55th Annual Webster Turkey Trot

  • Date Thu 26th November 2026 - Sun 29th November 2026
  • Time 10:00AM EST
  • Location Webster, New York
  • Price $32.80 - $35.98
  • Races 4 races

Event summary

Join the excitement at the 55th Annual Webster Turkey Trot, a beloved Thanksgiving tradition set to take place from November 26 to November 29, 2026, in the charming town of Webster, Monroe. This year, embrace the spirit of the holiday by participating in either the exhilarating 4.4-mile race or the more relaxed 2.5-mile fun run, with options for both in-person and virtual participation!

Since its inception in 1972 by former English teacher Jim May, the Webster Turkey Trot has grown into a cherished local event, drawing runners and families alike to celebrate community and fitness on Thanksgiving Day. With activities kicking off at 10:00 AM on November 26, participants can look forward to a festive atmosphere complete with post-race food, finisher medals, and a variety of awesome swag, including custom tote bags and hoodies for early registrants. Whether you're running to keep up the tradition or just looking to enjoy a fun family outing, the Webster Turkey Trot promises to be a joyous occasion filled with gratitude and camaraderie. Don't miss out on this fantastic way to kick off the holiday season!

Organiser's Description

WEBSTER TURKEY TROT
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2026
10:00AM | 2.5 OR 4.4 MILES
PARKVIEW LODGE, WEBSTER PARK

WEBSTER TURKEY TROT - CELEBRATING 55 YEARS!
A LOCAL THANKSGIVING DAY CLASSIC SINCE 1972!
4.4 MILE RACE / 2.5 MILE FUN RUN (IN-PERSON AND VIRTUAL OPTIONS)

JOIN THE WEBSTER TURKEY TROT FACEBOOK GROUP PAGE HERE [http://www.facebook.com/groups/242150672577983/]FOR UPDATES AND TROTTY CONVERSATION.

THIS 54-YEAR-OLD TRADITION OF WEBSTER, NY WAS STARTED BY JIM MAY, FORMER ENGLISH TEACHER, IN WEBSTER. JIM MAY STARTED THIS EVENT AS A PRACTICE RUN FOR HIS CROSS COUNTRY TEAM, AS A WAY FOR THEM TO GET A WORKOUT ON THANKSGIVING DAY. AS THE YEARS PROGRESSED, THE EVENT GREW TO WHAT IT IS TODAY. JIM MAYS FORMER CROSS COUNTRY RUNNER AND THEN MULTI YEAR WINNER OF TROT, DAVE BOUTILLIER, TOOK OVER THE REINS OF THE RACE IN THE LATE 90S UNDER HIS RACE DIRECTING COMPANY, YELLOWJACKET RACING. EACH YEAR THIS RACE REMINDS DAVE AND MANY OTHER FORMER WEBSTER RESIDENTS OF THEIR YOUTH AND RUNNING THE EVENT ANNUALLY.



Strollers, Dogs, & Headphones are NOT permitted on course!! Please note: You must have a bib to participate. It is bad form and considered banditting if you do not have a bib. Please just don't do it. It puts the entire event, its insurances, permits and other athletes at risk.



YOUR (IN PERSON) RACE REGISTRATION INCLUDES

* Electronic RFID timing

* Your choice of a custom tote bag, hoodie (If registered before August 1st), crewneck sweatshirt (If registered before October 1st), or short sleeve t-shirt (If registered before November 1st), all registrants after November 1st will receive a custom tote bag, while supplies last

* Youth Size Crewneck Sweatshirts will be Grey and Color on all items is subject to change due to availability

* Post-race food for all participants
* Complimentary Shuttle Bus Service
* Live Text and Email results as you finish (you must sign up for results notifications to track a runner)
* Finisher Medal to all finishers
* Digital Finisher Certificate

YOUR VIRTUAL RACE REGISTRATION INCLUDES

* Your choice of hoodie (If registered before August 1st), crewneck sweatshirt (If registered before October 1st), or short sleeve t-shirt (If registered before November 1st), all registrants after that will receive a custom tote bag, while supplies last

* Youth Size Crewneck Sweatshirts will be Grey and Color on all items is subject to change due to availability

* Finisher Medal
* Shipping of the above items to your provided address. Register by 11:59pm, Sunday, November 8th to get your packet BEFORE Thanksgiving! Otherwise it will be mailed the week of December 1st.
* Online race results
* Digital Finisher Certificate
* Digital Race Bib

VIRTUAL EVENT:
Please complete your 2.5 or 4.4 miles and submit your results between 7am November 26 and 11:59pm November 29th.

There is no day-of registration. Please plan accordingly.

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By registering for this event you are acknowledging that the date, time, location, and distance of the race may be changed, switched to virtual, or canceled at any time as deemed necessary by the Race Directors due to circumstances beyond their control. In the event that any of these scenarios happens or any other reason, there will be no refunds, transfers, or deferrals allowed unless otherwise stated._

Races

  • Four-Four

    Incl. $2.98 Fee & Unisex Turkey Trot Apparel

    Thu 26th November 2026 (10:00AM EST)

    $35.98

    OPENS 01 APR
    This route is the exact route Jim formed in 1972. Due to long standing tradition it has not been changed nor altered. Please note, it may wind up a little less than 4.4 (more like 4.16) but due to its long standing tradition of being stated as 4.4 miles take it as you ran a really good 4.4 miler. The last 1/4 mile is on grassy trails in Webster Park.
  • Two-Five

    Incl. $2.98 Fee & Unisex Turkey Trot Apparel

    Thu 26th November 2026 (10:10AM EST)

    $35.98

    OPENS 01 APR
    This 2.5 mile fun run starts at 10:10 am at the corner of Holt and Lake. The fun run finishes the same way the 4.4 miler does The fun run will be chip timed
  • Virtual Four-Four

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & Unisex Turkey Trot Apparel

    $32.80

    OPENS 01 APR
  • Virtual Two-Five

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & Unisex Turkey Trot Apparel

    $32.80

    OPENS 01 APR

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255 Holt Road, Webster, 14580, NY, United States

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