Turkey Strut 5K
- Date Sat 22nd November 2025
- Time 7:30AM EST
- Location Nicholasville, Kentucky
- Price Free - $28.25
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for the 41st Annual Turkey Strut 5K on Saturday, November 22nd, 2025, in beautiful Nicholasville, Jessamine! This festive event is a fantastic way to kick off Thanksgiving week while promoting health and fitness in the community. Participants can enjoy a scenic paved course through City County Park and the By-Pass, with both in-person and virtual options available.
Runners will receive a commemorative long sleeve t-shirt, and there will be plenty of refreshments along the route, including water, fruit, and granola bars. Awards will be given to the top three male and female finishers, as well as to the top three in various age groups, making this a competitive yet fun event for all. Plus, enjoy music, food, and camaraderie as you join fellow community members in supporting the Jessamine County Food Pantry through a non-perishable food drive. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to stay active and give back!
Runners will receive a commemorative long sleeve t-shirt, and there will be plenty of refreshments along the route, including water, fruit, and granola bars. Awards will be given to the top three male and female finishers, as well as to the top three in various age groups, making this a competitive yet fun event for all. Plus, enjoy music, food, and camaraderie as you join fellow community members in supporting the Jessamine County Food Pantry through a non-perishable food drive. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to stay active and give back!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US FOR THE 41ST ANNUAL TURKEY STRUT 5K ON SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 21ST AT 9:00AM IN NICHOLASVILLE AS WE KICK OFF THANKSGIVING WEEK IN HEALTHY FASHION.
RACE FEATURES
* Paved course through City County Park and the By-Pass.
* Commemorative race long sleeve t-shirt
* 5K in-person and virtual option
* Water station at mid-point and finish line.
* Fruit, bottled water, and granola bars are available.
* Awards for Overall Top 3 M/F and Top 3 M/F in 5-year age groups
* Music, food, and fellowship.
* Timing by RaceRise
Proceeds/donations will benefit the JESSAMINE COUNTY FOOD PANTRY. We will sponsor a non-perishable food drive in conjunction with the race.
PACKET PICKUP - Packet pickup will be on Friday, November 20th, 5 - 7 pm at the Parks and Recreation office (499 E Maple Street) and on Saturday, November 21st from 7:45-8:45 am at the Ag Extension Building at City/County Park.
5K ROUTE MAP [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2433881]
RACE FEATURES
* Paved course through City County Park and the By-Pass.
* Commemorative race long sleeve t-shirt
* 5K in-person and virtual option
* Water station at mid-point and finish line.
* Fruit, bottled water, and granola bars are available.
* Awards for Overall Top 3 M/F and Top 3 M/F in 5-year age groups
* Music, food, and fellowship.
* Timing by RaceRise
Proceeds/donations will benefit the JESSAMINE COUNTY FOOD PANTRY. We will sponsor a non-perishable food drive in conjunction with the race.
PACKET PICKUP - Packet pickup will be on Friday, November 20th, 5 - 7 pm at the Parks and Recreation office (499 E Maple Street) and on Saturday, November 21st from 7:45-8:45 am at the Ag Extension Building at City/County Park.
5K ROUTE MAP [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2433881]
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.25 Fee & Commemorative Unisex Race Long Sleeve T-Shirt
Sat 22nd November 2025 (9:00AM EST)
$28.25
A competitive, gun timed 5K (3.1 miles) on paved roadway surfaces. Awards for top finishers and age groups. Dogs on leashes are welcomed. Walkers welcomed. -
5K Wheelchair Division
Incl. $3.25 Fee & Commemorative Unisex Race Long SleeveT-Shirt
Sat 22nd November 2025 (9:00AM EST)
$28.25
A competitive, gun timed 5K (3.1 miles) on paved roadway surfaces. Awards for top finishers and age groups. -
Race Volunteer
Incl. Commemorative Unisex Race Long Sleeve T-Shirt
Sat 22nd November 2025 (7:30AM EST)
Free
OPENS 21 APRWe need 5-10 volunteers to work a race day shift from 7:30-10:30am to make the race a success.
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