GCSOM Turkey Trot
- Date Sun 2nd November 2025
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Scranton, Pennsylvania
- Price $32.80 - $43.40
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
Event summary
Join us on Sunday, November 2, 2025, for the 16th Annual GCSOM Turkey Trot in Scranton, Lackawanna! This exciting event features both a 5K and a 10K run/walk, making it perfect for participants of all fitness levels. Starting at the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine, the race winds along the scenic Lackawanna River Heritage Trail before returning to the school for a festive finish. Registration opens at 6:45 AM, with the races kicking off at 8:00 AM. Enjoy a vibrant atmosphere filled with community spirit, as all proceeds benefit Friends of the Poor, a nonprofit dedicated to alleviating poverty in the Scranton area since 1986.
Bring the whole family along for a day of fun, as children 12 and under can join for free! Don’t miss the Tiny Trot Fun Zone, where kids can participate in crafts and activities. With registration fees of just $30 for the 5K and $40 for the 10K (both include a T-shirt), this is a fantastic opportunity to support a worthy cause while enjoying a healthy and active day outdoors. Awards will be given to the top finishers, so be sure
Bring the whole family along for a day of fun, as children 12 and under can join for free! Don’t miss the Tiny Trot Fun Zone, where kids can participate in crafts and activities. With registration fees of just $30 for the 5K and $40 for the 10K (both include a T-shirt), this is a fantastic opportunity to support a worthy cause while enjoying a healthy and active day outdoors. Awards will be given to the top finishers, so be sure
Organiser's Description
Get ready to lace up for the 16th Annual Turkey Trot 5K/10K Run/Walk!
Join us for a morning of fun, fitness, and community spirit at Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine, in collaboration with AllOne Foundation & Charities. This exciting event benefits Friends of the Poor, a nonprofit that has been serving the Scranton area since 1986.
Friends of the Poor operates 14 food pantries across the county and provides essential services including food, clothing, furniture, household items, utility and medical assistance, transportation, after-school programs, and more all aimed at easing the burden of poverty and improving lives.
RACE DAY DETAILS:
Sunday, November 2
Registration opens at 6:45 AM
Race begins at 8:00 AM
The route starts at the medical school, travels down the Lackawanna River Heritage Trail, and returns to finish at the medical school. Following the race will be awards and post-race celebrations.
REGISTRATION FEES:
5K $30 (includes a T-shirt)
10K $40 (includes a T-shirt)
Children 12 & under Free
Register online by October 31 at noon, or sign up on race day during registration time.
TINY TROT FUN ZONE:
Enjoy crafts and activities for kids of all ages a great way for the whole family to join in the fun!
More details will be posted at https://www.geisinger.org/turkeytrot.
To learn more about the impact of Friends of the Poor, visit friendsofthepoorscranton.com.
Any questions email [email protected].
AWARDS:
Results will be announced after the completion of the 5K/10K.
Awards will be given to the top overall male and female finishers in each race, as well as the top male and female in the following age categories:
019
2029
3039
4049
5059
60+
Come out, make a difference, and enjoy a great day with your community!
Much appreciation!
Join us for a morning of fun, fitness, and community spirit at Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine, in collaboration with AllOne Foundation & Charities. This exciting event benefits Friends of the Poor, a nonprofit that has been serving the Scranton area since 1986.
Friends of the Poor operates 14 food pantries across the county and provides essential services including food, clothing, furniture, household items, utility and medical assistance, transportation, after-school programs, and more all aimed at easing the burden of poverty and improving lives.
RACE DAY DETAILS:
Sunday, November 2
Registration opens at 6:45 AM
Race begins at 8:00 AM
The route starts at the medical school, travels down the Lackawanna River Heritage Trail, and returns to finish at the medical school. Following the race will be awards and post-race celebrations.
REGISTRATION FEES:
5K $30 (includes a T-shirt)
10K $40 (includes a T-shirt)
Children 12 & under Free
Register online by October 31 at noon, or sign up on race day during registration time.
TINY TROT FUN ZONE:
Enjoy crafts and activities for kids of all ages a great way for the whole family to join in the fun!
More details will be posted at https://www.geisinger.org/turkeytrot.
To learn more about the impact of Friends of the Poor, visit friendsofthepoorscranton.com.
Any questions email [email protected].
AWARDS:
Results will be announced after the completion of the 5K/10K.
Awards will be given to the top overall male and female finishers in each race, as well as the top male and female in the following age categories:
019
2029
3039
4049
5059
60+
Come out, make a difference, and enjoy a great day with your community!
Much appreciation!
Races
-
5k Run/Walk
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Unisex T-Shirt
Sun 2nd November 2025 (8:00AM EST)
$32.80
CLOSED -
10k Run/Walk
Incl. $3.40 Fee & Unisex T-Shirt
Sun 2nd November 2025 (8:00AM EST)
$43.40
CLOSED
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