Charlotte County Habitat's 28th Annual Turkey Trot 5K Run / Walk
- Date Thu 26th November 2026
- Time 7:30AM EST
- Location Punta Gorda, Florida
- Price $47.00
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join the fun at the 28th Annual Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk on Thanksgiving morning, November 26, 2026, in beautiful Punta Gorda, Charlotte County! This beloved family-friendly event, hosted on the scenic campus of Florida Southwestern State College, invites participants of all ages to wobble before they gobble. Lace up your running shoes and get ready to chase a bicycle-riding turkey while supporting a great cause—proceeds from the race help provide affordable housing solutions for families in the community.
Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, this 5K event promises a joyful atmosphere with awards for top finishers in various age categories. Plus, every registered participant will receive a finisher medal and a race shirt (if signed up by the October 25 deadline). Don’t miss out on this festive tradition that has been bringing friends and family together for over 28 years. Mark your calendars and get ready to make unforgettable memories at the Turkey Trot!
Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, this 5K event promises a joyful atmosphere with awards for top finishers in various age categories. Plus, every registered participant will receive a finisher medal and a race shirt (if signed up by the October 25 deadline). Don’t miss out on this festive tradition that has been bringing friends and family together for over 28 years. Mark your calendars and get ready to make unforgettable memories at the Turkey Trot!
Organiser's Description
_CHARLOTTE COUNTY HABITAT FOR HUMANITY'S "28TH ANNUAL TURKEY TROT" PRESENTED BY SOUTHERN OXYGEN & WELDING SUPPLY AND HOSTED BY FLORIDA SOUTHWESTERN STATE COLLEGE!_
COME JOIN CHARLOTTE COUNTY HABITAT FOR HUMANITY'S ANNUAL TURKEY TROT 5K RUN/WALK ON THANKSGIVING MORNING. THIS FAMILY-FRIENDLY 5K EVENT IS LOCATED ON THE SCENIC CAMPUS OF FSW COLLEGE, PUNTA GORDA CAMPUS. THIS EVENT HAS BEEN A BELOVED TRADITION FOR FRIENDS, FAMILY AND FITNESS ENTHUSIASTS FOR OVER 28 YEARS - AND THE ONLY RACE WHERE YOU CAN CHASE A BICYCLE RIDING TURKEY! JOIN US AS WE WOBBLE BEFORE WE GOBBLE!
PROCEEDS AND DONATIONS FOR THIS EVENT GO TO HELP BRING AFFORDABLE HOUSING SOLUTIONS AND THE DREAM OF HOMEOWNERSHIP TO FAMILIES IN CHARLOTTE COUNTY. WE COULDN'T DO IT WITHOUT YOU!!
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
Youth Registration: Ages 3 & Under - Free (If race shirt & finisher medal are wanted, please sign up under Fun Walk and pay the youth fee of $30. Kids 3 and under DO NOT RECEIVE A BIB)
Ages 4-14 years - Only $30 (Price will be adjusted at checkout)
All participants will receive a finisher medal and race shirt (if registered by the deadline) RACE SHIRT DEADLINE IS SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25TH, 2026
Age Group Awards are awarded to the top three male and female participants in each age group below:
Male / Female 9yr & Under Male/ Female 45-49 years
Male / Female 10 - 14 years Male / Female 50-54 years
Male / Female 15-19 years Male / Female 55-59 years
Male / Female 20-24 years Male / Female 60-64 years
Male / Female 25-29 years Male / Female 65-69 years
Male / Female 30-34 years Male / Female 70-74 years
Male / Female 35-39 years Male / Female 75-79 years
Male / Female 40-44 years Male / Female 80 & Over
Overall Awards will be awarded to top male and female in the following divisions:
Overall Masters 40+ Grand Masters 50+ Senior Grand Masters 60+ Veteran Masters 70+ Youth 14 & Under
IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER:
JUNE 1ST - OCTOBER 25TH - Registration Price $40
OCTOBER 25TH, 11:59 PM- SHIRT DEADLINE / NO RACE SHIRT OFFERED AFTER THIS DATE; PRICE INCREASES
OCTOBER 26TH - NOVEMBER 25TH, 12:00 PM - Registration price $45
NOVEMBER 25TH AT NOON (12:00 PM) - ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSES
NOVEMBER 26TH - Day of Registration Price $50
NOVEMBER 24TH & 25TH - Early Packet Pick-up from 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM - Charlotte County Habitat for Humanity Office, 1750 Manzana Ave, Punta Gorda, FL 33950
NOVEMBER 26TH - Packet Pick-up & Day of Registration from 6:15 AM - 7:15 AM - FSW College Charlotte Campus, Building O Cafeteria, 26300 Airport Rd, Punta Gorda, FL 33950
PLEASE NOTE THAT FSW COLLEGE HAS A NO PET, NO SMOKING POLICY. WE APPRECIATE YOUR COOPERATION IN FOLLOWING THEIR GUIDELINES.
