Turkey Trot for the Twig
- Date Sat 22nd November 2025
- Time 12:00AM EST
- Location Venice, Florida
- Price $32.80 - $48.70
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a heartwarming and energetic event at the Turkey Trot for the Twig, taking place on Saturday, November 22, 2025, in beautiful Venice, Sarasota! This annual race, held just before Thanksgiving, is dedicated to supporting children in the foster care system through the incredible programs of The Twig Cares.
Join the fun with a chip-timed 5K race designed for participants of all ages and skill levels. With awards for top finishers and a fantastic post-race celebration, it’s a perfect way to kick off the holiday season with family and friends. Every 5K runner will receive a custom Twig Turkey Trot finisher medal, a race bib, and a short-sleeve race shirt, with options to upgrade to long-sleeve or tank styles for a small fee. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to contribute to a worthy cause while enjoying a memorable day of fitness and community spirit! Register early, as this popular event has sold out for three consecutive years!
Join the fun with a chip-timed 5K race designed for participants of all ages and skill levels. With awards for top finishers and a fantastic post-race celebration, it’s a perfect way to kick off the holiday season with family and friends. Every 5K runner will receive a custom Twig Turkey Trot finisher medal, a race bib, and a short-sleeve race shirt, with options to upgrade to long-sleeve or tank styles for a small fee. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to contribute to a worthy cause while enjoying a memorable day of fitness and community spirit! Register early, as this popular event has sold out for three consecutive years!
Organiser's Description
Turkey Trot for the Twig returns in 2025 on the Saturday before Thanksgiving and it is still all about the Kids!! The event is to benefit children in the foster care system and the programs of The Twig Cares.
The Turkey Trot for the Twig has sold out for three years running so don't wait too long to register.
A great morning event with something for everyone! Chip-timed 5K with awards suitable for all ages and all levels. And a great post-race celebration.
Your 5K race swag includes:
* Custom Twig Turkey Trot finisher medal for ALL 5K finishers!
* Custom Race Bib
* Custom Short-Sleeve Race Shirt. Or upgrade and choose a long-sleeve or ladies' tank style shirt for just $5 more. (Subject to availability , style and color may change)
Shirt deadline: October 1st. After this date, shirts or sizes are not guaranteed.
Packet Pickup will be at The Twig (826 Pinebrook Rd. Venice, FL 34285) on the Thursday before the race from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
***Upon completion of the run any shirts not picked up will be available to trade***
No medals will be saved post race. If packets /shirts/medals are not picked up you will be forfeiting them.
***See Refund tab for information on event cancellation details***
Sponsorships are available. Contact us by emailing us from the "Race Contact Info" Questions button below.
The Turkey Trot for the Twig has sold out for three years running so don't wait too long to register.
A great morning event with something for everyone! Chip-timed 5K with awards suitable for all ages and all levels. And a great post-race celebration.
Your 5K race swag includes:
* Custom Twig Turkey Trot finisher medal for ALL 5K finishers!
* Custom Race Bib
* Custom Short-Sleeve Race Shirt. Or upgrade and choose a long-sleeve or ladies' tank style shirt for just $5 more. (Subject to availability , style and color may change)
Shirt deadline: October 1st. After this date, shirts or sizes are not guaranteed.
Packet Pickup will be at The Twig (826 Pinebrook Rd. Venice, FL 34285) on the Thursday before the race from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
***Upon completion of the run any shirts not picked up will be available to trade***
No medals will be saved post race. If packets /shirts/medals are not picked up you will be forfeiting them.
***See Refund tab for information on event cancellation details***
Sponsorships are available. Contact us by emailing us from the "Race Contact Info" Questions button below.
Races
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5k
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Race Shirt
Sat 22nd November 2025 (8:00AM EST)
$32.80
OPENS MAY 25A chip timed 5K race suitable for the entire family! Run, walk or trot the 3.1 miles along the Legacy Trail free from vehicular traffic with lots of support from Team Twig race staff and volunteers. Your registration includes the custom race shirt by Gulf Breeze Apparel and ALL 5K finishers will get a very cute custom finishers medal. Awards for the first male & female overall, youth overall (14 & under), masters, grandmasters, senior grandmasters and veteran grandmasters and 3-deep in age groups 8 & under, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14, then 5-year age groups to 80 & over. -
Virtual 5K
Incl. $3.70 Fee & Race Shirt
$48.70
OPENS MAY 25If you can't be with us in person but we still want you to be a part of the Turkey Trot for the Twig, do your 5K virtually, you pick the time that fits your schedule during the Virtual 5K window, your choice of course, and you have the opportunity to log your results on RunSignUp for bragging rights. Your Virtual Turkey Trot for the Twig registration fee includes shipping your race shirt and finisher medal to the US address provided during registration. Your Virtual 5K does include a finisher's medal and custom race shirt. Additional fee for shipping will be applied during registration.
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