SOME's Trot for Hunger
- Date Fri 1st May 2026 - Thu 26th November 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Washington, District of Columbia
- Price $16.90 - $69.90
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 25th Annual Trot for Hunger, taking place on Thanksgiving morning, November 26, 2026, at the iconic Freedom Plaza in Washington, D.C. This beloved event is not just the largest Turkey Trot in the area; it’s a heartfelt tradition that unites the community in the spirit of compassion and support. Participants can choose between the timed 5K race and the fun Little Turkey 1-Miler, making it a perfect outing for families, friends, and avid runners alike.
Every mile matters and every step contributes to a greater cause—helping provide meals, housing, healthcare, and job training for those in need. With a festive finisher festival and awards ceremony, the atmosphere promises to be uplifting and joyful. In addition to the in-person race, you can also join virtually from November 1-30, running your 5K in your neighborhood or local park while raising awareness for this vital mission. Don’t miss your chance to make a difference this holiday season—register by November 4, 2026, to secure your race shirt and be part of this impactful celebration of community spirit!
Every mile matters and every step contributes to a greater cause—helping provide meals, housing, healthcare, and job training for those in need. With a festive finisher festival and awards ceremony, the atmosphere promises to be uplifting and joyful. In addition to the in-person race, you can also join virtually from November 1-30, running your 5K in your neighborhood or local park while raising awareness for this vital mission. Don’t miss your chance to make a difference this holiday season—register by November 4, 2026, to secure your race shirt and be part of this impactful celebration of community spirit!
Organiser's Description
EVERY MILE MATTERS. EVERY STEP GIVES.
D.C.s largest and only Turkey Trot is more than a raceits a tradition of compassion and community. On Thanksgiving morning, join thousands of neighbors at FREEDOM PLAZA for SOMES 25TH ANNUAL TROT FOR HUNGER 5K AND LITTLE TURKEY 1-MILER.
Whether youre chasing a personal best, walking with family, or cheering from the sidelines, every stride fuels change. Together, well transform a holiday run into hope for our communitysupporting meals, housing, healthcare, and job training for those most in need.
* IN-PERSON RACE & FESTIVAL: Join us at Freedom Plaza on November 26, 2026 - Thanksgiving morning - for a timed 5K, the Little Turkey 1-Miler, and a family-friendly finisher festival!
* VIRTUAL RACE: From November 1-30, run a 5K from your neighborhood or local park while raising funds and spreading awareness of SOME's mission! Help us reach all 50 states and expand our global participation!
This Thanksgiving, lets make every mile matter.
EVENT TIMELINE
6:30 AM - BIB PICK UP OPENS ON FREEDOM PLAZA
7:30 AM - LITTLE TURKEY 1-MILER STARTS
8:15 AM - 5K STARTS
8:45 AM - 5K START LINE CLOSES
9:00 AM - AWARDS CEREMONY
9:30 AM - BEST DRESSED TURKEY (PET COSTUME) COMPETITION
10:30 AM - ROADS RE-OPEN
ALL PARTICIPANTS must register and pay online. There is no in-person registration or in-person payment at packet pick-up or on site on race morning. Please register by NOVEMBER 4, 2026 to guarantee a race shirt.
PRE-RACE PACKET PICK-UP
_***PRE-RACE PACKET PICK-UP IS YOUR ONLY OPPORTUNITY TO PICK UP YOUR T-SHIRT BEFORE THE RACE. IF YOU DO NOT ATTEND PRE-RACE PACKET PICK-UP, YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO PICK UP YOUR T-SHIRT UNTIL AFTER 9:00 AM ON RACE DAY.***_
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 24 & WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 25. LOCATIONS AND TIMES COMING SOON!
_*PLEASE NOTE THERE IS NO WATER STOP ON THE COURSE. THERE WILL BE BOTTLED WATER AT THE FINISH LINE. _
_VIRTUAL RACE: FROM NOVEMBER 1-30, RUN A 5K FROM YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD OR LOCAL PARK WHILE RAISING FUNDS AND SPREADING AWARENESS OF SOME'S MISSION! HELP US REACH ALL 50 STATES AND EXPAND OUR GLOBAL PARTICIPATION!_
D.C.s largest and only Turkey Trot is more than a raceits a tradition of compassion and community. On Thanksgiving morning, join thousands of neighbors at FREEDOM PLAZA for SOMES 25TH ANNUAL TROT FOR HUNGER 5K AND LITTLE TURKEY 1-MILER.
Whether youre chasing a personal best, walking with family, or cheering from the sidelines, every stride fuels change. Together, well transform a holiday run into hope for our communitysupporting meals, housing, healthcare, and job training for those most in need.
* IN-PERSON RACE & FESTIVAL: Join us at Freedom Plaza on November 26, 2026 - Thanksgiving morning - for a timed 5K, the Little Turkey 1-Miler, and a family-friendly finisher festival!
* VIRTUAL RACE: From November 1-30, run a 5K from your neighborhood or local park while raising funds and spreading awareness of SOME's mission! Help us reach all 50 states and expand our global participation!
This Thanksgiving, lets make every mile matter.
EVENT TIMELINE
6:30 AM - BIB PICK UP OPENS ON FREEDOM PLAZA
7:30 AM - LITTLE TURKEY 1-MILER STARTS
8:15 AM - 5K STARTS
8:45 AM - 5K START LINE CLOSES
9:00 AM - AWARDS CEREMONY
9:30 AM - BEST DRESSED TURKEY (PET COSTUME) COMPETITION
10:30 AM - ROADS RE-OPEN
ALL PARTICIPANTS must register and pay online. There is no in-person registration or in-person payment at packet pick-up or on site on race morning. Please register by NOVEMBER 4, 2026 to guarantee a race shirt.
PRE-RACE PACKET PICK-UP
_***PRE-RACE PACKET PICK-UP IS YOUR ONLY OPPORTUNITY TO PICK UP YOUR T-SHIRT BEFORE THE RACE. IF YOU DO NOT ATTEND PRE-RACE PACKET PICK-UP, YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO PICK UP YOUR T-SHIRT UNTIL AFTER 9:00 AM ON RACE DAY.***_
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 24 & WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 25. LOCATIONS AND TIMES COMING SOON!
_*PLEASE NOTE THERE IS NO WATER STOP ON THE COURSE. THERE WILL BE BOTTLED WATER AT THE FINISH LINE. _
_VIRTUAL RACE: FROM NOVEMBER 1-30, RUN A 5K FROM YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD OR LOCAL PARK WHILE RAISING FUNDS AND SPREADING AWARENESS OF SOME'S MISSION! HELP US REACH ALL 50 STATES AND EXPAND OUR GLOBAL PARTICIPATION!_
Races
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5k
Incl. $4.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Fri 1st May 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$69.90
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Little Turkey 1-Miler
Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Fri 1st May 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$16.90
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Pet Competition Best Dressed 'Turkey'
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Fri 1st May 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$27.50
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Virtual 5K
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
$48.70
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