The Ford Foundation Turkey Trot
- Date Sat 22nd November 2025
- Time 9:00AM CST
- Location Hattiesburg, Mississippi
- Price $32.80 - $43.40
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Join us for the 2nd Annual Ford Foundation Turkey Trot on Saturday, November 22, 2025, in the heart of Hattiesburg, Mississippi! This exciting event takes place at Town Square Park and features a 5K race and a 1-Mile Fun Run, perfect for all ages and fitness levels. Whether you're running, walking, or simply enjoying the festive atmosphere, your participation helps support the Build Better Scholars Program, providing scholarships to single parents, their children, and nursing students in need.
The day kicks off with race day check-in and packet pickup starting at 8:00 AM, followed by the 5K race at 9:00 AM and the 1-Mile Fun Run at 10:00 AM. Celebrate your achievements at the awards ceremony and post-race festivities, which include snacks, refreshments, and fun activities in the Family Fun Zone. There will be awards for top finishers and even prizes for the best turkey costume! Don't miss out on this wonderful opportunity to give back to the community while enjoying a morning of movement and camaraderie. Register today and trot with purpose!
The day kicks off with race day check-in and packet pickup starting at 8:00 AM, followed by the 5K race at 9:00 AM and the 1-Mile Fun Run at 10:00 AM. Celebrate your achievements at the awards ceremony and post-race festivities, which include snacks, refreshments, and fun activities in the Family Fun Zone. There will be awards for top finishers and even prizes for the best turkey costume! Don't miss out on this wonderful opportunity to give back to the community while enjoying a morning of movement and camaraderie. Register today and trot with purpose!
Organiser's Description
The Ford Foundations 2nd Annual Turkey Trot 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run
Saturday, November 22, 2025
Town Square Park | Downtown Hattiesburg, MS
Lace up your running shoes and join us for a morning of movement, community, and giving back! Whether youre running, walking, or trotting for fun, this family-friendly event supports our Build Better Scholars Program, which provides scholarships to single parents and children of single-parent homes and this year, nursing students too!
Packet pickup will be on Friday, November 21st, at Caesar Holdings, located at 670 Weathersby Rd. Suite 140, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Packets may also be picked up from 7:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. on race day at Town Square Park.
alarm clock Schedule:
* 8:00 AM Race Day Check-In & Packet Pickup
* 9:00 AM 5K Race Start
* 10:00 AM 1-Mile Fun Run Start
* 10:30 AM Awards Ceremony & Post-Race Celebration
Registration Includes:
* Commemorative Turkey Trot T-shirt
* Race Bib (for 5K runners)
* Post-run snacks & refreshments
* Entry to prize drawings and giveaways
Awards for Top Finishers:
* Overall Male & Female (5K)
* Age Group Winners
* Best Turkey Costume
Extras:
* Family Fun Zone
* Vendor Booths
* Music, Coffee & More!
Register today and trot with purpose!
Saturday, November 22, 2025
Town Square Park | Downtown Hattiesburg, MS
Lace up your running shoes and join us for a morning of movement, community, and giving back! Whether youre running, walking, or trotting for fun, this family-friendly event supports our Build Better Scholars Program, which provides scholarships to single parents and children of single-parent homes and this year, nursing students too!
Packet pickup will be on Friday, November 21st, at Caesar Holdings, located at 670 Weathersby Rd. Suite 140, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Packets may also be picked up from 7:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. on race day at Town Square Park.
alarm clock Schedule:
* 8:00 AM Race Day Check-In & Packet Pickup
* 9:00 AM 5K Race Start
* 10:00 AM 1-Mile Fun Run Start
* 10:30 AM Awards Ceremony & Post-Race Celebration
Registration Includes:
* Commemorative Turkey Trot T-shirt
* Race Bib (for 5K runners)
* Post-run snacks & refreshments
* Entry to prize drawings and giveaways
Awards for Top Finishers:
* Overall Male & Female (5K)
* Age Group Winners
* Best Turkey Costume
Extras:
* Family Fun Zone
* Vendor Booths
* Music, Coffee & More!
Register today and trot with purpose!
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