United Way of the Eastern Panhandle Turkey Trot
- Date Thu 27th November 2025
- Time 8:15AM EST
- Location Martinsburg, West Virginia
- Price Free - $32.80
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, Sprint
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Event summary
Join in the festive fun at the United Way of the Eastern Panhandle Turkey Trot, taking place on Thanksgiving Day, November 27, 2025, in Martinsburg, Berkeley! This spirited 5k run/walk is the perfect way to kick off your holiday celebrations, welcoming participants of all ages to enjoy a beautiful course that winds through the scenic grounds of the James Rumsey Technical Institute. The route features a mix of trail, grass, and pavement, primarily flat with some gentle hills, ensuring an enjoyable experience for everyone.
Not only will you be getting some exercise, but you can also give back to the community by bringing a donation for local backpack programs, which will be collected at registration. With a festive atmosphere encouraged, don your best holiday attire and get ready to celebrate! Runners will compete in various age groups for awards, and the event will take place rain or shine. Early registration is available for just $30 until November 10, so don’t miss your chance to join this wonderful community event that supports youth-focused initiatives. Get ready to trot your way into Thanksgiving!
Not only will you be getting some exercise, but you can also give back to the community by bringing a donation for local backpack programs, which will be collected at registration. With a festive atmosphere encouraged, don your best holiday attire and get ready to celebrate! Runners will compete in various age groups for awards, and the event will take place rain or shine. Early registration is available for just $30 until November 10, so don’t miss your chance to join this wonderful community event that supports youth-focused initiatives. Get ready to trot your way into Thanksgiving!
Organiser's Description
What better way to start your Thanksgiving Day than with a little morning run/walk? Come out for the United Way of the Eastern Panhandle Turkey Trot 5k. All ages welcome! The 5k will be on the property of James Rumsey Technical Institute and include trail, grass, and pavement that is mostly flat with some gentle hills. Give Thanks, Give Back by bringing a donation for the local backpack programs. Donations will be collected in the registration area and distributed to local backpack programs to be distributed with the holiday backpacks. Any proceeds from the event will be used for youth focused initiatives.
Show your Turkey Trot spirit! Come out in festive attire!
RACE WILL BE RUN RAIN OR SHINE!
AGE GROUP RESULTS
Overall Top 1 Man and Woman *overall winners will be excluded from age group recognition
14 and under, 15-24, 25-34, 35-44, 45-54, 55-64, 65+
REGISTRATION
Early Registration Fee by November 10
$30 with a long sleeve t-shirt
Registration Fee after November 10
$40 with no guarantee of a t-shirt
RACE DAY REGISTRATION
Register at James Rumsey 7:15 AM 8:15 AM or online until 30 minutes before the race.
$40 with no guarantee of a t-shirt
PACKET PICK-UP
Packet pickup will be offered at two times:
* 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM, Wednesday, November 26th at the United Way office, 24 District Way, Suite 201, Martinsburg, WV 25414
* 7:15 AM - 8:15 AM, Race Morning at the venue
Show your Turkey Trot spirit! Come out in festive attire!
RACE WILL BE RUN RAIN OR SHINE!
AGE GROUP RESULTS
Overall Top 1 Man and Woman *overall winners will be excluded from age group recognition
14 and under, 15-24, 25-34, 35-44, 45-54, 55-64, 65+
REGISTRATION
Early Registration Fee by November 10
$30 with a long sleeve t-shirt
Registration Fee after November 10
$40 with no guarantee of a t-shirt
RACE DAY REGISTRATION
Register at James Rumsey 7:15 AM 8:15 AM or online until 30 minutes before the race.
$40 with no guarantee of a t-shirt
PACKET PICK-UP
Packet pickup will be offered at two times:
* 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM, Wednesday, November 26th at the United Way office, 24 District Way, Suite 201, Martinsburg, WV 25414
* 7:15 AM - 8:15 AM, Race Morning at the venue
Races
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Timed 5k All Ages
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Long Sleeve T-Shirt
Thu 27th November 2025 (8:30AM EST)
$32.80
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Kids 5K for Free! (Non-Timed and No Shirt)
Thu 27th November 2025 (8:30AM EST)
Free
Free child participants will not be timed nor receive a t-shirt. -
Kids' Fun Run - Sweet Potato Sprint
Thu 27th November 2025 (8:15AM EST)
Free
Children ages 10 and under are invited to participate in the Sweet Potato Sprint hosted by United Way of the Eastern Panhandle. The race will be held 15 minutes before the 5k. Race length is less than 1/4 mile. All Sweet Potato Sprint participants will receive a finishers medal and childrens book.
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