WMU Turkey Trot
- Date Sat 21st November 2026
- Time 8:30AM EST
- Location Kalamazoo, Michigan
- Price $33.30
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to celebrate the spirit of Thanksgiving at the WMU Turkey Trot, taking place on Saturday, November 21, 2026, in Kalamazoo! This exciting annual event invites participants to join in the fun with a lively race that embodies the festive holiday spirit. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun way to kick off your Thanksgiving festivities, you can choose between two registration options: just the race for $30 or go all out with a Dri-Fit race shirt for $45.
The in-person race will commence at 8:30 a.m., and there’s ample opportunity for participants to pick up their race packets the day before from 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the WMU Student Recreation Center. With awards for the top male and female runners and walkers, plus a fun costume contest, this event promises a memorable experience for all involved. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to engage with the community while enjoying the great outdoors and embracing the holiday cheer! Be sure to register by November 1 to guarantee your shirt size and join the fun at the WMU Turkey Trot!
The in-person race will commence at 8:30 a.m., and there’s ample opportunity for participants to pick up their race packets the day before from 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the WMU Student Recreation Center. With awards for the top male and female runners and walkers, plus a fun costume contest, this event promises a memorable experience for all involved. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to engage with the community while enjoying the great outdoors and embracing the holiday cheer! Be sure to register by November 1 to guarantee your shirt size and join the fun 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 6:30 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 NOV. 1 TO GUARANTEE YOUR SHIRT SIZE!
* ANY REGISTRATIONS SUBMITTED AFTER NOV. 1ST 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 6:30 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 NOV. 1 TO GUARANTEE YOUR SHIRT SIZE!
* ANY REGISTRATIONS SUBMITTED AFTER NOV. 1ST 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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1903 W Michigan Ave, Student Recreation Center, Kalamazoo, 49008, MI, United States
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