America's Trot for Hunger
- Date Thu 27th November 2025
- Time 8:15AM EST
- Location Washington, District of Columbia
- Price $16.90 - $69.90
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 5 Mile, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join the excitement at the 24th Annual America's Trot for Hunger on Thanksgiving morning, November 27, 2025, in the heart of Washington, D.C. This family-friendly event takes place at Freedom Plaza and features the largest Turkey Trot in the area, dedicated to combating poverty and homelessness. Participants can choose between a timed or untimed 5K race and the Little Turkey 1-Miler, perfect for runners of all ages and skill levels.
The day kicks off bright and early with bib pick-up starting at 6:30 AM, followed by the Little Turkey 1-Miler at 7:30 AM and the 5K race at 8:15 AM. After the races, celebrate with a festive awards ceremony and a fun Best Dressed Turkey costume competition at 9:30 AM. Whether you're running in person or participating virtually anytime throughout November, your involvement helps raise funds and awareness for a vital cause. Don’t miss out on this wonderful Thanksgiving tradition that brings the community together to make a difference!
The day kicks off bright and early with bib pick-up starting at 6:30 AM, followed by the Little Turkey 1-Miler at 7:30 AM and the 5K race at 8:15 AM. After the races, celebrate with a festive awards ceremony and a fun Best Dressed Turkey costume competition at 9:30 AM. Whether you're running in person or participating virtually anytime throughout November, your involvement helps raise funds and awareness for a vital cause. Don’t miss out on this wonderful Thanksgiving tradition that brings the community together to make a difference!
Organiser's Description
DCs largest and only Turkey Trot, dedicated to fighting poverty and homelessness. Join this family-friendly 5K and Little Turkey one-miler on the best course in the U.S. This Thanksgiving, be part of a time-honored DC traditionSOME's 24th Annual Thanksgiving Day Trot for Hunger 5K. We are excited for our community to join us for our:
In-Person Race & Festival: Join us at Freedom Plaza on November 27, 2025 - Thanksgiving Morning - for a timed or untimed 5K, our Little Turkey 1-Miler, and a family-friendly finisher festival!
EVENT TIMELINE
6:30 AM - BIB PICK UP OPENS ON FREEDOM PLAZA
7:30 AM - LITTLE TURKEY 1 MILER STARTS
8:15 AM - 5K STARTS
8:45 AM - 5K START LINE CLOSES
9:15 AM - AWARDS CEREMONY
9:30 AM - BEST DRESSED TURKEY (PET COSTUME) COMPETITION
10:30 AM - ROADS RE-OPEN
PRE-RACE PACKET PICK UP
***PRE-RACE PACKET PICK UP IS YOUR ONLY OPPORTUNITY TO PICK UP YOUR T-SHIRT BEFORE THE RACE. IF YOU DO NOT ATTEND PRE-RACE PACKET PICK, YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO PICK UP YOUR T-SHIRT UNTIL AFTER 9:00 AM ON RACE DAY.***
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 25 & WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 26:
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PACERS RUNNING STORES: 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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GEORGETOWN: 1079 WISCONSIN AVE NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20007
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CLARENDON: 3100 CLARENDON BLVD, ARLINGTON, VA 22201
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CONRAD (CITY CENTER): 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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950 NEW YORK AVE NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20001
VIRTUAL RACE: FROM NOVEMBER 1-30, RUN A TIMED OR UNTIMED 5K FROM YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD OR LOCAL PARK ALL WHILE RAISING FUNDS AND SPREADING AWARENESS OF SOME'S MISSION! HELP US REACH ALL 50 STATES AND EXPAND OUR GLOBAL PARTICIPATION!
In-Person Race & Festival: Join us at Freedom Plaza on November 27, 2025 - Thanksgiving Morning - for a timed or untimed 5K, our Little Turkey 1-Miler, and a family-friendly finisher festival!
EVENT TIMELINE
6:30 AM - BIB PICK UP OPENS ON FREEDOM PLAZA
7:30 AM - LITTLE TURKEY 1 MILER STARTS
8:15 AM - 5K STARTS
8:45 AM - 5K START LINE CLOSES
9:15 AM - AWARDS CEREMONY
9:30 AM - BEST DRESSED TURKEY (PET COSTUME) COMPETITION
10:30 AM - ROADS RE-OPEN
PRE-RACE PACKET PICK UP
***PRE-RACE PACKET PICK UP IS YOUR ONLY OPPORTUNITY TO PICK UP YOUR T-SHIRT BEFORE THE RACE. IF YOU DO NOT ATTEND PRE-RACE PACKET PICK, YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO PICK UP YOUR T-SHIRT UNTIL AFTER 9:00 AM ON RACE DAY.***
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 25 & WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 26:
*
PACERS RUNNING STORES: 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
*
GEORGETOWN: 1079 WISCONSIN AVE NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20007
*
CLARENDON: 3100 CLARENDON BLVD, ARLINGTON, VA 22201
*
CONRAD (CITY CENTER): 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
*
950 NEW YORK AVE NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20001
VIRTUAL RACE: FROM NOVEMBER 1-30, RUN A TIMED OR UNTIMED 5K FROM YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD OR LOCAL PARK ALL WHILE RAISING FUNDS AND SPREADING AWARENESS OF SOME'S MISSION! HELP US REACH ALL 50 STATES AND EXPAND OUR GLOBAL PARTICIPATION!
Races
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5k
Incl. $4.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 27th November 2025 (8:15AM EST)
$69.90
OPENS TOMORROW -
Virtual 5K
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
$48.70
OPENS TOMORROW -
Little Turkey 1 Miler
Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 27th November 2025 (8:15AM EST)
$16.90
OPENS TOMORROW -
Pet Competition Best Dressed 'Turkey'
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Thu 27th November 2025 (8:15AM EST)
$27.50
OPENS TOMORROW
America's Trot for Hunger
