The MIP Foundation Turkey Trot

Thursday, November 23, 2023 Past event

8:40 AM EST

Ambler, Pennsylvania

$30.00–$35.00 · 3 races

5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Join us for the exciting 2023 MIP Foundation Turkey Trot on Thursday, November 23rd, 2023, in Ambler, Montgomery! This popular Thanksgiving tradition features a spirited 5K race kicking off at 8:30 AM, followed by a 1 Mile Fun Walk that begins immediately after the runners take off. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun way to celebrate the holiday with family, this event is perfect for everyone!

Participating in the Turkey Trot not only provides a fantastic opportunity to get active but also supports a meaningful cause. Proceeds from the event go towards helping teens and young adults facing cancer, empowering them to turn their pain into power through various programs focused on mental wellness and peer connections. Gather your friends, start a fundraising team, and make a difference in the lives of those affected by cancer while enjoying a day filled with community spirit and camaraderie. Don’t miss out on this chance to be part of something special!

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Nov 28 – Dec 3, 2024

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Races

Turkey Trot 5k (In person)

Includes T-Shirt

This is a timed race through Pretzel City. Start time 8:30 AM Must register by Monday 10-30 to receive race Tshirt. Pie Prizes awarded for 1st Place Male and Female Finishers, as well as top finishers in age groups 13&Under, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70+. #GobbleOn

8:30 AM EST

$35.00

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Turkey Trot 1 Mile Fun Walk (In person)

Includes T-Shirt

Not a runner but want to get in some exercise before the big meal of the day? The Fun Walk is a perfect way to spend time together with community and get a walk in! Will begin at 8:40am after runners leave start line. Must register by Monday 10-30 to receive race Tshirt.

8:40 AM EST

$30.00

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Virtual Run/Walk/however you wish to complete!
Virtual

Includes T-Shirt

Run/Walk/Bike from anywhere! Complete it as one event, or break up as you have time.

8:40 AM EST

$30.00

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Organiser's description

We invite you to come join #TeamMIP and PARTICIPATE IN OUR 2023 TURKEY TROT 5K AND FUN WALK. The Turkey Trot is a Springfield Township Thanksgiving tradition, previously operated by the Spartan Track & Field Alumni, who gifted the race to The MIP Foundation in 2019.Proceeds from this even help us to reach our goal of helping teens and young adults facing cancer learn how to turn their pain into power. The Original MIP, Colin Delaney, was a proud Spartan Alumni and many race participants continue to run in his honor.

NOT A RUNNER? That's ok, come join the 1 Mile Fun Walk!
Don't live locally? Please join us VIRTUALLY, enjoy together with your entire family!

5K BEGINS AT 8:30AM. BIB PICKUP/CHECK IN BEGINS AT 7:30.

1 MILE FUN WALK BEGINS IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE RUNNERS LEAVE THE STARTING LINE.

WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO START A FUNDRAISING TEAM AND JOIN WITH OTHERS TO HELP RAISE FUNDS TO FURTHER THE MISSION OF THE MIP FOUNDATION. WITH YOUR HELP, WE PROVIDE SUPPORT TO ADOLESCENTS AND YOUNG ADULTS FIGHTING CANCER THROUGH A SERIES OF PROGRAMS ALL GEARED TOWARDS MENTAL WELLNESS, EMPOWERMENT, AND PEER CONNECTIONS. A TEENAGER THAT IS DIAGNOSED WITH CANCER HAS MANY UNIQUE (AND GROWN UP) CHALLENGES TO OVERCOME. THEIR EMERGING INDEPENDENCE IS GONE, THEY ARE ISOLATED FROM THEIR PEERS, AND THEIR WORLD IS FOREVER CHANGED. CANCER AT SUCH A YOUNG AGE WILL GIVE THEM LIFELONG PHYSICAL AND EMOTIONAL ISSUES TO FACE.

YOUR RACE REGISTRATION AND FELLOW TEAM MATES CONTRIBUTIONS WILL HELP TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE LIVES OF THESE TEENS AND YOUNG ADULTS!

The MIP Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. EIN#83-1719560