DPS Education Foundation Turkey Trot 2024
- Date Thu 28th November 2024
- Time 8:30AM EST
- Location Danville, Virginia
- Price Free - $32.80
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a Thanksgiving celebration like no other at the DPS Education Foundation Turkey Trot 2024! On Thursday, November 28th, join the community in Danville for an exciting day of health and fun at the American Legion Field, home of the Danville Otterbots. This year's event features a festive 5K Run/Walk starting at 9:00 AM, along with a Children's Fun Run at 8:30 AM, all set against the stunning backdrop of the Dan River on the Riverwalk Trail.
Whether you're a seasoned runner or enjoying a leisurely stroll, this event is perfect for everyone. With an entry fee of just $30 for the 5K (or $15 for students 17 and under), you can enjoy a great day outdoors while supporting vital programs and scholarships for Danville Public Schools students and teachers. Plus, all participants registered by November 13th will receive a stylish long-sleeve performance shirt! Make sure to come early for packet pick-up starting at 7:00 AM, and don't forget to bring your best turkey costume for a chance to win trophies and medals in various age categories. Let’s burn some calories and kick off the holiday season with joy and community spirit!
Whether you're a seasoned runner or enjoying a leisurely stroll, this event is perfect for everyone. With an entry fee of just $30 for the 5K (or $15 for students 17 and under), you can enjoy a great day outdoors while supporting vital programs and scholarships for Danville Public Schools students and teachers. Plus, all participants registered by November 13th will receive a stylish long-sleeve performance shirt! Make sure to come early for packet pick-up starting at 7:00 AM, and don't forget to bring your best turkey costume for a chance to win trophies and medals in various age categories. Let’s burn some calories and kick off the holiday season with joy and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
* Time to break out the turkey costumes and strap on your running shoes!
* The Danville Public Schools Education Foundation, in partnership with the Danville Otterbots and the Danville Running & Fitness Club, is having its fourth Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk and Children's Fun Run on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 28th! The event will start and end at American Legion Field, the home of the Danville Otterbots.
* All proceeds go toward programs, initiatives, and scholarships for DPS students and teachers.
* TIMES: Children's Fun Run - 8:30am; 5K Run/Walk - 9:00am
* COURSE: The entire race will be along the beautiful Dan River on the Riverwalk Trail.
* ENTRY FEE: Children's Fun Run (12 and under) - $0 (as long as an adult is registered for the 5K Run/Walk).
5K Run/Walk - $30 to pre-register, $35 on race day. All area students 17 and under ($15, $20 on race day)
* PACKET PICK-UP: Available on race day beginning at 7:00am
* RACE DAY REGISTRATION: Registration will begin at 7:00am on Thursday. Cash and check ONLY for race day registration. Checks should be made payable to Danville Public Schools Education Foundation.
* WHAT'S INCLUDED: all race registrants registered by 11/13/24 will receive a long-sleeve performance shirt. If you register after 11/13/2024, shirts will be available upon availability.
* Trophies and medals will be awarded.
* 5k run and walk categories: 0-14, 15-19, every 10 years up to 69, 70 and over.
* Let's burn some calories before the big meal!
* The Danville Public Schools Education Foundation, in partnership with the Danville Otterbots and the Danville Running & Fitness Club, is having its fourth Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk and Children's Fun Run on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 28th! The event will start and end at American Legion Field, the home of the Danville Otterbots.
* All proceeds go toward programs, initiatives, and scholarships for DPS students and teachers.
* TIMES: Children's Fun Run - 8:30am; 5K Run/Walk - 9:00am
* COURSE: The entire race will be along the beautiful Dan River on the Riverwalk Trail.
* ENTRY FEE: Children's Fun Run (12 and under) - $0 (as long as an adult is registered for the 5K Run/Walk).
5K Run/Walk - $30 to pre-register, $35 on race day. All area students 17 and under ($15, $20 on race day)
* PACKET PICK-UP: Available on race day beginning at 7:00am
* RACE DAY REGISTRATION: Registration will begin at 7:00am on Thursday. Cash and check ONLY for race day registration. Checks should be made payable to Danville Public Schools Education Foundation.
* WHAT'S INCLUDED: all race registrants registered by 11/13/24 will receive a long-sleeve performance shirt. If you register after 11/13/2024, shirts will be available upon availability.
* Trophies and medals will be awarded.
* 5k run and walk categories: 0-14, 15-19, every 10 years up to 69, 70 and over.
* Let's burn some calories before the big meal!
Races
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Children's Fun Run
Thu 28th November 2024 (8:30AM EST)
Free
CLOSEDmust be 12 years old and under -
5K Run
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 28th November 2024 (9:00AM EST)
$32.80
CLOSED -
5K Walk
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 28th November 2024 (9:00AM EST)
$32.80
CLOSED
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