The Ford Foundation Turkey Trot
- Date Sat 21st November 2026
- Time 9:00AM CST
- Location Hattiesburg, Mississippi
- Price $22.20 - $43.40
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Join us for the 3rd Annual Ford Foundation Turkey Trot on Saturday, November 21, 2026, at Town Square Park in downtown Hattiesburg, MS! This exciting event features a 5K race and a 1-mile fun run, making it perfect for runners, walkers, and families looking to enjoy a morning of fitness and community spirit. The Turkey Trot not only promotes health and wellness but also supports a great cause—the Build Better Scholars Program, which provides scholarships to single parents, children from single-parent homes, and even nursing students.
Start your day with check-in and packet pickup at 8:00 AM, followed by the 5K race kicking off at 9:00 AM. The 1-Mile Fun Run will start at 10:00 AM, with an awards ceremony and post-race celebration to follow at 10:30 AM. Participants will receive a commemorative Turkey Trot T-shirt, race bib (for 5K runners), and enjoy post-run snacks and refreshments. With prizes for top finishers, a family fun zone, vendor booths, and lively music, it’s an event you won’t want to miss! Register today and trot with purpose while making a difference
Start your day with check-in and packet pickup at 8:00 AM, followed by the 5K race kicking off at 9:00 AM. The 1-Mile Fun Run will start at 10:00 AM, with an awards ceremony and post-race celebration to follow at 10:30 AM. Participants will receive a commemorative Turkey Trot T-shirt, race bib (for 5K runners), and enjoy post-run snacks and refreshments. With prizes for top finishers, a family fun zone, vendor booths, and lively music, it’s an event you won’t want to miss! Register today and trot with purpose while making a difference
Organiser's Description
The Ford Foundations 3rd Annual Turkey Trot 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run
Saturday, November 21, 2026
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 20th, at Caesar Holdings, located at 10 Bellegrass Blvd., 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 21, 2026
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 20th, at Caesar Holdings, located at 10 Bellegrass Blvd., 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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