Garnet Valley Turkey Trot 5K and 1 Miler
- Date Wed 23rd September 2026 - Thu 26th November 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Glen Mills, Pennsylvania
- Price $22.20 - $32.80
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to celebrate Thanksgiving with the 2026 Garnet Valley Turkey Trot, taking place on the morning of Thursday, November 26, 2026, in beautiful Glen Mills, Delaware! This festive event features a 5K race and a 1-mile fun run, perfect for runners of all ages and skill levels. For those unable to join in person, a virtual 5K option allows family and friends from afar to participate and support the Healthy Kids Running Series.
Participants will receive a long sleeve t-shirt, race bib, and medal, with exciting cash prizes awarded to the top three overall male and female finishers in the 5K. Don't miss the chance to showcase your holiday spirit—prizes will also be given for the best-dressed turkey! With convenient packet pickup options leading up to the race, you can ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience on race day. Join us for a morning filled with fun, fitness, and community spirit as we trot into the holiday season!
Participants will receive a long sleeve t-shirt, race bib, and medal, with exciting cash prizes awarded to the top three overall male and female finishers in the 5K. Don't miss the chance to showcase your holiday spirit—prizes will also be given for the best-dressed turkey! With convenient packet pickup options leading up to the race, you can ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience on race day. Join us for a morning filled with fun, fitness, and community spirit as we trot into the holiday season!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US FOR THE 2026 GARNET VALLEY TURKEY TROT 5K & 1 MILE THIS THANKSGIVING MORNING!
NEW: VIRTUAL 5K AVAILABLE FOR FAMILY AND FRIENDS AFAR THAT WOULD LIKE TO SUPPORT HEALTHY KIDS RUNNING SERIES!
_ALL PARTICIPANTS IN THE 5K, 1 MILE AND VIRTUAL 5K WILL RECEIVE A LONG SLEEVE TEE, RACE BIB, AND A MEDAL!_
VIRTUAL 5K_
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Register before 11/11 and a bib, shirt and medal will be mailed out before Thanksgiving Day!
Register after 11/11 and a bib, shirt and medal will be mailed out after Thanksgiving Day!
BEST DRESSED TURKEY
A special Turkey Day prize will be awarded to the best dressed group, adult turkey & kid turkey!
5K MONETARY AWARDS
CASH PRIZES WILL BE AWARDED TO THE TOP 3 OVERALL 5K MALE AND FEMALE FINISHERS.
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1st Place - $250
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2nd Place - $100
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3rd Place - $50
PACKET PICK UP
(3) PACKET PICKUP OPTIONS will be offered for runners to get their t-shirt(s) & race bib(s) BEFORE RACE DAY. Medals will
be awarded at the completion of the 5k & 1 mile.
PICKUP DATES & TIMES:
* Sunday November 22nd, 2026; 11:00AM - 4:00PM
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MONDAY NOVEMBER 23RD, 2026; 8:00AM - 6:00PM
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TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 24TH, 2026; 8:00AM - 6:00PM
PICKUP ADDRESS:
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CHADDS FORD WEST 602 CHADDS FORD DR, SUITE 300 CHADDS FORD, PA 19317
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3RD FLOOR
PICKUP DETAILS:
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PLEASE TRY TO MAKE IT TO ONE OF THE PACKET PICKUPS. THIS WILL HELP CUT DOWN THE LINE ON RACE DAY AND SAVE YOU THE HASSLE OF DOING IT THE DAY-OF THE EVENT. WE WANT TO MAKE SURE YOU CAN GET TO YOUR START LINE ON TIME!
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YOU ARE ABLE TO PICK UP FOR FRIENDS AND FAMILY, JUST TELL US THEIR LAST NAME.
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IF YOU CANNOT ATTEND ANY OF THE PACKET PICKUPS, PLEASE ASK A FRIEND OR FAMILY IF THEY CAN COLLECT YOUR ITEMS AT THE PICKUP OR COME EARLY THE DAY OF THE EVENT TO COLLECT YOUR ITEMS AT THE REGISTRATION AREA.
DAY OF CHECK-IN/REGISTRATION
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Please register online prior to race day.
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ALL REGISTRATIONS are online. NO CASH!