_**RACE REGISTRATION IS NON-REFUNDABLE AND NON-DEFERRABLE**_
PER USATF RULES, GUN TIME IS USED TO DETERMINE PRIZE MONEY WINNERS AND TIME BONUS RECIPIENTS. TAG TIME (CHIP TIME) WILL BE USED TO DETERMINE ALL AGE-GROUP
COME JOIN CHARLOTTE COUNTY HABITAT FOR HUMANITY'S ANNUAL TURKEY TROT 5K RUN/WALK ON THANKSGIVING MORNING. THIS FAMILY-FRIENDLY 5K EVENT IS LOCATED ON THE SCENIC CAMPUS OF FSW COLLEGE, PUNTA GORDA CAMPUS. THIS EVENT HAS BEEN A BELOVED TRADITION FOR FRIENDS, FAMILY AND FITNESS ENTHUSIASTS FOR OVER 28 YEARS - AND THE ONLY RACE WHERE YOU CAN CHASE A BICYCLE RIDING TURKEY! JOIN US AS WE WOBBLE BEFORE WE GOBBLE!
PROCEEDS AND DONATIONS FOR THIS EVENT GO TO HELP BRING AFFORDABLE HOUSING SOLUTIONS AND THE DREAM OF HOMEOWNERSHIP TO FAMILIES IN CHARLOTTE COUNTY. WE COULDN'T DO IT WITHOUT YOU!!
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
Youth Registration: Ages 3 & Under - Free (If race shirt & finisher medal are wanted, please sign up under Fun Walk and pay the youth fee of $30. Kids 3 and under DO NOT RECEIVE A BIB)
Ages 4-14 years - Only $30 (Price will be adjusted at checkout)
All participants will receive a finisher medal and race shirt (if registered by the deadline) RACE SHIRT DEADLINE IS SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25TH, 2026
Age Group Awards are awarded to the top three male and female participants in each age group below:
Male / Female 9yr & Under Male/ Female 45-49 years
Male / Female 10 - 14 years Male / Female 50-54 years
Male / Female 15-19 years Male / Female 55-59 years
Male / Female 20-24 years Male / Female 60-64 years
Male / Female 25-29 years Male / Female 65-69 years
Male / Female 30-34 years Male / Female 70-74 years
Male / Female 35-39 years Male / Female 75-79 years
Male / Female 40-44 years Male / Female 80 & Over
Overall Awards will be awarded to top male and female in the following divisions:
Overall Masters 40+ Grand Masters 50+ Senior Grand Masters 60+ Veteran Masters 70+ Youth 14 & Under
IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER:
JUNE 1ST - OCTOBER 25TH - Registration Price $40
OCTOBER 25TH, 11:59 PM- SHIRT DEADLINE / NO RACE SHIRT OFFERED AFTER THIS DATE; PRICE INCREASES
OCTOBER 26TH - NOVEMBER 25TH, 12:00 PM - Registration price $45
NOVEMBER 25TH AT NOON (12:00 PM) - ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSES
NOVEMBER 26TH - Day of Registration Price $50
NOVEMBER 24TH & 25TH - Early Packet Pick-up from 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM - Charlotte County Habitat for Humanity Office, 1750 Manzana Ave, Punta Gorda, FL 33950
NOVEMBER 26TH - Packet Pick-up & Day of Registration from 6:15 AM - 7:15 AM - FSW College Charlotte Campus, Building O Cafeteria, 26300 Airport Rd, Punta Gorda, FL 33950
PLEASE NOTE THAT FSW COLLEGE HAS A NO PET, NO SMOKING POLICY. WE APPRECIATE YOUR COOPERATION IN FOLLOWING THEIR GUIDELINES.
_**RACE REGISTRATION IS NON-REFUNDABLE AND NON-DEFERRABLE**_
PER USATF RULES, GUN TIME IS USED TO DETERMINE PRIZE MONEY WINNERS AND TIME BONUS RECIPIENTS. TAG TIME (CHIP TIME) WILL BE USED TO DETERMINE ALL AGE-GROUP
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $7.00 Fee & Race Shirt
Thu 26th November 2026 (7:30AM EST)
$47.00
OPENS 01 JUNCharlotte County Habitat for Humanity presents the "28th Annual Turkey Trot". This family-friendly 5k event has become a Thanksgiving tradition. Come chase the bicycle riding Turkey!
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