26th Annual Turkey Trot - Portage Township YMCA
- Date Thu 26th November 2026
- Time 8:00AM CST
- Location Portage, Indiana
- Price Free - $27.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1km
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Event summary
Get ready for the 26th Annual Turkey Trot at the Portage Township YMCA, happening on Thanksgiving morning, November 26, 2026, in beautiful Portage, Indiana! This exciting event features a fun-filled day with a FREE 1K Kids Non-Competitive Fun Run, perfect for the little ones, alongside a professionally-timed 5K race for those looking to challenge themselves. All proceeds from the race will support the YMCA's Annual Campaign, ensuring vital community programs are accessible to everyone, including food, shelter, and education services.
Participants can enjoy early registration for just $25 until October 31, with prices increasing to $35 from November 1 through November 25, and $45 on race day. Every 5K registrant will receive a long-sleeve event shirt and a custom finisher medal, along with the chance to win awards in various age categories. With a day filled with fun, fitness, and community spirit, the Turkey Trot is the perfect way to kick off your Thanksgiving festivities. Donβt miss out on this chance to run for a cause while making unforgettable memories with family and friends!
Participants can enjoy early registration for just $25 until October 31, with prices increasing to $35 from November 1 through November 25, and $45 on race day. Every 5K registrant will receive a long-sleeve event shirt and a custom finisher medal, along with the chance to win awards in various age categories. With a day filled with fun, fitness, and community spirit, the Turkey Trot is the perfect way to kick off your Thanksgiving festivities. Donβt miss out on this chance to run for a cause while making unforgettable memories with family and friends!
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. 31 - $25
REGISTRATION FROM NOV. 1 - NOV. 25 - $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, 60-69, and 70 & up
*_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. _
- PACKET PICKUP IS ON NOVEMBER 25TH 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. 31 - $25
REGISTRATION FROM NOV. 1 - NOV. 25 - $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, 60-69, and 70 & up
*_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. _
- PACKET PICKUP IS ON NOVEMBER 25TH 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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