCEEDS FROM THE ENTRY FEES GO TOWARDS OUR ANNUAL CAMPAIGN. THE PORTAGE TOWNSHIP YMCA'S MISSION IS TO PUT CHRISTIAN PRINCIPLES INTO PRACTICE THROUGH PROGRAMS THAT BUILD A HEALTHY SPIRIT, MIND, AND BODY FOR ALL. OUR CAMPAIGN HELPS PROVIDE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES IN OUR COMMUNITY. THE MONEY RAISED HELPS ENSURE OUR FRIENDS AND NEIGHBORS HAVE ACCESS TO PROGRAMS AND SERVICES THAT PROVIDE FOOD, SHELTER, CHRONIC DISEASE MANAGEMENT, EDUCATION, AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY.
REGISTRATION FEES:
EARLY REGISTRATION BEFORE OCT. 1 - $25
REGISTRATION FROM OCT. 1 - NOV. 24 - $35
ON SITE / RACE DAY REGISTRATION - $45
5K RACE INCLUDES A *LONG SLEEVE EVENT SHIRT AND *CUSTOM FINISHER MEDAL
Awards will be presented for each race as follows: Top Overall Male & Female, Top Masters Male & Female, Top 3 Male and Female in the following age groups: 4-7,8-10, 11-14,15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69 and 70 & up
TRAINING GROUP AVAILABLE AT CHECK OUT. GROUP WILL MEET FOR 8 WEEKS ON SATURDAYS, 8:00-9:00 AM AT THE YMCA. FIRST TRAINING DAY OCTOBER 4,2025.
*_FREE CHILD WATCH IS AVAILABLE DURING THE RACE. TURKEY TROT SHIRT IS INCLUDED IN 5K RACE FEE ONLY. SHIRTS ARE GUARANTEED FOR REGISTRANTS THRU 11/1/2025. ADDITIONAL SHIRTS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE UNTIL 11/1/2025._
- PACKET PICKUP IS ON NOVEMBER 26TH FROM 2PM-7PM OR ON RACE DAY BEGINNING AT 7AM -
RACE DAY TIMELINE:
7am Day of Packet Pickup
7am Day of Registration
8am 1K Kids Run- Line up 7:50am
830am 5K Runners- Line up 8:20am; 5K Walkers and Strollers will start immediately following the runners
915am Awards
REGISTRATION FEES:
EARLY REGISTRATION BEFORE OCT. 1 - $25
REGISTRATION FROM OCT. 1 - NOV. 24 - $35
ON SITE / RACE DAY REGISTRATION - $45
5K RACE INCLUDES A *LONG SLEEVE EVENT SHIRT AND *CUSTOM FINISHER MEDAL
Awards will be presented for each race as follows: Top Overall Male & Female, Top Masters Male & Female, Top 3 Male and Female in the following age groups: 4-7,8-10, 11-14,15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69 and 70 & up
TRAINING GROUP AVAILABLE AT CHECK OUT. GROUP WILL MEET FOR 8 WEEKS ON SATURDAYS, 8:00-9:00 AM AT THE YMCA. FIRST TRAINING DAY OCTOBER 4,2025.
*_FREE CHILD WATCH IS AVAILABLE DURING THE RACE. TURKEY TROT SHIRT IS INCLUDED IN 5K RACE FEE ONLY. SHIRTS ARE GUARANTEED FOR REGISTRANTS THRU 11/1/2025. ADDITIONAL SHIRTS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE UNTIL 11/1/2025._
- PACKET PICKUP IS ON NOVEMBER 26TH FROM 2PM-7PM OR ON RACE DAY BEGINNING AT 7AM -
RACE DAY TIMELINE:
7am Day of Packet Pickup
7am Day of Registration
8am 1K Kids Run- Line up 7:50am
830am 5K Runners- Line up 8:20am; 5K Walkers and Strollers will start immediately following the runners
915am Awards
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