Ultra Ultras Turkey Trot 5k
- Date Thu 27th November 2025
- Time 6:00AM EST
- Location Lake Wales, Florida
- Price Free - $38.10
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, Ultra
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Event summary
After crossing the finish line, participants can indulge in delicious pumpkin pancakes, along with other snacks like bananas, to refuel and celebrate their achievements. With awards recognizing the top runners and a free kids' fun run at approximately 9:15 AM, this event truly has something for everyone. Be sure to register early to secure your spot and a guaranteed t-shirt, as sizes are limited for those who register after November 1st. Join us for a day of running, laughter, and giving back, as a portion of the race fees will support the Lake Wales Rec Center. Donβt miss out on this festive, family-friendly event to kick off your Thanksgiving celebration!
Organiser's Description
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!
T-shirts for Race Day registrations are 1st come, 1st serve!
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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2024 Ultra Ultras Turkey Trot 5k (18+)
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 27th November 2025 (8:00AM EST)
$38.10
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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
OPENS 05 AUG -
Free Kids Run (9 & Under) (20yds to 400yds, by Age)
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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