Turkey Strut 5K
- Date Sat 22nd November 2025
- Time 7:30AM EST
- Location Nicholasville, Kentucky
- Price Free - $38.75
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to kick off Thanksgiving week in style at the 41st Annual Turkey Strut 5K! This exciting event takes place on Saturday, November 22nd, 2025, at 9:00 AM in beautiful Nicholasville, Jessamine. Participants can enjoy a scenic paved course that winds through City County Park and the By-Pass, making it a perfect setting for both seasoned runners and families alike.
Whether you choose to run in-person or opt for the virtual option, you'll receive a commemorative long sleeve t-shirt and enjoy access to a mid-point water station, as well as fruit, bottled water, and granola bars at the finish line. Awards will be given to the top three finishers in both male and female categories, along with age group awards, ensuring everyone has a chance to celebrate their achievements. Plus, enjoy free race photos, music, food, and a wonderful sense of community.
Don't forget to participate in the non-perishable food drive to benefit the Jessamine County Food Pantry, making this event even more special. Packet pickup is available on Friday, November 21st, and race day from 7:45-8:45 AM, so mark your calendars and prepare for a fun-filled
Whether you choose to run in-person or opt for the virtual option, you'll receive a commemorative long sleeve t-shirt and enjoy access to a mid-point water station, as well as fruit, bottled water, and granola bars at the finish line. Awards will be given to the top three finishers in both male and female categories, along with age group awards, ensuring everyone has a chance to celebrate their achievements. Plus, enjoy free race photos, music, food, and a wonderful sense of community.
Don't forget to participate in the non-perishable food drive to benefit the Jessamine County Food Pantry, making this event even more special. Packet pickup is available on Friday, November 21st, and race day from 7:45-8:45 AM, so mark your calendars and prepare for a fun-filled
Organiser's Description
JOIN US FOR THE 41ST ANNUAL TURKEY STRUT 5K ON SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22ND 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 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)
* 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 - Our packet pickup will be held on Friday, 11/21/2025 at the Coolidge Building (499 E Maple St. Nicholasville, KY, 40356) from 8am-4pm.
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.
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 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)
* 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 - Our packet pickup will be held on Friday, 11/21/2025 at the Coolidge Building (499 E Maple St. Nicholasville, KY, 40356) from 8am-4pm.
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.
5K ROUTE MAP [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2433881]
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.75 Fee & Commemorative Unisex Race Long Sleeve T-Shirt
Sat 22nd November 2025 (9:00AM EST)
$38.75
CLOSEDA 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. $3.75 Fee & Commemorative Unisex Race Long SleeveT-Shirt
Sat 22nd November 2025 (9:00AM EST)
$38.75
CLOSEDA 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
CLOSEDWe 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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