Run Turkey Run
- Date Thu 27th November 2025
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Burlington, Kentucky
- Price $29.50
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to kick off your Thanksgiving Day with a dash of fun at the 14th Annual Run Turkey Run! This exciting event will take place on Thursday, November 27, 2025, at England-Idlewild Park in Burlington, Boone. Participants can choose between a 5K run or a 5K walk, making it a fantastic way to get active and enjoy the crisp autumn air before the holiday festivities commence.
Join fellow runners and walkers at 9:00 AM for a scenic out-and-back course that showcases the beauty of the park. The event promises a great atmosphere, complete with free parking and chip timing for accurate results. Plus, the top three overall male and female participants will take home a turkey as a prize—what a unique way to celebrate your hard work! Don't forget to bring canned or non-perishable food items to support the Saving Grace Food Pantry. With online registration available until race day and finisher medals for the first 250 finishers, this is an event you won't want to miss. Mark your calendars and prepare for a memorable start to your Thanksgiving!
Join fellow runners and walkers at 9:00 AM for a scenic out-and-back course that showcases the beauty of the park. The event promises a great atmosphere, complete with free parking and chip timing for accurate results. Plus, the top three overall male and female participants will take home a turkey as a prize—what a unique way to celebrate your hard work! Don't forget to bring canned or non-perishable food items to support the Saving Grace Food Pantry. With online registration available until race day and finisher medals for the first 250 finishers, this is an event you won't want to miss. Mark your calendars and prepare for a memorable start to your Thanksgiving!
Organiser's Description
14TH ANNUAL "RUN TURKEY RUN" 5K RUN AND 5K WALK
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 2025 9:00 AM
ENGLAND-IDLEWILD PARK, BURLINGTON, KY
JOIN US IN NKY FOR A FUN START TO YOUR THANKSGIVING DAY. A GREAT ALTERNATIVE TO THE MEGA TURKEY TROTS. 5K DISTANCE. EARLY START. FREE PARKING. GET IN, GET OUT, GET HOME!
NOTE: ALL REGISTRATION IS ONLINE FOR 2025
COORDINATES: 39.037775, -84.732804 [https://goo.gl/maps/Gy1as586696L37G8A]
ORGANIZER: BURLINGTON BAPTIST CHURCH [https://burlingtonbaptist.org/]
BENEFICIARY:
Race proceeds will go to the Burlington Student Mission Projects helping to serve local families. Please bring one or more canned or non-perishable food items for Saving Grace Food Pantry.
COURSE:
Out-and-back 5K course will take place entirely in the park
AWARDS:
Top Three overall male and females will receive a turkey. Where else can you can take your prize home and eat it?
Finisher medals to first 250 finishers.
RESULTS:
All results including top three Males and Females and age groups will be posted online.
AWARDS CEREMONY:
Immediately following the Race
CHIP TIMING:
This year's race will be accurately "chip timed" using MyLaps Bib Tag technology. No need to return chips this year!
EMAIL ADDRESS:
All pre-registered entries that include a valid email address will receive an email confirmation of registration prior to the race.
REGISTRATION FEE:
Cost (Through Sunday, November 16, 2025): $27 adults and $17 for kids 14 and under.
Cost (Monday, November 17 through Race Day): $32 adults and $22 for kids 14 and under.
NOTE: ALL REGISTRATION IS ONLINE FOR 2025. THIS INCLUDES RACE DAY AS WELL.
RACE DAY IS ONLINE AND WE WILL NOT ACCEPT CASH.
T-SHIRTS:
T-shirts are optional and available for $13 while supplies last. Order early to be sure to get your size.
REGISTER ONLINE:
Online Pre-Registration at www.runningtime.net through Race Day.
NOTE: ALL REGISTRATION IS ONLINE FOR 2025. THIS INCLUDES RACE DAY AS WELL.
RACE DAY PACKET PICK UP
7:30 - 8:45 am at the venue! Look for signs and activity in our HQ park shelter.
NOTE:ALL REGISTRATION IS ONLINE ONLY FOR 2025
YOU MAY SIGN UP ON RACE DAY ONLINE ON YOUR COMPUTER, TABLET OR PHONE
EARLY PACKET PICK UP
There is no early packet pick up for this event
***** NO REFUNDS*****
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 2025 9:00 AM
ENGLAND-IDLEWILD PARK, BURLINGTON, KY
JOIN US IN NKY FOR A FUN START TO YOUR THANKSGIVING DAY. A GREAT ALTERNATIVE TO THE MEGA TURKEY TROTS. 5K DISTANCE. EARLY START. FREE PARKING. GET IN, GET OUT, GET HOME!
NOTE: ALL REGISTRATION IS ONLINE FOR 2025
COORDINATES: 39.037775, -84.732804 [https://goo.gl/maps/Gy1as586696L37G8A]
ORGANIZER: BURLINGTON BAPTIST CHURCH [https://burlingtonbaptist.org/]
BENEFICIARY:
Race proceeds will go to the Burlington Student Mission Projects helping to serve local families. Please bring one or more canned or non-perishable food items for Saving Grace Food Pantry.
COURSE:
Out-and-back 5K course will take place entirely in the park
AWARDS:
Top Three overall male and females will receive a turkey. Where else can you can take your prize home and eat it?
Finisher medals to first 250 finishers.
RESULTS:
All results including top three Males and Females and age groups will be posted online.
AWARDS CEREMONY:
Immediately following the Race
CHIP TIMING:
This year's race will be accurately "chip timed" using MyLaps Bib Tag technology. No need to return chips this year!
EMAIL ADDRESS:
All pre-registered entries that include a valid email address will receive an email confirmation of registration prior to the race.
REGISTRATION FEE:
Cost (Through Sunday, November 16, 2025): $27 adults and $17 for kids 14 and under.
Cost (Monday, November 17 through Race Day): $32 adults and $22 for kids 14 and under.
NOTE: ALL REGISTRATION IS ONLINE FOR 2025. THIS INCLUDES RACE DAY AS WELL.
RACE DAY IS ONLINE AND WE WILL NOT ACCEPT CASH.
T-SHIRTS:
T-shirts are optional and available for $13 while supplies last. Order early to be sure to get your size.
REGISTER ONLINE:
Online Pre-Registration at www.runningtime.net through Race Day.
NOTE: ALL REGISTRATION IS ONLINE FOR 2025. THIS INCLUDES RACE DAY AS WELL.
RACE DAY PACKET PICK UP
7:30 - 8:45 am at the venue! Look for signs and activity in our HQ park shelter.
NOTE:ALL REGISTRATION IS ONLINE ONLY FOR 2025
YOU MAY SIGN UP ON RACE DAY ONLINE ON YOUR COMPUTER, TABLET OR PHONE
EARLY PACKET PICK UP
There is no early packet pick up for this event
***** NO REFUNDS*****
Races
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5k
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 27th November 2025 (9:00AM EST)
$29.50
$27 for Adults, $17 for kids 14 and under. T-shirts are optional and are $13 while supplies last. Prices go up after November 16th
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