*
Day-of registrations will be accepted until 11/26/2026 9 AM!
*
The check-in/registration table on-site opens at 7:45 AM.
*
Please register online prior to your arrival _or _on your phone while you are in the check-in line via RunSignup. Thank you!!
WEATHER
**THIS IS A RAIN/SNOW OR SHINE EVENT! PLEASE DRESS APPROPRIATELY!**
HEALTHY KIDS RUNNING SERIES
All proceeds benefit HEALTHY KIDS RUNNING SERIES [https://healthykidsrunningseries.org/] whose mission is to engage communities and families by providing an inclusive youth running experience, inspiring kids to believe in themselves and lead an active healthy lifestyle.
https://healthykidsrunningseries.org/
GETUPANDGO #GOBBLEGOBBLE
NEW: VIRTUAL 5K AVAILABLE FOR FAMILY AND FRIENDS AFAR THAT WOULD LIKE TO SUPPORT HEALTHY KIDS RUNNING SERIES!
_ALL PARTICIPANTS IN THE 5K, 1 MILE AND VIRTUAL 5K WILL RECEIVE A LONG SLEEVE TEE, RACE BIB, AND A MEDAL!_
VIRTUAL 5K_
_
Register before 11/11 and a bib, shirt and medal will be mailed out before Thanksgiving Day!
Register after 11/11 and a bib, shirt and medal will be mailed out after Thanksgiving Day!
BEST DRESSED TURKEY
A special Turkey Day prize will be awarded to the best dressed group, adult turkey & kid turkey!
5K MONETARY AWARDS
CASH PRIZES WILL BE AWARDED TO THE TOP 3 OVERALL 5K MALE AND FEMALE FINISHERS.
*
1st Place - $250
*
2nd Place - $100
*
3rd Place - $50
PACKET PICK UP
(3) PACKET PICKUP OPTIONS will be offered for runners to get their t-shirt(s) & race bib(s) BEFORE RACE DAY. Medals will
be awarded at the completion of the 5k & 1 mile.
PICKUP DATES & TIMES:
* Sunday November 22nd, 2026; 11:00AM - 4:00PM
*
MONDAY NOVEMBER 23RD, 2026; 8:00AM - 6:00PM
*
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 24TH, 2026; 8:00AM - 6:00PM
PICKUP ADDRESS:
*
CHADDS FORD WEST 602 CHADDS FORD DR, SUITE 300 CHADDS FORD, PA 19317
*
3RD FLOOR
PICKUP DETAILS:
*
PLEASE TRY TO MAKE IT TO ONE OF THE PACKET PICKUPS. THIS WILL HELP CUT DOWN THE LINE ON RACE DAY AND SAVE YOU THE HASSLE OF DOING IT THE DAY-OF THE EVENT. WE WANT TO MAKE SURE YOU CAN GET TO YOUR START LINE ON TIME!
*
YOU ARE ABLE TO PICK UP FOR FRIENDS AND FAMILY, JUST TELL US THEIR LAST NAME.
*
IF YOU CANNOT ATTEND ANY OF THE PACKET PICKUPS, PLEASE ASK A FRIEND OR FAMILY IF THEY CAN COLLECT YOUR ITEMS AT THE PICKUP OR COME EARLY THE DAY OF THE EVENT TO COLLECT YOUR ITEMS AT THE REGISTRATION AREA.
DAY OF CHECK-IN/REGISTRATION
*
Please register online prior to race day.
*
ALL REGISTRATIONS are online. NO CASH!
*
Day-of registrations will be accepted until 11/26/2026 9 AM!
*
The check-in/registration table on-site opens at 7:45 AM.
*
Please register online prior to your arrival _or _on your phone while you are in the check-in line via RunSignup. Thank you!!
WEATHER
**THIS IS A RAIN/SNOW OR SHINE EVENT! PLEASE DRESS APPROPRIATELY!**
HEALTHY KIDS RUNNING SERIES
All proceeds benefit HEALTHY KIDS RUNNING SERIES [https://healthykidsrunningseries.org/] whose mission is to engage communities and families by providing an inclusive youth running experience, inspiring kids to believe in themselves and lead an active healthy lifestyle.
https://healthykidsrunningseries.org/
GETUPANDGO #GOBBLEGOBBLE
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