WMU Turkey Trot
- Date Sat 21st November 2026
- Time 8:30AM EST
- Location Kalamazoo, Michigan
- Price $33.30
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to kick off your Thanksgiving celebrations with the annual WMU Turkey Trot on Saturday, November 21, 2026! This exciting event takes place at Western Michigan University, where runners of all ages can enjoy a festive atmosphere and the spirit of competition. The race begins bright and early at 8:30 a.m., allowing participants to get their hearts pumping before the holiday feasting begins.
With two registration options, you can choose to participate in just the race for $30, or go for the complete experience, including a stylish Dri-Fit race shirt for $45. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this lively community event that features awards for top male and female runners and walkers, as well as a fun costume contest to showcase your creativity. Be sure to register online by November 19 to secure your spot and your desired shirt size. Join us for a day of fitness, fun, and festivities at the WMU Turkey Trot!
With two registration options, you can choose to participate in just the race for $30, or go for the complete experience, including a stylish Dri-Fit race shirt for $45. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this lively community event that features awards for top male and female runners and walkers, as well as a fun costume contest to showcase your creativity. Be sure to register online by November 19 to secure your spot and your desired shirt size. Join us for a day of fitness, fun, and festivities at the WMU Turkey Trot!
Organiser's Description
ABOUT THIS EVENT
The WMU Turkey Trot continues its annual tradition this year! You can run your race with everyone at WMU and enjoy the early Thanksgiving tradition!
LIVE EVENT
* TWO OPTIONS FOR REGISTRATION -
* Just the Race (no shirt) - $30.00
* All the Swag (Dri-Fit Race Shirt) - $45.00
* Dri-Fit Race Shirts 2XL and 3XL are an additional $2.50 for the larger sizing.
* _Options will be completed during the registration process._
* THE IN-PERSON RACE BEGINS SATURDAY, NOV. 21, AT 8:30 A.M.
PACKET PICKUP TIMES
* PARTICIPANTS THAT CHOOSE THE PACKET PICK-UP OPTION WILL BE ABLE TO PICK UP THEIR ITEMS ON FRIDAY, NOV. 20, FROM 4:00 P.M. TO 7:00 P.M.
* DATES AND TIMES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.
* THE PACKET PICK-UP WILL BE IN THE WMU STUDENT RECREATION CENTER - INDOOR TENNIS COURTS.
ONLINE REGISTRATION
* ONLINE REGULAR REGISTRATION - DEADLINE NOV. 19, 11:59 P.M. EST ($30.00 RACE FEE)
* ONLINE LATE REGISTRATION - NOV. 20 AND NOV. 21 ($35.00 RACE FEE)
* REGISTER BY OCT. 29 TO GUARANTEE YOUR SHIRT SIZE!
* ANY REGISTRATIONS SUBMITTED AFTER OCT. 29 WILL NOT BE GUARANTEED THEIR SHIRT SIZE.
TWO OPTIONS FOR REGISTRATION:
* JUST THE RACE (NO SHIRT) - $30.00
* ALL THE SWAG (DRI-FIT RACE SHIRT)- $45.00
* DRI-FIT RACE SHIRTS 2XL AND 3XL ARE AN ADDITIONAL $2.50 FOR THE LARGER SIZING.
* OPTIONS WILL BE COMPLETED DURING THE REGISTRATION PROCESS
MAIL-IN REGISTRATION
* No mail-in registrations - Online registrations only for 2026.
IN-PERSON REGISTRATION
* In-Person Registrations will be accepted up until Nov. 21 at 8:15 a.m.
AWARDS
* Overall Top Male Run Division
* Overall Top Female Run Division
* Overall Top Male Walk Division
* Overall Top Female Walk Division
* Costume Contest
The WMU Turkey Trot continues its annual tradition this year! You can run your race with everyone at WMU and enjoy the early Thanksgiving tradition!
LIVE EVENT
* TWO OPTIONS FOR REGISTRATION -
* Just the Race (no shirt) - $30.00
* All the Swag (Dri-Fit Race Shirt) - $45.00
* Dri-Fit Race Shirts 2XL and 3XL are an additional $2.50 for the larger sizing.
* _Options will be completed during the registration process._
* THE IN-PERSON RACE BEGINS SATURDAY, NOV. 21, AT 8:30 A.M.
PACKET PICKUP TIMES
* PARTICIPANTS THAT CHOOSE THE PACKET PICK-UP OPTION WILL BE ABLE TO PICK UP THEIR ITEMS ON FRIDAY, NOV. 20, FROM 4:00 P.M. TO 7:00 P.M.
* DATES AND TIMES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.
* THE PACKET PICK-UP WILL BE IN THE WMU STUDENT RECREATION CENTER - INDOOR TENNIS COURTS.
ONLINE REGISTRATION
* ONLINE REGULAR REGISTRATION - DEADLINE NOV. 19, 11:59 P.M. EST ($30.00 RACE FEE)
* ONLINE LATE REGISTRATION - NOV. 20 AND NOV. 21 ($35.00 RACE FEE)
* REGISTER BY OCT. 29 TO GUARANTEE YOUR SHIRT SIZE!
* ANY REGISTRATIONS SUBMITTED AFTER OCT. 29 WILL NOT BE GUARANTEED THEIR SHIRT SIZE.
TWO OPTIONS FOR REGISTRATION:
* JUST THE RACE (NO SHIRT) - $30.00
* ALL THE SWAG (DRI-FIT RACE SHIRT)- $45.00
* DRI-FIT RACE SHIRTS 2XL AND 3XL ARE AN ADDITIONAL $2.50 FOR THE LARGER SIZING.
* OPTIONS WILL BE COMPLETED DURING THE REGISTRATION PROCESS
MAIL-IN REGISTRATION
* No mail-in registrations - Online registrations only for 2026.
IN-PERSON REGISTRATION
* In-Person Registrations will be accepted up until Nov. 21 at 8:15 a.m.
AWARDS
* Overall Top Male Run Division
* Overall Top Female Run Division
* Overall Top Male Walk Division
* Overall Top Female Walk Division
* Costume Contest
Races
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5K Run
Incl. $3.30 Fee & Tee Shirt Swag Options
Sat 21st November 2026 (8:30AM EST)
$33.30
Two options for registration - Just the Race (no shirt) - $30 All the SWAG (Dri-Fit Race Shirt) - $45 Options will be completed during the registration process. -
5K Walk
Incl. $3.30 Fee & Tee Shirt Swag Options
Sat 21st November 2026 (8:30AM EST)
$33.30
Two options for registration - Just the Race (no shirt) - $30 All the SWAG (Dri-Fit Race Shirt) - $45 Options will be completed during the registration process.
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1640 Ring Road South, Student Recreation Center, Kalamazoo, 49008, MI, United States
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