Rome Turkey Trot 5K and 3K Feel Whole Stroll

ROME TURKEY TROT 5K & 'FEEL WHOLE 3K STROLL'

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 2024

_ROME, GA_



9:00AM--5K

9:05AM--3K STROLL



PRESENTED BY_ ADVENTHEALTH REDMOND_





ACT NOW AND SAVE $$ REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! EARLY BIRD PRICE RUNS THROUGH SUN., OCTOBER 20TH. PRICE INCREASES ON MONDAY, OCTOBER 21ST.



Get ready to gobble up the fun at the Rome Turkey Trot 5K race and 3K walk this Thanksgiving Day--Nov. 28th 2024--proudly sponsored by _ADVENTHEALTH REDMOND! _This delightful event is not just about running and walking; its a celebration of community spirit and a commitment to promoting healthy lifestyles and outdoor activity and proceeds will benefit _Northwest Georgia Hunger Ministries Inc._



Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual stroller, we invite you to strut your stuff and show off your Thanksgiving spirit! Dont let the chance to be part of this festive gathering fly byregister early to secure your spot. So, grab your friends and family, and lets trot into a healthier, happier holiday season together!



The 5K course is a USATF-certified and is a qualifying event for the 2025 AJC Peachtree Road Race.



RACE SCHEDULE:

7:30am Race Day Registration opens
8:45am Race Day Registration_ _closes
9:00am 5K
9:05am Feel Whole 3K Stroll
10:15am Awards Ceremony



REGISTRATION INFO:

Pre-Race, on-line Registration will be open until 11:00pm, Monday, Nov. 25, 2024. (PRE-REGISTER TO GUARANTEE YOUR T-SHIRT SIZE!)

Pre-race Race Registration Fees:

For AGES 18 & UNDER...."EARLY BIRD RATE" is $20, until Oct. 20th...after that, it's $25

For ADULTS, "EARLY BIRD RATE" is $25, until Oct. 20th...after that, it's $30



Race Day Rates: (NOTE: WE CANNOT GUARANTEE YOUR T-SHIRT SIZE IF YOU REGISTER ON RACE DAY!)

$40 for the 5K & 3K



RACE TIMING:

In partnership with _WIRE2WIRE RUNNING_, 5K runners will be timed via a disposable timing chip on their race bib provided in race packets.



PRE-RACE PACKET PICKUP & RACE SHIRTS:

For those who have pre-registered, we highly-encourage you to pick up your race packet & t-shirt on Wednesday, Nov. 27th from 10am--6pm at the _GoGo Running/The Shoe Box_ store (1018 Martha Berry Blvd NE, Rome, GA 30165). Saves time & stress on race morning!

5K & 3K participants receive a shirt based on size indicated in their online registration. Size exchanges not guaranteed.



RACE COURSE SUPPORT:

Restrooms Available in the area before/after race
Water Stations Water will be provided at water stations on course
Lead Bike A lead biker will guide front of race runners in 5K; both 5K & 3K courses are supported by stationary and roving marshals
Medical EMTs will be available for basic first aid is available at finish area
Finish Area - Water, Gatorade, Fruit, & Snacks (free to runners)



5K AWARDS:



Overall awards in the 5K will be presented to the following:

Top 3 Overall M&F
Top Master M&F
Top 3 in each of the following Age Categories M&F:
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 & Over

NOTE: The 'Feel Whole 3K Stroll' is just for fun...sorry, no awards presented for the 3K Stroll.


PARKING ON RACE DAY:

There is plenty of FREE parking available at the _ADVENTHEALTH STADIUM_ parking lots.


DOGS & STROLLERS:

For the safety of the 5K runners, dogs and strollers are not permitted with runners on the 5K route. Dogs on leashes are fine for the 3K Feel Whole Stroll.



CANCELATION / WEATHER / REFUNDS:

This event will be held rain or shine, warm or cold weather unless event organizers determine in conjunction with local authorities that conditions necessitate cancelation. If cancelation is necessary, no credits or refunds will be provided and registered participants for the 5K/3K distances will be transferred to the rescheduled date.