34th Annual YMCA Turkey Trot

Wednesday, November 25 – Thursday, November 26, 2026

4:00 PM EST

Fredericksburg, Virginia

$22.95–$44.30 · 4 races

5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your sneakers for the 34th Annual YMCA Turkey Trot, taking place on Wednesday, November 25, 2026, in the charming city of Fredericksburg, VA! This beloved Thanksgiving Day tradition invites runners and walkers of all ages and abilities to enjoy a festive 5K course that winds through the scenic downtown area. Families can participate together in the 5K, or kids can take part in the exciting 1-mile race designed just for them. Little ones aged 5 and under can also join in the fun with the 1/4 Mile Tot Trot, scheduled for 4 PM on the JMHS track the day before the main event.

As you trot through the streets, you’ll not only be celebrating the holiday spirit but also supporting a worthy cause. Proceeds from the event benefit Rappahannock Area YMCA programs that empower youth, enhance community health, and ensure affordable access for everyone. Remember, there will be no race day packet pick-up this year, so plan ahead to collect your race packet on November 24th or 25th. Don’t miss out on this festive occasion that brings the community together to kick off the holiday season with joy, fitness, and camar

Races

5k Run

Incl. $4.30 Fee & T-Shirt

Thursday, Nov 26, 2026 (7:30 AM EST)

$44.30

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1 Mile Kids Run

Incl. $2.95 Fee & T-Shirt

There will be 4 Waves of the 1 Mile Race 7:00am - Boys' Mile - 9-12 Years Old 7:05am - Girls' Mile - 9-12 Years Old 7:10am - Boys' Mile - 8 & Under 7:15am - Girls' Mile - 8 & Under

Thursday, Nov 26, 2026 (7:00 AM EST)

$22.95

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Wheelchair 5k

Closes in 5 days

Incl. $3.96 Fee & T-Shirt

Thursday, Nov 26, 2026 (7:00 AM EST)

$38.96

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Tot Trot

Incl. $2.95 Fee & T-Shirt

Please note that the Tot Trot is held on WEDNESDAY afternoon - not Thanksgiving morning! The Tot Trot will begin at 4pm on the JMHS Track.

Wednesday, Nov 25, 2026 (4:00 PM EST)

$22.95

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Organiser's description

Join us for our 34th Year! The YMCA Turkey Trot is a Thanksgiving Day tradition that attracts runners of all ages and abilities to Fredericksburg, VA each year. Run or walk the 5K course through scenic downtown Fredericksburg! Kids can get in on the fun by joining a parent in the 5K or running the 1-mile race. All finishers will receive a medal!

There's also a 1/4 Mile Tot Trot held on Wednesday, November 25th at 4pm on the JMHS track. Your littlest trotters (ages 5 and under) can race the day before the main Turkey Trot!

IMPORTANT RACE NEWS: THERE WILL BE NO RACE DAY PACKET PICK UP THIS YEAR. Please make arrangements to pick up your race packet on November 24th or November 25th. You can send a friend or family member to pick up your race packet for you!

Proceeds raised support Rappahannock Area YMCA programs that empower youth, improve community health, and ensure affordable access for all.