The Ford Foundation Turkey Trot
- Date Sat 23rd November 2024
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Hattiesburg, Mississippi
- Price $27.50 - $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join the excitement at the inaugural Ford Foundation Turkey Trot on Saturday, November 23, 2024, in the charming Town Square Park of Hattiesburg, Forrest. This family-friendly event features a 5K race and a 1 Mile Fun Run, taking participants through the scenic streets of Downtown Hattiesburg. It's a fantastic opportunity to enjoy the festive spirit while supporting a great cause, as all proceeds benefit the Build Better Scholarship, aimed at providing tuition relief for single parents and their children.
Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun day out with the family, this event is perfect for everyone. Register early to ensure your t-shirt, and don't miss the chance to compete for a special turkey voucher for the overall male and female winners in each race, as well as top finishers in each age group for the 5K. Packets can be picked up on Friday, November 22, or on race day morning, so gear up for a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit!
Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun day out with the family, this event is perfect for everyone. Register early to ensure your t-shirt, and don't miss the chance to compete for a special turkey voucher for the overall male and female winners in each race, as well as top finishers in each age group for the 5K. Packets can be picked up on Friday, November 22, or on race day morning, so gear up for a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
Experience The Ford Foundation's inaugural Turkey Trot on Saturday, November 23, 2024, at Town Square Park. This exciting event features a 5k and 1 Mile Fun Run. The race takes you through the picturesque Downtown Hattiesburg, culminating in a grand finish at Town Square Park.
This is a great event for the entire family. All proceeds from the race benefit the Build Better Scholarship, we partnered with Pearl River Community College to bring tuition relief to single parents and children raised in single parent homes.
Both races will offer same-day registration, but runners who sign up after October 31st are not guaranteed a t-shirt.
Packet pickup will be on Friday, November 22nd, at Adwoa Pairc, located at 2200 Hardy Street Suite 30, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Packets may also be picked up from 6:00 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. on race day at Town Square Park.
Compete for a Turkey! Vouchers for a free Turkey will be given to overall male and female for each race, as well as the top male and female finishers in each age group for the 5K.
This is a great event for the entire family. All proceeds from the race benefit the Build Better Scholarship, we partnered with Pearl River Community College to bring tuition relief to single parents and children raised in single parent homes.
Both races will offer same-day registration, but runners who sign up after October 31st are not guaranteed a t-shirt.
Packet pickup will be on Friday, November 22nd, at Adwoa Pairc, located at 2200 Hardy Street Suite 30, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Packets may also be picked up from 6:00 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. on race day at Town Square Park.
Compete for a Turkey! Vouchers for a free Turkey will be given to overall male and female for each race, as well as the top male and female finishers in each age group for the 5K.
Races
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5k
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 23rd November 2024 (8:00AM EST)
$32.80
CLOSED -
1 Mile Fun Run
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 23rd November 2024 (9:00AM EST)
$27.50
CLOSED
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