CAN the Bird 5K Turkey Trot
- Date Thu 27th November 2025
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Alexandria, Virginia
- Price $27.75 - $33.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the 5th annual CAN the Bird 5K Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 27, 2025, in Alexandria, Fairfax! This exciting event kicks off at 8:00 am from the Walmart parking lot located at 5885 Kingstowne Boulevard. Participants of all ages are invited to run, jog, or stroll around the beautiful Kingstowne area and its scenic lake, making it a perfect way to start your holiday celebrations.
To participate, simply bring a canned food item to donate, helping those in need this Thanksgiving. With various registration options available, including early bird rates and discounts for military personnel and younger participants, there's a spot for everyone! Plus, all finishers receive a commemorative race t-shirt, and awards will be given to top finishers in multiple categories, including runners with dogs and strollers. Don't miss out on this festive morning of fitness and community spirit—bring the whole family and make some wonderful memories at the CAN the Bird 5K Turkey Trot!
To participate, simply bring a canned food item to donate, helping those in need this Thanksgiving. With various registration options available, including early bird rates and discounts for military personnel and younger participants, there's a spot for everyone! Plus, all finishers receive a commemorative race t-shirt, and awards will be given to top finishers in multiple categories, including runners with dogs and strollers. Don't miss out on this festive morning of fitness and community spirit—bring the whole family and make some wonderful memories at the CAN the Bird 5K Turkey Trot!
Organiser's Description
Please bring a CANned food item and join us for the 5th annual CAN THE BIRD 5K TURKEY TROT, ON THANKSGIVING DAY, THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 27, beginning at 8:00 am. The race will begin and end in the Walmart parking lot, 5885 Kingstowne Boulevard, Alexandria, VA 22315.
All ages can enjoy a run, jog or stroll around Kingstowne and its scenic Lake.
REGISTRATION
Early Bird - through October 17
Adult 5K - $30
Military 5K - $25
25 & Under - $20
12 & Under - $10
Standard Registration - October 18- November 21
Adult 5K- $35
Military 5K - $30
25 & under - $25
12 & under - $10
Last Chance Registration - November 22-27
Adult 5K- $40
Military 5K - $35
25 & under - $30
12 & under - $10
Online registration will close Thursday, November 27 at 7:45. Only online registration will be accepted.
PACKET PICKUP
Location: Rudy's, 6625 S Van Dorn St, Alexandria, VA 22315
Tues & Wed, Nov 25th & 26th, from 1:00-4:00 PM
Location: Walmart, 5885 Kingstowne Blvd, Alexandria, VA 22315
Race Day, Nov 27th, 7:00-8:00 AM
Participants will receive a commemorative race t-shirt.
AWARDS will be given to the top three overall male and female finishers, top three male and female finishers in 12 & Under and 13-18 age groups. Plus fastest male and female runner with dog and fastest male and female runner with stroller will receive an award.
Donations of nonperishable food items will be accepted by Koinonia
BRING THE FAMILY AND ENJOY A FUN THANKSGIVING DAY MORNING RUN!
All ages can enjoy a run, jog or stroll around Kingstowne and its scenic Lake.
REGISTRATION
Early Bird - through October 17
Adult 5K - $30
Military 5K - $25
25 & Under - $20
12 & Under - $10
Standard Registration - October 18- November 21
Adult 5K- $35
Military 5K - $30
25 & under - $25
12 & under - $10
Last Chance Registration - November 22-27
Adult 5K- $40
Military 5K - $35
25 & under - $30
12 & under - $10
Online registration will close Thursday, November 27 at 7:45. Only online registration will be accepted.
PACKET PICKUP
Location: Rudy's, 6625 S Van Dorn St, Alexandria, VA 22315
Tues & Wed, Nov 25th & 26th, from 1:00-4:00 PM
Location: Walmart, 5885 Kingstowne Blvd, Alexandria, VA 22315
Race Day, Nov 27th, 7:00-8:00 AM
Participants will receive a commemorative race t-shirt.
AWARDS will be given to the top three overall male and female finishers, top three male and female finishers in 12 & Under and 13-18 age groups. Plus fastest male and female runner with dog and fastest male and female runner with stroller will receive an award.
Donations of nonperishable food items will be accepted by Koinonia
BRING THE FAMILY AND ENJOY A FUN THANKSGIVING DAY MORNING RUN!
CAN the Bird 5K Turkey Trot
