33rd Annual Crisis Services of North Alabama Turkey Trot 5k
- Date Thu 26th November 2026
- Time 8:00AM CST
- Location Huntsville, Alabama
- Price $32.80
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join the fun at the 33rd Annual Crisis Services of North Alabama Turkey Trot 5K on Thursday, November 26, 2026, in beautiful Huntsville, Madison! This festive event kicks off Thanksgiving morning with a vibrant atmosphere where participants can run, walk, stroll, or trot alongside family, friends, and neighbors on a USATF-certified course—the same route as the HTC Twilight Run. Not only is the Turkey Trot a fantastic way to get active and enjoy the holiday spirit, but it also supports a great cause by helping Crisis Services of North Alabama provide essential crisis counseling, emergency domestic violence shelter, and advocacy services at no cost to those in need.
For the little ones, there's the adorable Tiny Tot Turkey Trot, a 100-yard dash for kids ages 5 and under, featuring Tina Turkey, the event's cheerful mascot. No advance registration is necessary for this fun-filled dash, so just come out and enjoy! Don't miss this opportunity to make lasting memories while contributing to an important community mission. Make sure to mark your calendars and join us for an unforgettable Thanksgiving tradition!
For the little ones, there's the adorable Tiny Tot Turkey Trot, a 100-yard dash for kids ages 5 and under, featuring Tina Turkey, the event's cheerful mascot. No advance registration is necessary for this fun-filled dash, so just come out and enjoy! Don't miss this opportunity to make lasting memories while contributing to an important community mission. Make sure to mark your calendars and join us for an unforgettable Thanksgiving tradition!
Organiser's Description
RUN . WALK . STROLL . TROT
START THANKSGIVING WITH TURKEY TROT
Join Crisis Services of North Alabama on Thanksgiving morning for the 33rd Annual Turkey Trot 5K.
Run, walk, stroll, or trot with family, friends, and neighbors on a USATF-certified course the same route used for the HTC Twilight Run.
Turkey Trot is fun, festive, and family-friendly. It also helps Crisis Services of North Alabama provide crisis counseling, emergency domestic violence shelter, advocacy, forensic exams, safety planning, and resource connections at no cost.
TINY TOT TURKEY TROT
Kids ages 5 and under can join the Tiny Tot Turkey Trot, a 100-yard dash at 9:00 a.m. with Tina Turkey, our hilariously huge turkey mascot.
No advance registration needed. No cost to participate. Just show up and have fun.
RACE NOTES
Weather: The race will only be canceled if weather conditions create a safety risk for participants. If the race is canceled, there will be no rescheduling or refunds, and your registration will be considered a contribution to our mission.
Race T-Shirts: Race t-shirts will be distributed during Bib Pickup while supplies last. Shirt sizes collected during registration help us estimate our order, but shirts and specific sizes are not guaranteed. Race registration does not guarantee a race t-shirt.
Timing: The race is timed by RunningLane using RFID chips in your bib. Your time begins when you cross the starting line.
BIB & T-SHIRT PICKUP
November 24
10:30 a.m. 6:00 p.m.
Fleet Feet Madison
181 Hughes Rd Suite 17, Madison, AL 35758
November 25
10:30 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
Fleet Feet Huntsville
2722 Carl T Jones Dr SE, Ste B2, Huntsville, AL 35802
Race Day: November 26
Spragins Hall
Bib pickup begins at 6:30 a.m. and ends at 7:45 a.m.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Have questions about parking, strollers, dogs, packet pickup, awards, Tiny Trot, or race-day details? See the full FAQ and race information at csna.org/turkeytrot [http://www.csna.org/turkeytrot].
SPECIAL THANKS
Special thanks to Fleet Feet, our race partner. From planning to race day, they help make Turkey Trot possible. We are grateful for their generosity and for the work they put into this Thanksgiving tradition.
ABOUT CRISIS SERVICES OF NORTH ALABAMA
Crisis Services of North Alabama responds to individuals and families in crisis with confidential support and practical help. Services include 24/7 crisis counseling through the HELPline, emergency domestic violence shelter, sexual assault services, forensic exams, advocacy, safety planning, and resource connections.
Services are available at no cost to those we serve.
START THANKSGIVING WITH TURKEY TROT
Join Crisis Services of North Alabama on Thanksgiving morning for the 33rd Annual Turkey Trot 5K.
Run, walk, stroll, or trot with family, friends, and neighbors on a USATF-certified course the same route used for the HTC Twilight Run.
Turkey Trot is fun, festive, and family-friendly. It also helps Crisis Services of North Alabama provide crisis counseling, emergency domestic violence shelter, advocacy, forensic exams, safety planning, and resource connections at no cost.
TINY TOT TURKEY TROT
Kids ages 5 and under can join the Tiny Tot Turkey Trot, a 100-yard dash at 9:00 a.m. with Tina Turkey, our hilariously huge turkey mascot.
No advance registration needed. No cost to participate. Just show up and have fun.
RACE NOTES
Weather: The race will only be canceled if weather conditions create a safety risk for participants. If the race is canceled, there will be no rescheduling or refunds, and your registration will be considered a contribution to our mission.
Race T-Shirts: Race t-shirts will be distributed during Bib Pickup while supplies last. Shirt sizes collected during registration help us estimate our order, but shirts and specific sizes are not guaranteed. Race registration does not guarantee a race t-shirt.
Timing: The race is timed by RunningLane using RFID chips in your bib. Your time begins when you cross the starting line.
BIB & T-SHIRT PICKUP
November 24
10:30 a.m. 6:00 p.m.
Fleet Feet Madison
181 Hughes Rd Suite 17, Madison, AL 35758
November 25
10:30 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
Fleet Feet Huntsville
2722 Carl T Jones Dr SE, Ste B2, Huntsville, AL 35802
Race Day: November 26
Spragins Hall
Bib pickup begins at 6:30 a.m. and ends at 7:45 a.m.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Have questions about parking, strollers, dogs, packet pickup, awards, Tiny Trot, or race-day details? See the full FAQ and race information at csna.org/turkeytrot [http://www.csna.org/turkeytrot].
SPECIAL THANKS
Special thanks to Fleet Feet, our race partner. From planning to race day, they help make Turkey Trot possible. We are grateful for their generosity and for the work they put into this Thanksgiving tradition.
ABOUT CRISIS SERVICES OF NORTH ALABAMA
Crisis Services of North Alabama responds to individuals and families in crisis with confidential support and practical help. Services include 24/7 crisis counseling through the HELPline, emergency domestic violence shelter, sexual assault services, forensic exams, advocacy, safety planning, and resource connections.
Services are available at no cost to those we serve.
Races
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33rd Annual Crisis Services of North Alabama Turkey Trot 5k
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 26th November 2026 (8:00AM CST)
$32.80
OPENS 05 AUGRegistration will close at 11:59 PM on Saturday, November 21 and will reopen at 10:00 AM on Monday, November 23 with a price increase. Registration will remain open until 7:45 AM on race day. NOTE: Registration after 5:00 pm on November 26 requires bib pickup at Spragins Hall 6:30 AM - 7:45 AM on race day. Please allow time for bib pickup as check-in ends promptly at 7:45. 8:00 AM Race Begins! 9:00 AM Tiny Tot Turkey Trot (ages 5 & below, no registration necessary) 9:15 AM Door Prizes 9:30 AM Awards
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