34th Annual YMCA Turkey Trot
- Date Wed 25th November 2026
- Time 4:00PM EST
- Location Fredericksburg, Virginia
- Price $17.61 - $38.96
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to embrace the spirit of Thanksgiving at the 34th Annual YMCA Turkey Trot on Wednesday, November 25, 2026, in beautiful Fredericksburg, Virginia! This exciting event welcomes participants of all ages and skill levels to enjoy a festive day of fitness and fun. Lace up your running shoes and tackle the scenic 5K course through downtown Fredericksburg, or join in with your little ones for the 1-mile race, where every finishers will receive a medal!
For the youngest participants, the event features a special 1/4 Mile Tot Trot at 4 PM on the JMHS track, perfect for children ages 5 and under. This family-friendly event not only promotes health and wellness but also supports the Rappahannock Area YMCA, helping to empower youth and improve community health. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a first-time participant, the YMCA Turkey Trot is the perfect way to kick off your Thanksgiving celebrations with a dash of joy and community spirit!
For the youngest participants, the event features a special 1/4 Mile Tot Trot at 4 PM on the JMHS track, perfect for children ages 5 and under. This family-friendly event not only promotes health and wellness but also supports the Rappahannock Area YMCA, helping to empower youth and improve community health. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a first-time participant, the YMCA Turkey Trot is the perfect way to kick off your Thanksgiving celebrations with a dash of joy and community spirit!
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!
Proceeds raised support Rappahannock Area YMCA programs that empower youth, improve community health, and ensure affordable access for all.
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!
Proceeds raised support Rappahannock Area YMCA programs that empower youth, improve community health, and ensure affordable access for all.
Races
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5K Run
Incl. $3.63 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 26th November 2026 (7:30AM EST)
$33.63
OPENS 30 JAN -
1 Mile Kids Run
Incl. $2.61 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 26th November 2026 (7:00AM EST)
$17.61
OPENS 30 JANThere 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 -
Wheelchair 5K
Incl. $3.96 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 26th November 2026 (7:00AM EST)
$38.96
OPENS 30 JAN -
Tot Trot
Incl. $2.61 Fee & T-Shirt
Wed 25th November 2026 (4:00PM EST)
$17.61
OPENS 20 JUNPlease note that the Tot Trot is held on WEDNESDAY afternoon - not Thanksgiving morning! The Tot Trot will begin at 4pm on the JMHS Track.
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2300 Washington Avenue, Fredericksburg, 22401, VA, United States
34th Annual YMCA Turkey Trot
