Hero's Bridge Prince William 5k Turkey Trot & Mashed Potato Mile
Thursday, November 26, 2026
8:30 AM EST
Manassas, Virginia
$31.10–$52.26 · 2 races
5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Hero's Bridge Prince William 5K Turkey Trot & Mashed Potato Mile on Thursday, November 26, 2026, in beautiful Manassas, Virginia! This exciting event not only offers a fun-filled race day experience but also supports a worthy cause, with a portion of the proceeds benefiting Hero's Bridge, an organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of elderly veterans. Participants can choose between a scenic 5K run starting at 8:30 AM and a delightful 1-mile run/walk kicking off at 9:35 AM.
Race day festivities will take place at the Freedom Aquatic & Fitness Center, where runners can pick up their packets on Wednesday, November 25, from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM. All participants will receive a custom race shirt, medal, and digital finishers certificate, making this a memorable experience for everyone involved. With awards for the top finishers in various age groups, there’s plenty of motivation to push your limits! Join us for a day of community spirit, fitness, and fun while supporting our heroes. Don’t miss out on this chance to trot into the Thanksgiving spirit!
Race day festivities will take place at the Freedom Aquatic & Fitness Center, where runners can pick up their packets on Wednesday, November 25, from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM. All participants will receive a custom race shirt, medal, and digital finishers certificate, making this a memorable experience for everyone involved. With awards for the top finishers in various age groups, there’s plenty of motivation to push your limits! Join us for a day of community spirit, fitness, and fun while supporting our heroes. Don’t miss out on this chance to trot into the Thanksgiving spirit!
Races
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Mashed Potato Mile
Incl. $3.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Please note the 1-mile race is NOT timed.
Register9:35 AM EST
$31.10
Organiser's description
Fun Run Racing is partnering with Heros Bridge to bring you the 2026 Prince William Turkey Trot. A portion of race proceeds will benefit this amazing charitable organization. Heros Bridge serves elderly veterans of the World War II, Korean, and Vietnam wars, bridging veterans to a better quality of life through age-specific and innovative programs. For more information go to https://herosbridge.org
PACKET PICK UP
Wednesday, 11/25, 3:00 pm7:00 pm at The Freedom Aquatic & Fitness Center, 9100 Freedom Center Blvd, Manassas, VA. Please note that Packet Pick Up is NOT at The Running Store.
If you have the QR code from this email available on your phone or printed out as you pick up your packet, we will be able to look you up super-fast and get you ready to race.
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
Race Start Times: 5K start time: 8:30; 1 Mile start time: 9:35.
COURSE
Strollers: allowed | Dogs: not allowed due to safety concerns
The 5K has a course time limit of 55 minutes (18 min/mile).
The 1-Mile Run/Walk IS NOT timed.
Click here https://princewilliamturkeytrot.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/5k-Turkey-Bridge.jpg for the 5K course map.
Click here https://princewilliamturkeytrot.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/1k-hero-bridge.jpg for the 1-mile course map.
Due to runner safety protocols, the race route is closed to spectators. Only authorized race staff, PWC Police, GMU police, and traffic control employees are permitted on the race route.
PARKING AND DIRECTIONS
Please arrive at the Freedom Center no later than 50 minutes prior to your race time. At 8:15, prior to the start of the 5K, University Blvd. will be closed along the race route. At that time, you can only access the Freedom Center via Wellington Road and then Freedom Center Blvd.
SWAG AND AWARDS
All 5K and 1-Mile runners will receive a custom race shirt, medal, custom bib, and a digital finishers certificate.
There is no formal awards ceremony just pick your award up inside the gym! The Top 3 Overall Male and Female 5K Finishers, as well as the Top 3 Male and Female Finishers in each of the following age groups, will receive awards: 10 & Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+ There are no age group awards for the 1-mile.
RUNNER SAFETY PROTOCOLS
The Freedom Aquatic & Fitness Center has graciously opened its facility so participants and spectators can stay warm both pre and post-race.
We will offer 1 water station at the 1.5-mile mark of the race. Small unopened water bottles will be available on a table for runners. In addition, small water bottles will be available at the end of the race.
We will adhere to all Virginia Department of Health guidelines for running races and abide by RRCAs best practices for conducting safe running events.
POST RACE
After the race, you will be able to check your results here https://www.adventuresignup.com/Race/Results/11669.
For more information, check out the event website here https://princewilliamturkeytrot.com.
PACKET PICK UP
Wednesday, 11/25, 3:00 pm7:00 pm at The Freedom Aquatic & Fitness Center, 9100 Freedom Center Blvd, Manassas, VA. Please note that Packet Pick Up is NOT at The Running Store.
If you have the QR code from this email available on your phone or printed out as you pick up your packet, we will be able to look you up super-fast and get you ready to race.
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
Race Start Times: 5K start time: 8:30; 1 Mile start time: 9:35.
COURSE
Strollers: allowed | Dogs: not allowed due to safety concerns
The 5K has a course time limit of 55 minutes (18 min/mile).
The 1-Mile Run/Walk IS NOT timed.
Click here https://princewilliamturkeytrot.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/5k-Turkey-Bridge.jpg for the 5K course map.
Click here https://princewilliamturkeytrot.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/1k-hero-bridge.jpg for the 1-mile course map.
Due to runner safety protocols, the race route is closed to spectators. Only authorized race staff, PWC Police, GMU police, and traffic control employees are permitted on the race route.
PARKING AND DIRECTIONS
Please arrive at the Freedom Center no later than 50 minutes prior to your race time. At 8:15, prior to the start of the 5K, University Blvd. will be closed along the race route. At that time, you can only access the Freedom Center via Wellington Road and then Freedom Center Blvd.
SWAG AND AWARDS
All 5K and 1-Mile runners will receive a custom race shirt, medal, custom bib, and a digital finishers certificate.
There is no formal awards ceremony just pick your award up inside the gym! The Top 3 Overall Male and Female 5K Finishers, as well as the Top 3 Male and Female Finishers in each of the following age groups, will receive awards: 10 & Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+ There are no age group awards for the 1-mile.
RUNNER SAFETY PROTOCOLS
The Freedom Aquatic & Fitness Center has graciously opened its facility so participants and spectators can stay warm both pre and post-race.
We will offer 1 water station at the 1.5-mile mark of the race. Small unopened water bottles will be available on a table for runners. In addition, small water bottles will be available at the end of the race.
We will adhere to all Virginia Department of Health guidelines for running races and abide by RRCAs best practices for conducting safe running events.
POST RACE
After the race, you will be able to check your results here https://www.adventuresignup.com/Race/Results/11669.
For more information, check out the event website here https://princewilliamturkeytrot.com.
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Location
Freedom Aquatic & Fitness Center, 9100 Freedom Center Blvd, Manassas, 20110, VA, United States
Hero's Bridge Prince William 5k Turkey Trot & Mashed Potato Mile
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