Poultry in Motion; Waco Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot 5k and 1k Run/Walk
Event summary
The event starts bright and early, with packet pick-up beginning at 6:30 AM and the 1K fun run/walk at 8:00 AM, followed by the 5K at 8:30 AM. Runners can look forward to a new course for the 5K this year, along with exciting prizes for outstanding performances and creative Thanksgiving-themed costumes! Don't miss the chance to participate in the pie-eating contest and celebrate with family and friends. Plus, your participation helps support the Community Cancer Association, making this event not just fun but also meaningful. Mark your calendars and prepare to strut your stuff at this joyful holiday tradition!
Races
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5k - Timed Run/Walk - includes finisher medal, cotton blend short sleeved shirt, guaranteed only if registered by November 15, 2026, 11:59 p.m. CST
Incl. $5.80 Fee & Cotton Blend Short Sleeved T-Shirt
Timed Event, awards for age groups, includes finisher medal, cotton blend short sleeved shirt, guaranteed only if registered by November 15, 2026, 11:59 p.m. CST
Register8:30 AM CST
$60.80
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1k Non-Timed Fun Run/Walk - includes finisher medal, cotton blend short sleeved shirt, guaranteed only if registered by November 15, 2026, 11:59 p.m. CST
Incl. $4.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Non Timed Event - includes finisher medal, cotton blend short sleeved shirt, size guaranteed only if registered by November 15, 2026, 11:59 p.m. CST
Register8:00 AM CST
$44.90
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Kids 10 and under - untimed, includes finisher medal, no shirt but optional additional purchase
Incl. $4.00 Fee
Children only
Register8:00 AM CST
$29.00
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Who's Your Side Dish? Untimed option, includes finisher medal, no shirt but optional additional purchase
Incl. $4.30 Fee
For your bestie or loved one, family member, or whomever you can drag with you. This is a bare bones option - no shirt, no timing chip, but a race number and a finisher medal! Not the same finisher medal as our full price racers - think of it as fresh cranberry sauce vs canned, the turkey breast vs a thigh - but a custom one with the Poultry in Motion logo on a nice ribbon! They can trot the 1 mile or the 5K, their choice!
Register8:00 AM CST
$34.30
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Pie Eating Competition
You don't need to run fast for this event, you just need to eat fast! Limited to 30 people.
Register9:15 AM CST
Free
Organiser's description
Join your fellow pilgrims on Thanksgiving Day morning for a one mile fun run and a 5K run/walk in downtown Waco! We have even added a last minute "Side Dish" option for your last minute, more reluctant buddy that doesn't want to pay full price (and maybe doesn't want to get off the couch??)
And the "Spirit" of the holiday season .... all that quality family time... we have everything you need with an amazing new title sponsor this year, Bosque Spirits! Check out their two locations, one on LaSalle and one on Bosque! https://wacobarsupply.com/
And if you think just a fun run, think again! This year we are honored to donate to a very important local organization for which we are extremely thankful, the Community Cancer Association. Learn more about them at https://wacocancer.org/
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2025
Packet Pick Up 4:00 - 7:00 pm Waco Running Company, 700 Franklin Ave
https://maps.app.goo.gl/NKs83fvbHS7iVJ5G7
Pick up your race credentials early to avoid race morning lines and join your fellow pilgrims for a few beverages and giveaways. You know you're gonna need it !
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2026, INDIAN SPRING PARK, WACO SUSPENSION BRIDGE, 101 S. UNIVERSITY PARKS, WACO, TEXAS 76701
6:30m am - 8:15 am Packet Pick Up
8:00 a.m. 1K Fun Run/Walk
8:30 a.m. 5K Timed Run/Walk - new route for 2026! https://ridewithgps.com/routes/57645091
9:15 Pie Eating Contest
9:30 am Awards Ceremony
The 1K is a fun run so just that... FUN!
The 5K is a professionally timed event with awards for overall male and female, masters male and female, as well as age group awards! Even better, there is an award for the best Thanksgiving related costume! So dress your best and strut your Poultry In Motion Stuff!
Shirts are ordered on November 15th; you must be registered by then to be guaranteed your shirt and size. Yes, we order extras, but they will be distributed based on date and time of registration.... this is good news - you don't have to run fast, you just have to register fast!
Race Day Registration will be available but does come with an "inconvenience fee"...save $5 by registering prior to race day and use it for some cranberry sauce!
Course Map:
5K https://ridewithgps.com/routes/57645091
1K: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45003678
For more information, contact Nancy Goodnight at [email protected] or 254-405-2518
Gobble On!!!!
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Location
101 N. University Parks, Waco, 76701, TX, United States
Poultry in Motion; Waco Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot 5k and 1k Run/Walk
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