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

Get ready for the 25th Annual Turkey Trot at the Portage Township YMCA, happening on Thanksgiving morning, November 27, 2025, in Portage, Indiana! This festive event includes a free 1K Kids Non-Competitive Fun Run, perfect for young runners, and a competitive 5K race that is professionally timed for those looking to chase their personal best. Not only is this a wonderful way to kick off your holiday celebrations, but all proceeds from the entry fees go directly towards supporting community programs that provide essential services like food, shelter, and education.

Participants can enjoy early registration fees of $25 until October 1, rising to $35 until November 24, and $45 on race day. Each 5K registrant will receive a long-sleeve event shirt and a custom finisher medal, with awards presented for top performers in various age categories. Don’t miss the chance to train with a supportive group, starting October 4, and take advantage of free child watch during the race. Join us for a morning filled with fun, fitness, and community spirit while making a positive impact!

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

EARLY 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:
Day of Packet Pickup: 7am
Day of Registration: 7am
1K Kids Run- Line up 7:50am Start Time 8am
5K Runners- Line up 8:20am Start Time 8:30am
5K Walkers and Strollers- Start immediately following the runners
Awards- Approx. 9:15am

Races

  • 5K Run and Walk

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & Turkey Trot Shirt (No Guaranteed Shirt After 11/1/2025)

    Thu 27th November 2025 (8:30AM CST)

    $27.50

    OPENS 07 AUG
  • FREE 1K Kids Fun Run

    Thu 27th November 2025 (8:00AM CST)

    Free

    OPENS 07 AUG

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Location

3100 Willowcreek Road, Portage, 46368, IN, United States

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