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5th Annual Saint J Fitness Turkey Trot and Kids Fun Run
Lace up your running shoes and join us for the 5th Annual Saint J Fitness Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving Eve! This exciting event will be held at Saint J Fitness and is open to clients, neighbors, and their families. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun way to get moving before Thanksgiving, this in-person event is perfect for all fitness levels. Gather your friends and family, and come ready to run, jog, or trot to the finish line! We’ll have prizes, music, and fun! It’s the perfect way to kick off Thanksgiving!
Registration Details
Here’s How to Lock in Your Spot
5k Walk or Run Registration $20:
The $20 Adult registration does not include a T-shirt this year; however, event T-shirts are available for purchase at $20 per shirt when you register!
Kids Fun Run registration - $15 and includes a race t-shirt!
To guarantee a T-shirt with your registration, please sign up by November 19th. If you register after **November 19th**, a shirt is not guaranteed!
Important Information for All Participants:
All 5k participants, including kids, must be registered and have a signed waiver on file. Safety is our priority, and we want everyone, young and old, to enjoy this event responsibly.
Race Day Schedule
Here’s What the Day will Look Like…
4:10 PM — National Anthem
4:15 PM — 5K Kickoff
4:50 PM — Kids Fun Run
5:00 PM — Trophy Ceremony
5:15 PM — Plank-Off & Celebration
Prizes are on the line… So run fast!
Age Group Awards:
Prizes will be awarded to the fastest runners in each division:
Age Group Division Name
8 & Under: Mini Dashers
9–12: Junior Sprinters
13–17: Teen Titans
18–39: Open Division
40–59: Masters
60 +: Legends
Prizes:
Virginia Institute for the Surgical Arts
- Plus many more surprises! So run fast!
Don’t Wanna Run, but Still Wanna be part of the Fun?
Volunteers Needed!
Want to be part of the fun without running? We’d love your help!
We’re looking for volunteers for:
Set-Up & Take-Down Crew
Registration Table / Clerk of Course
MC / Hype Squad
Course Marshals (perfect for student service hours!)!
Course Map
Prize Sponsors Needed!
Have a business and want to be part of the fun? We’re looking for unique, exciting prizes for our Turkey Trot winners!
If your company would like to donate an item, gift card, or experience, please reach out! We love creative prizes that get our runners extra motivated to fly to the finish line.
Email me if you’d like to contribute — it’s a great way to support the community and get your business in front of an amazing local crowd!
Fun, Friends, and Prizes!
What Are you waiting for?