Ross Bridge Turkey Trot
- Date Thu 26th November 2026
- Time 8:00AM CST
- Location Hoover, Alabama
- Price $11.60 - $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready to kick off your Thanksgiving morning with the sixth-annual Ross Bridge Turkey Trot on Thursday, November 26, 2026, in beautiful Hoover, Jefferson! This beloved local tradition invites runners and families to enjoy a fun-filled day while giving back to the community. Participants can choose between a spirited 5K run and a delightful 1-mile fun run, both starting and finishing at the picturesque Ross Park.
The excitement begins bright and early, with the 5K race starting at 8 AM and the 1-mile fun run following at 8:45 AM. Don't forget to register by November 9th to secure your exclusive event shirt and ensure you’re part of this unforgettable experience. With prizes for the top male and female finishers in the 5K and awards for age group winners, there’s plenty of incentive to lace up your running shoes! Plus, all proceeds from this year’s event will benefit the Grace Klein Community, making your participation even more meaningful. So gather your friends and family, and join us for a morning filled with fun, fitness, and fantastic memories at the Ross Bridge Turkey Trot!
The excitement begins bright and early, with the 5K race starting at 8 AM and the 1-mile fun run following at 8:45 AM. Don't forget to register by November 9th to secure your exclusive event shirt and ensure you’re part of this unforgettable experience. With prizes for the top male and female finishers in the 5K and awards for age group winners, there’s plenty of incentive to lace up your running shoes! Plus, all proceeds from this year’s event will benefit the Grace Klein Community, making your participation even more meaningful. So gather your friends and family, and join us for a morning filled with fun, fitness, and fantastic memories at the Ross Bridge Turkey Trot!
Organiser's Description
The sixth-annual Ross Bridge Turkey Trot 5K and 1-mile fun run are back in 2026! Join us for this Hoover Thanksgiving morning tradition for a fun course, great company and great memories! It all starts and ends at Ross Park in the heart of Ross Bridge!
PACKET PICKUP
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 24TH
10am-5pm
Fleet Feet Birmingham
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 25TH
10am-3pm
Fleet Feet Birmingham
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 26TH
7am-7:45am
Ross Park
RACE DAY REGISTRATION
Available at Ross Park.
START TIME
8 am - 5K
8:45am - 1-mile kids fun run
RACE ROUTE
Click Here for the race route! [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1754331]
* As streets will not be blocked off to traffic, please be aware of your surroundings at all times as there could be cars on the route. Stay to the left side of the road during the route and look for street chalk markings for turns and directions. We'll have volunteers at intersections to keep everyone safe.
SHIRTS - Shirts again will be included with race day registration but this year, there will be a hard deadline on registration to receive a shirt. The deadline is November 9th! We won't be having a reorder this year. Make sure to register early so that you'll receive a shirt! The shirt design will be available soon!
PRIZES
Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 male and female finishers of the 5k and to the winners of each age group. Awards to follow the fun run. The main goal however is to have fun, get a great workout in and start Thanksgiving Day off right. We'll see you bright and early Thursday!
GIVING BACK
Proceeds of this year's turkey trot are going to Grace Klein Community.
VOLUNTEERS
We are still looking for volunteers to help at a couple of intersections on the course during the race. If you know anyone interested, please reach out to jay@fleetfeetbirmingham.com.
PACKET PICKUP
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 24TH
10am-5pm
Fleet Feet Birmingham
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 25TH
10am-3pm
Fleet Feet Birmingham
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 26TH
7am-7:45am
Ross Park
RACE DAY REGISTRATION
Available at Ross Park.
START TIME
8 am - 5K
8:45am - 1-mile kids fun run
RACE ROUTE
Click Here for the race route! [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1754331]
* As streets will not be blocked off to traffic, please be aware of your surroundings at all times as there could be cars on the route. Stay to the left side of the road during the route and look for street chalk markings for turns and directions. We'll have volunteers at intersections to keep everyone safe.
SHIRTS - Shirts again will be included with race day registration but this year, there will be a hard deadline on registration to receive a shirt. The deadline is November 9th! We won't be having a reorder this year. Make sure to register early so that you'll receive a shirt! The shirt design will be available soon!
PRIZES
Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 male and female finishers of the 5k and to the winners of each age group. Awards to follow the fun run. The main goal however is to have fun, get a great workout in and start Thanksgiving Day off right. We'll see you bright and early Thursday!
GIVING BACK
Proceeds of this year's turkey trot are going to Grace Klein Community.
VOLUNTEERS
We are still looking for volunteers to help at a couple of intersections on the course during the race. If you know anyone interested, please reach out to jay@fleetfeetbirmingham.com.
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