19th Annual Trot Against Poverty 5K

Event Overview

Get ready to shake your tail feathers at the 19th Annual Thanksgiving Day Trot Against Poverty 5K, the Treasure Coast’s largest and most spirited Thanksgiving tradition!

Whether you're chasing a personal best, enjoying a leisurely jog, or gathering the family for a festive walk, this event welcomes all ages and paces. Join thousands of trotters and don’t miss a photo with Turkey Tom, our iconic 25-foot inflatable turkey!

Every step you take supports United Against Poverty, helping local families build brighter, more stable futures.

Start your Thanksgiving with purpose, energy, and community and make it a tradition worth running back to.

Race Details

• Date: 2026-11-26
• Location: 3250 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach, FL
• More Info: Race URL

Packet Pickup

• Dates: Tuesday (11/24) and Wednesday (11/25)
• Time: 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
• Location: United Against Poverty's IRC Campus (1400 27th St Vero Beach, FL 32960)
• Directions: CLICK HERE FOR DIRECTIONS

Race T-Shirt

• Availability: The much coveted Trot Race Shirts will be available to the first 1,800 registrants.
• Note: Don't wait, sign up early!

Awards

• Overall Male & Female: Prizes awarded to the top overall finishers.
• Masters (40+) Male & Female: Recognition for masters category winners.
• Fastest Stroller: Awards for fastest male and female participants with strollers.
• Age Group Awards: Top 3 males & females in age groups from 9 & under through 80+.
• Non-Binary Overall: Recognition for the top non-binary finisher.