Grand Junction Fire Fighters Foundation GJ Turkey Trot
- Date Thu 27th November 2025
- Time 9:30AM MST
- Location Grand Junction, Colorado
- Price $40.00
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join the excitement at the 2025 Grand Junction Fire Fighters Foundation GJ Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving morning, Thursday, November 27th, 2025, in beautiful Grand Junction, Mesa! This popular family event attracts over 2,500 participants each year, making it a cherished Thanksgiving tradition. Lace up your running shoes for the 5K GJ Turkey Trot, which offers a scenic route through over three miles of downtown Grand Junction.
The festivities kick off bright and early at 9:00 AM with the Little Gobbler Kids Run, a fun and free event for children aged 8 and under, where they can dash one lap around the track and receive a small prize as they are cheered on by the crowd. At 9:30 AM, the main event begins with the 5K GJ Turkey Trot, welcoming participants of all ages and abilities—so whether you're aiming for a personal record or just enjoying a stroll with family and friends, this is the perfect way to celebrate Thanksgiving! Don’t forget, to keep the event safe and enjoyable, please leave your furry friends at home. Early registration is now open, so sign up today and make this year's Turkey Trot a highlight of your holiday!
The festivities kick off bright and early at 9:00 AM with the Little Gobbler Kids Run, a fun and free event for children aged 8 and under, where they can dash one lap around the track and receive a small prize as they are cheered on by the crowd. At 9:30 AM, the main event begins with the 5K GJ Turkey Trot, welcoming participants of all ages and abilities—so whether you're aiming for a personal record or just enjoying a stroll with family and friends, this is the perfect way to celebrate Thanksgiving! Don’t forget, to keep the event safe and enjoyable, please leave your furry friends at home. Early registration is now open, so sign up today and make this year's Turkey Trot a highlight of your holiday!
Organiser's Description
2025 Grand Junction Fire Fighters Foundation GJ Turkey Trot
5K GJ Turkey Trot & Little Gobbler Kids Run - Join over 2,500 people that have made the GJ Turkey Trot part of their Thanksgiving tradition. Come out and run, jog or walk through over 3 miles of beautiful Downtown Grand Junction. This is a family event so load your kids in the stroller and bring them along.
Thanksgiving Morning - Thursday, November 27th, 2025
9:00 Little Gobbler Kids Run - A free kids fun run for children 8 and under. The kids will run 1 lap around the track and finish while being cheered on by the crowd. The run is free and every child will receive a small prize.
9:30 5K GJ Turkey Trot - A family event that winds through over 3 miles of beautiful downtown Grand Junction. Come out to break a PR or just enjoy a walk with family and friends. We welcome all ages and abilities so feel free to bring the strollers.
***City ordinance does not allow any animals, even leashed, at downtown events so please help us out and leave all furry family members at home***
Early Registration
Free Under 5 / $20 Ages 5-15 / $30 Ages 16+
Late Registration - Starting 11/25/25
Free Under 5 / $20 Ages 5-15 / $40 Ages 16+
Packet Pick-Up
Wednesday, November 26th 5:00 - 7:00pm
Thursday, November 27th 7:00 - 8:30am
Lincoln Park Barn - Lincoln Park, Grand Junction, CO
5K GJ Turkey Trot & Little Gobbler Kids Run - Join over 2,500 people that have made the GJ Turkey Trot part of their Thanksgiving tradition. Come out and run, jog or walk through over 3 miles of beautiful Downtown Grand Junction. This is a family event so load your kids in the stroller and bring them along.
Thanksgiving Morning - Thursday, November 27th, 2025
9:00 Little Gobbler Kids Run - A free kids fun run for children 8 and under. The kids will run 1 lap around the track and finish while being cheered on by the crowd. The run is free and every child will receive a small prize.
9:30 5K GJ Turkey Trot - A family event that winds through over 3 miles of beautiful downtown Grand Junction. Come out to break a PR or just enjoy a walk with family and friends. We welcome all ages and abilities so feel free to bring the strollers.
***City ordinance does not allow any animals, even leashed, at downtown events so please help us out and leave all furry family members at home***
Early Registration
Free Under 5 / $20 Ages 5-15 / $30 Ages 16+
Late Registration - Starting 11/25/25
Free Under 5 / $20 Ages 5-15 / $40 Ages 16+
Packet Pick-Up
Wednesday, November 26th 5:00 - 7:00pm
Thursday, November 27th 7:00 - 8:30am
Lincoln Park Barn - Lincoln Park, Grand Junction, CO
Races
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5K GJ Turkey Trot
Incl. Race Shirt
Thu 27th November 2025 (9:30AM MST)
$40.00
CLOSED
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