Ultra Ultras Turkey Trot 5k
- Date Thu 27th November 2025
- Time 6:00AM EST
- Location Lake Wales, Florida
- Price Free - $43.40
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, Ultra
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Ultra Ultras Turkey Trot 5K on November 27th, 2025, in the picturesque Lake Wales, Polk! This exciting event kicks off at 8 AM at Lake Wailes Park, featuring a fun and easy 5K course along a paved path with a small section of grass—perfect for runners of all levels. After you cross the finish line, indulge in delicious pumpkin pancakes, enjoy some snacks, and celebrate Thanksgiving with fellow participants.
The event also includes a free Kids Fun Run at approximately 9:15 AM, tailored for children aged 9 and under, where all little runners will receive a winning ribbon. With race entry fees starting at just $35, and a portion of every registration going to the Lake Wales Recreation Center, you can feel good about participating in this community-focused event. Don't miss out on the chance to earn awards for top finishers in various categories, including overall winners and age groups. Register before November 1st to guarantee your T-shirt size and join us for a memorable Thanksgiving celebration filled with fun, fitness, and friendly competition!
The event also includes a free Kids Fun Run at approximately 9:15 AM, tailored for children aged 9 and under, where all little runners will receive a winning ribbon. With race entry fees starting at just $35, and a portion of every registration going to the Lake Wales Recreation Center, you can feel good about participating in this community-focused event. Don't miss out on the chance to earn awards for top finishers in various categories, including overall winners and age groups. Register before November 1st to guarantee your T-shirt size and join us for a memorable Thanksgiving celebration filled with fun, fitness, and friendly competition!
Organiser's Description
*THIS IS AN EASY 5K ON A PAVED PATH WITH SMALL SECTION OF GRASS. NOT A TRAIL RACE!
ULTRA ULTRAS is excited to bring you this TURKEY TROT 5K AND KIDS FUN RUN in Lake Wales Nov 27th 2025 @ 8am! @ Lake Wailes park
After your run enjoy PUMPKIN PANCAKES with us and your friends, family, and everyone else that's up early to run on Thanksgiving Day!
This is a Fun-Run so come in your fastest running outfit or in full Turkey Costume!
Shirt sizes limited if registered after Nov 7th!
Race medals guaranteed to 1st 300 registered!
DONATIONS:
A portion of each race fee will be donated to Lake Wales Rec Center!
FOOD:
Hot grilled PUMPKIN PANCAKES for all participants after the race! Starting about 8:30am! There will also be bananas and some other snacks!
RACE ENTRY FEES
$35 until May 31st 2025 (a portion donated to Lake Wales Rec Center)
$40 until Race Day Nov 27th 2025 (a portion donated to Lake Wales Rec Center)
Students 18 & Under $25.00
PACKET PICKUP
WED NOV 26TH 4-7PM @ LAKE WAILES PARK 198 N LAKESHORE BLVD, LAKE WALES
Thur Nov 27th 6:30-7:45am @ race start area
RACE STARTS @ 8AM!
AWARDS - Ceremony at approx. 9:30 a.m.
Top Overall Male & Female
Top Overall Male & Female Masters (over 40+ years of age)
Top Overall Male & Female Grand Master (over 50+ years of age)
Top 3 in Age Groups -- 9 & under; 10-18, 19-29, 30-39,40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
You can not win Overall and Age Group!
FREE KIDS RUN 9:15 a.m. (time is approximate) - FOR KIDS 9 & UNDEr
We will divide the kids into 2 to 3 year age groups depending on the number of kids running.
Race distance will be between 20yards & 400yards depending on age.
NO SHIRTS GIVEN FOR THIS EVENT
All kids receive a Winning Ribbon!
T-SHIRTS/ FINISHER MEDALS
Shirt sizes guaranteed if registered by Nov 1st!
TIMING & SCORING
Race will be timed and scored by FITNICHE timing with a disposable chip which will be attached to the back of the bib.
ULTRA ULTRAS is excited to bring you this TURKEY TROT 5K AND KIDS FUN RUN in Lake Wales Nov 27th 2025 @ 8am! @ Lake Wailes park
After your run enjoy PUMPKIN PANCAKES with us and your friends, family, and everyone else that's up early to run on Thanksgiving Day!
This is a Fun-Run so come in your fastest running outfit or in full Turkey Costume!
Shirt sizes limited if registered after Nov 7th!
Race medals guaranteed to 1st 300 registered!
DONATIONS:
A portion of each race fee will be donated to Lake Wales Rec Center!
FOOD:
Hot grilled PUMPKIN PANCAKES for all participants after the race! Starting about 8:30am! There will also be bananas and some other snacks!
RACE ENTRY FEES
$35 until May 31st 2025 (a portion donated to Lake Wales Rec Center)
$40 until Race Day Nov 27th 2025 (a portion donated to Lake Wales Rec Center)
Students 18 & Under $25.00
PACKET PICKUP
WED NOV 26TH 4-7PM @ LAKE WAILES PARK 198 N LAKESHORE BLVD, LAKE WALES
Thur Nov 27th 6:30-7:45am @ race start area
RACE STARTS @ 8AM!
AWARDS - Ceremony at approx. 9:30 a.m.
Top Overall Male & Female
Top Overall Male & Female Masters (over 40+ years of age)
Top Overall Male & Female Grand Master (over 50+ years of age)
Top 3 in Age Groups -- 9 & under; 10-18, 19-29, 30-39,40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
You can not win Overall and Age Group!
FREE KIDS RUN 9:15 a.m. (time is approximate) - FOR KIDS 9 & UNDEr
We will divide the kids into 2 to 3 year age groups depending on the number of kids running.
Race distance will be between 20yards & 400yards depending on age.
NO SHIRTS GIVEN FOR THIS EVENT
All kids receive a Winning Ribbon!
T-SHIRTS/ FINISHER MEDALS
Shirt sizes guaranteed if registered by Nov 1st!
TIMING & SCORING
Race will be timed and scored by FITNICHE timing with a disposable chip which will be attached to the back of the bib.
Races
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2025 Ultra Ultras Turkey Trot 5k (18+)
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 27th November 2025 (8:00AM EST)
$43.40
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Ultra Ultras Turkey Trot 5k-Student (18&Under)
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt (These Are Adult Sizes So Choose Appropriately)
Thu 27th November 2025 (8:00AM EST)
$27.50
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Volunteer
Thu 27th November 2025 (6:00AM EST)
Free
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Free Kids Run (9 & Under) (20yds to 400yds, by Age) - NO SHIRTS!
Thu 27th November 2025 (9:15AM EST)
Free
Distance will be between 20yards and 400yards depending on age. - No Shirts for this event!! -
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