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Start Thanksgiving at Turkey Trot

Turkey Trot is a Thanksgiving morning tradition for a reason.

It’s families in matching shirts, friends running together, kids bundled up at the start line, volunteers handing out water, and neighbors cheering each other on before the holiday begins. It’s fun, familiar, and a little chaotic in the best way.

And every registration, sponsorship, and donation helps Crisis Services of North Alabama provide crisis counseling, emergency domestic violence shelter, advocacy, forensic exams, safety planning, and resource connections at no cost.

So whether you run, walk, volunteer, sponsor, or cheer from the sidelines, you’re helping make sure someone in crisis has a safe place to turn.

Text reading 'race info below!' with a yellow downward arrow beneath
Text on a beige background that reads 'Tiny Tot Turkey Trot' with a small illustration of a turkey at the bottom.
A circular beige button with the word 'DONATE' in red, and the text 'you can also' above it, on a white background.
Text reading 'Turkey Trot Gear' in brown and red font on a light background.

Race Partner

Fleet Feet does so much to help us with this race — from start to finish. THANK YOU, Fleet Feet, for being part of this Thanksgiving tradition! We couldn’t do it without your generosity.

More Than a Race

Sponsoring Turkey Trot helps support victims through every step of their journey to safety and healing. Learn more HERE.

Race Sponsors

“Turkey and Dressing” Sponsors

“Mashed Potatoes and Gravy” Sponsors

“Homemade Pumpkin Pie” Sponsors

Community Supporters

Race Information

  • For race-specific questions (where, when, how, what, why) please visit our race page on RunSignUp.

    Does the Tiny Tot Turkey Trot cost anything?
    Nope! No cash, no credit card, just lots of fun. (Please note: the Tiny Tot race is only for kids aged 5 and under.)

    Where is the starting line for The Tiny Tot Turkey Trot?
    The Tiny Tots will start at the top of the Spragins Hall parking lot. The Tiny Tots will run toward the race finish line. Look for Tiny Turkey (our terrific turkey mascot).

    Where will the award ceremony be held?
    That’s easy! Where you finished with your PR!

    I’d like to participate. Can I just walk?
    Absolutely! We always have people who want to walk the 5k, so you will not be alone!

    I‘m part of a group that’s running together. Can I pick up everyone's bib?
    Yes! All you'll need is their full name and everyone will be ready to trot on Thanksgiving!

    Will you have t-shirts available in youth sizes?
    We will have a limited number of youth sizes this year. If you need a youth-sized tee, the earlier you pick up your bib, the better as tees are handed out on a first come, first-served basis.

    Can I push my child in a stroller in the Tiny Tot Turkey Trot so they can participate?
    While we’d love for all Tiny Tots to try and outrun Tina Turkey, strollers pushed by an adult gives the rider an unfair advantage! You may, however, push your Tiny Tot and stroller in The Trot.

    Can I pick up my bib the morning of the race?
    Yes, you may pick up your bib at Spragins Hall after registering online. Just make sure you get there early because we’ll close 15 minutes before the race with no exceptions.

    Where do I park?
    We’ve linked a handy-dandy PDF of the parking map above (and here it is again) with plenty of designated parking spots. HOWEVER, if you need to leave before the festivities come to a close, we don’t recommend parking at Spragins Hall. It'll be blocked off and you’ll be stuck!

    May I run with my dog?
    As much as we love fur babies, we don’t allow dogs on the course. Of course, all well-behaved and leashed pups are welcome to hang out and cheer from the sidelines!

    May I run with a stroller?
    Absolutely! Strollers are more than welcome to join the race, but to keep things smooth and safe for everyone, we ask stroller-pushing participants to start at the back of the line. It's like a stroller parade!

    Are bikes, hoverboards, scooters, skateboards, push bikes, unicycles or wagons allowed on course?

    We’re sorry, but only runners, joggers, walkers, baby strollers/joggers, and wheelchairs are allowed.

Drone footage from the 31st Annual Turkey Trot