Race in the 2025 Troy Turkey Trot: A Thanksgiving Day Tradition
When: November 27, 2025
The Troy Turkey Trot started in 1916, with just six runners entered. Now, it's one of the largest and oldest turkey trots in the country. The 2025 Troy Turkey Trot will feature a 5K run, 10K run, one-mile Turkey Walk, and the Grade School Mile.
Join the thousands of Capital Region participants in this proud tradition on Thanksgiving Day, November 27, 2025.
2025 Troy Turkey Trot Details
Before dining on delicious Thanksgiving food, start the holiday off right at the Troy Turkey Trot. All of the races on November 27 will start outside the Troy Atrium (Broadway 4th & 3rd) in Troy, NY.
Your registration will include:
- Entry into one of the oldest and largest turkey trots in the United States
- Custom shirt and bib for all events
- A commemorative participation item for all finishers
- Eligibility for overall and age-group awards
- Post-race refreshments
- A wonderful way to start off your Thanksgiving Day celebrations
The Troy Turkey Trot is held in downtown Troy, NY, located approximately 7-10 miles from downtown Albany, making it the perfect event for runners and walkers in the Tri-City area and beyond.
2025 Troy Turkey Trot Race Day Start Times
- 8:00 a.m. - 10K Start
- 9:30 a.m. - Grade School Mile Start
- 9:35 a.m. - Turkey Trot 1 Mile Walk Start
- 10:00 a.m. - 5K Start
2025 Virtual Event Info
The Troy Turkey Trot virtual events are self-timed events that you can track during the virtual running window of 8 a.m. on Thursday, November 27, through 8 p.m. on Sunday, November 30.
Log your time for the 5K, 10K, Grade School Mile, or Turkey Walk on your selected course, and then submit your results through the registration platform.
All virtual participants will receive a shirt and a finisher medal. If you prefer, you can have your packet mailed for a $12 fee.
Additionally, you can print your custom bib and pin it to your shirt. Simply visit your Profile, scroll to the Upcoming Events tab, and click on View Digital Bib on the right side.
Give Back When Registering for the Troy Turkey Trot
Thanksgiving is a time to be grateful for all the wonderful blessings we have, including family and friends.
The Troy Turkey Trot would like to encourage you to remember those who are less fortunate during this season of giving thanks. You can do so by giving a "Donation of Thanks" to either of their selected charities, the Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York, or Joseph's House and Shelter, when you register for the race.
For more information about the Troy Turkey Trot or to register visit today, visit www.troyturkeytrot.com.
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