Turkey Strut 5K
- Date Sat 21st November 2026
- Time 7:30AM EST
- Location Nicholasville, Kentucky
- Price Free - $28.25
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Whether you prefer to run in person or join virtually, this 5K has something for everyone. Each runner will receive a commemorative long sleeve t-shirt, and there will be plenty of refreshments, including fruit, bottled water, and granola bars available at the mid-point and finish line. Awards will be given to the top three male and female finishers, as well as top finishers in various age categories. Plus, enjoy free race photos to capture your memorable moments!
Don't forget to bring a non-perishable food item to support the Jessamine County Food Pantry as part of our community effort. Race day packet pickup begins at 7:45 AM at the Ag. Extension Office in City County Park, with same-day registrations welcomed. Join us for a fun and healthy start to your Thanksgiving festivities!
Organiser's Description
RACE FEATURES
* Paved course through The Fairgrounds at 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 M/F in the following age categories (11 and under, 12-17, 18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+)
* Free race photos (Thanks Dramatic Captures Photography)
* 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 - Race day PPU will be held at the Ag. Extension Office at City County Park (333 Fairground Way Nicholasville, KY 40356) from 7:45-8:45am. Race Day registrations welcome.
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 21st November 2026 (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 21st November 2026 (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 21st November 2026 (7:30AM EST)
Free
We 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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City County Park, 333 Fairground Way, Nicholasville, 40356, KY, United States
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