Turkey Trot of Morgan County

  • Date Thu 27th November 2025
  • Time 8:00AM CST
  • Location Decatur, Alabama
  • Price $27.50 - $43.40
  • Races 4 races
  • Distances 5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Join the festive fun at the 11th Annual Turkey Trot of Morgan County on Thanksgiving morning, November 27, 2025! Set in the heart of Downtown Decatur, this exciting event invites participants of all ages to get moving while supporting a great cause β€” the United Way of Morgan County. Choose from a 5K run, a 1-mile fun run/walk, or test your strength in the 5K CrossFit Challenge. The 5K events kick off at 8 AM, followed by the fun run at 9 AM, so come ready to sweat before enjoying your Thanksgiving feast!

Registration is just $30 for the 5K, $25 for the 1-mile fun run, and $35 for the CrossFit Challenge, with prices increasing by $5 after November 3rd, so be sure to sign up early to guarantee your t-shirt! Packet pickup takes place on November 26th at Cross Eyed Owl Brewery and on race day at First Baptist Church. Besides the rewarding experience of staying active, you could even win a year's supply of Chick-fil-A as the overall winner! Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to connect with the community, burn some calories, and give back on this special holiday

Organiser's Description

3M Decatur is proud to host its 11th Annual Turkey Trot of Morgan County on Thanksgiving morning in Downtown Decatur! People of all ages are encouraged to participate in the 5K event, the 1-mile Fun Run/Walk, and the 5K CrossFit Challenge! This event benefits the United Way of Morgan County, and all proceeds will go to this organization. We hope you'll come out on Thanksgiving morning to visit with friends and family in town for the holiday, burn some calories to make some room for the Thanksgiving feast, and support an organization making a difference in our community!

Registration costs are $30 for the 5K event, $25 for the 1-mile event, and $35 for the CrossFit Challenge. Every participant who registers before November 3rd is guaranteed to receive a t-shirt. All prices will increase by $5 on November 3, 2025.

The 5K Run and 5K CrossFit Challenge begin at 8 AM, and the One Mile Fun Run begins at 9 AM.
T-shirt/Packet pick up will be on Wednesday, Nov. 26th, at the Cross Eyed Owl Brewery from 4:30 pm until 6:30 pm, and Thursday, Nov. 27th, before the race from 6:45 am to 7:45 am at First Baptist Church. Restrooms will be available at First Baptist Church.

PACKET PICKUP LOCATIONS AND TIMES:
Wednesday, November 26, 2025, from 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm at Cross Eyed Owl (105 1st Avenue NE)
Thursday, November 27, 2025, from 6:45 am to 7:45 am at First Baptist Church (123 Church St NE)

PACKET PICKUP INFORMATION FOR PRE-REGISTERED RUNNERS:
At either pickup event, line up at the table that has the sign for "Pre-Registered Pickup.
You will need to provide your name, and then you will receive your t-shirt, swag bag, race bib, and pens.
You may pick up for multiple people, but you have to follow the procedure for each racer and bib number.

REGISTRATION AND PACKET PICKUP FOR NEW RUNNERS:
At either pickup event, line up at the table that has the sign for Same-Day Registration.
You will need to complete the sign-up sheet, sign the waiver, and pay for the registrations at this table.
You will then receive a race bib for the new registrants. A swag bag and t-shirt will also be supplied as supplies last.
You will need to proceed to the River City Runners table to match your bib number with your record to ensure proper identification during the race.
If registering new runners and picking up pre-registered runners, please complete packet pickup at both locations before proceeding to the River City Runners to verify numbers.

RACE DAY INFORMATION:
The 5K and 5K plus CrossFit Challenge will start promptly at 8 am in front of First Baptist Church, which is located at 123 Church St NE. There will be signs showing the starting line for the race.
The 1-mile fun run will start promptly at 9 am in front of First Baptist church as well. There will be signs showing the starting line for the race.
Parking will be available around Old State Bank and First Baptist Church.
The restrooms at Old State Bank will be open for use, and First Baptist Church restrooms in the foyer will be available. If needed, be sure to use these ahead of race time.
There will be signs at the two WOD locations for the CrossFit Challenge, which are located near the NARCOG building (216 Jackson St SE) and the Carnegie building (207 Church St NE) parking lot area. If you are part of the CrossFit Challenge, make sure to stop at these locations and complete the workouts posted at each spot. Warrior CrossFit volunteers will be at both locations if you have any questions.
Race results will be posted near the finishing area as they become available. Please do not block access to the finish line, as this disrupts racers who are completing their run.

THE OVERALL WINNER OF THE EVENT WILL BE AWARDED A YEAR'S SUPPLY OF CHICK-FIL-A PROVIDED BY CHICK-FIL-A DECATUR.

The awards will be handed out at the end of the race.

Races

  • 5K Run + Crossfit

    Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt

    Thu 27th November 2025 (8:00AM CST)

    $43.40

    CLOSED
  • 5K Run Only

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt

    Thu 27th November 2025 (8:00AM CST)

    $38.10

    CLOSED
  • 1-Mile Fun Run

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt

    Thu 27th November 2025 (9:00AM CST)

    $32.80

    CLOSED
  • T-Shirt Only

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt Only

    Thu 27th November 2025 (9:00AM CST)

    $27.50

    CLOSED
    This option is to purchase an extra T-shirt only, not to run in the race.

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925 Bank St NE, Decatur, 35601, AL, United States

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