YMCA
For over forty years, runners have enjoyed stepping up their run game while also helping people in need get much needed scholarship assistance at the annual YMCA Turkey Trot. This year’s race, titled the 2023 Moritz Fort Worth YMCA Turkey Trot, being presented by Texas Health, will be hosted in a new spot. Three start times will begin at the Shops in Clearfork at 5188 Monahans Avenue on November 23, beginning at 8 a.m.
The 1K Hapi Water Gobbler Trot will take place at 8 a.m. sharp followed by both the 8K and 13K runs at 8:15 a.m. and then a 5K, which begins at 8:30 a.m. That’s right all you running enthusiasts, this is the first year the Turkey Trot has hosted a C4 Energy 13k double challenge option. And for all you pet lovers, get you leashes ready, because there will also be an Alley Cat and Dog Trot run time as well. Tickets for this event range from $61 to $20, with 100% of the proceeds going to support the Y’s diverse programming. Some of the proceeds from this run will go to help with childcare, water safety lessons, summer camp, youth sports, health programs, senior engagement, food insecurity and more.
“No matter where you Trot with us, you’re helping the Y continue to provide opportunities and access for all,” a statement says on the Y’s website.
Participants in this year’s Turkey Trot will have a chance to conquer both the 5K and the 8K race challenges. The 13K Challenge, will not only test participant’s mettle but also allow runners to compete for an overall age group championship in the 8K event, according to a press release.
YMCA
After successfully completing both the 8K and the 5K portions of the race, 13K participants will be awarded not one, not two, but three finisher medals – one for the 5K, one for the 8K, and one for the challenging 13K.
Runners can register for this race by clicking here. Day of registration will begin at 6:30 a.m. prior to the start of the 5K and 8K races. Timed registration will end at 8 a.m. Plus, participants registering the day of the event are not guaranteed a shirt, bib, or chip. Group and family registration is offered for groups or families of five or more who register and pay on or before November 20th. Each member of a group and family will receive a $5 discount (The $5 discount will be applied once the 5th participant has registered and paid for the Trot). Group and family participants do not need to participate in the same event to receive the $5 discount per participant. Also, group and family participants should pick up shirts and bibs prior to race day.
Since 1981, the annual Turkey Trot has grown from 200 runners to over 10,000 in the 5K, 10K, and Gobbler Trot races. Today, the Turkey Trot is considered a Cowtown tradition that can be enjoyed by multiple generations and a way to stay active after enjoying those naughty seconds of pumpkin pie.
