Wiregrass Turkey Trot
- Date Thu 26th November 2026
- Time 7:15AM EST
- Location Wesley Chapel, Florida
- Price $22.20 - $32.80
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to kick off Thanksgiving with a bang at the 14th Annual Wiregrass Turkey Trot on Thursday, November 26th, 2026, in Wesley Chapel, Pasco! This festive event, taking place at the vibrant Shops at Wiregrass, features an exciting lineup for all ages, including a fun Tot Trot at 7:15 a.m., followed by a spirited 5K race at 8 a.m. and a 1-mile fun run shortly after.
Join the fun and help make a difference, as 100% of the proceeds from the race will be donated to charity, contributing to the impressive total of over $483,450 raised in the past 13 years. Participants can look forward to cool finisher's medals, turkey trophies, and engaging selfie stations along the route. Plus, don’t miss the costume contest with fantastic prizes for the top three participants! With music to energize the crowd and plenty of cheering supporters, the Wiregrass Turkey Trot promises a joyful atmosphere for families and friends alike. Don’t forget to tag your social media posts with #WTT2026 and be part of this beloved community celebration!
Join the fun and help make a difference, as 100% of the proceeds from the race will be donated to charity, contributing to the impressive total of over $483,450 raised in the past 13 years. Participants can look forward to cool finisher's medals, turkey trophies, and engaging selfie stations along the route. Plus, don’t miss the costume contest with fantastic prizes for the top three participants! With music to energize the crowd and plenty of cheering supporters, the Wiregrass Turkey Trot promises a joyful atmosphere for families and friends alike. Don’t forget to tag your social media posts with #WTT2026 and be part of this beloved community celebration!
Organiser's Description
WIREGRASS TURKEY TROT
THANKSGIVING DAY | NOVEMBER 26TH, 2026
Start Your Thanksgiving at the Wiregrass Turkey Trot!
The Wiregrass Turkey Trot is geared up for its 14th year at the Shops at Wiregrass. Sign up early to nab the best rate!
TOT TROT AT 7:15 A.M.
5 K AT 8 A.M.
1-MILE AFTER THAT
SHIRTS NOT GUARANTEED AFTER 11/1
SHIRTS FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED AT PACKET PICK-UP--BE AN EARLY BIRD!
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100 percent of the proceeds go to charity. Total donated over 13 years $483,450.
*
Cool finisher's medals and turkey trophies
*
Stupendous selfie stations
*
Costume contest with great prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places
*
Music, music, music at the start/finish and along the route
*
Warm up at the starting line and tone your trotters before the buzzer.
*
Cheering-section-with-bells-on in the home stretch
Fun!!! Work off the Turkey Day feast first thing AND help your neighbors.
The Rotary Club of New Tampa, Wiregrass Turkey Trot's founding host, and AdventHealth Wesley Chapel want to know how you're doing during and after the WTT. Tag your social media posts with #WTT2026.
It's a family-friendly blast! Lots of our trotters return year after year.
CLICK THE SPONSOR OUR RACE! LINK BELOW TO JOIN OUR FABULOUS LIST OF SPONSORS AND PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS.
THANKSGIVING DAY | NOVEMBER 26TH, 2026
Start Your Thanksgiving at the Wiregrass Turkey Trot!
The Wiregrass Turkey Trot is geared up for its 14th year at the Shops at Wiregrass. Sign up early to nab the best rate!
TOT TROT AT 7:15 A.M.
5 K AT 8 A.M.
1-MILE AFTER THAT
SHIRTS NOT GUARANTEED AFTER 11/1
SHIRTS FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED AT PACKET PICK-UP--BE AN EARLY BIRD!
*
100 percent of the proceeds go to charity. Total donated over 13 years $483,450.
*
Cool finisher's medals and turkey trophies
*
Stupendous selfie stations
*
Costume contest with great prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places
*
Music, music, music at the start/finish and along the route
*
Warm up at the starting line and tone your trotters before the buzzer.
*
Cheering-section-with-bells-on in the home stretch
Fun!!! Work off the Turkey Day feast first thing AND help your neighbors.
The Rotary Club of New Tampa, Wiregrass Turkey Trot's founding host, and AdventHealth Wesley Chapel want to know how you're doing during and after the WTT. Tag your social media posts with #WTT2026.
It's a family-friendly blast! Lots of our trotters return year after year.
CLICK THE SPONSOR OUR RACE! LINK BELOW TO JOIN OUR FABULOUS LIST OF SPONSORS AND PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS.
Races
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5K - Timed
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 26th November 2026 (8:00AM EST)
$32.80
All participants will receive a chip-timed race bib, finisher's medal, and commemorative shirt. Stay afterward for awards and the post-race party! Runners must be 5 years of age or older. Any child 4 or under must remain in a stroller if they will be with their parent or guardian during the 5K. *Please note, shirt sizes are first come, first served and are only guaranteed before 11/01/26. After a shirt size sells out, you will be able to choose from the remaining sizes or choose no shirt. A discount will not be given if you choose the no shirt option, and will be considered a donation* -
1-Mile Fun Run/Walk (Untimed)
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 26th November 2026 (8:05AM EST)
$27.50
All participants will receive a chip-timed race bib, finisher's medal, and commemorative shirt. Stay afterward for awards and the post-race party! Runners must be 5 years of age or older. Any child 4 or under must remain in a stroller if they will be with their parent or guardian during the 5K. *Please note, shirt sizes are first come, first served and are only guaranteed before 11/01/26. After a shirt size sells out, you will be able to choose from the remaining sizes or choose no shirt. A discount will not be given if you choose the no shirt option, and will be considered a donation* -
Kids Dash (12 & Under)
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 26th November 2026 (7:15AM EST)
$22.20
Kids Dash bracketed by age group! Kids will participate in age-appropriate sprints and will receive a finisher's medal and commemorative shirt while supplies last. Kids will be grouped into 2y-4y, 5y-6y, 7y-9y, and 10y-12y. Kids registering for the 5k are welcome to participate in the Kids Dash as well. **SHIRTS NOT GUARANTEED AFTER 11/01/26!**
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28139 Paseo Drive, Wesley Chapel, 33543, FL, United States
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