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GMAA Turkey Trot 5K

Burlington, VT

Thu, Nov 26, 2026

In 145 days · Thu, Nov 26, 2026

When

Thursday, November 26th, 2026

Where

UVM Gutterson Fieldhouse, Burlington VT

Distance

5K

About this race

🏃‍♂️ Course Information

  • Distance: 5K loop on the UVM women':s cross-country course.
  • Footing: Great footing (not counting snow or ice) on cinder/paved path and grass - some single track.
  • Restrictions: No pets, headphones, strollers or bicycles allowed on the course.
  • Walkers: Walkers welcome. Walkers and slower runners please line up towards the back for safety at the crowded start.

📝 Registration Details

  • Online: Online registration available until race morning - 9:40 AM. Donations can be made online or in-person on race day (see "Entry Fee" info below).
  • Race Day: Race day registration at Gutterson Field House at UVM in Burlington from 9:00 - 9:40 AM.
  • Form: Print and fill out this Registration Form and bring it with you to the race.
  • Weather: The race will be held in the rain, snow, or shine!

💰 Entry Fee

  • Donation: Suggested donation $5 ($10 per family) and/or a food donation.
  • Payment: Make checks payable to: Feeding Chittenden.
  • Contribution: Note: Runners are welcome to donate more than $5!
  • Purpose: All net proceeds go to Feeding Chittenden (formerly known as Chittenden Emergency Food Shelf).
  • Event: There will be a free 1/4-mile kids' race at the Archie Post fields just before the 5K at 9:45 AM.
  • Timing: The race will be timed with a large race clock, but only the top 10 finishing times will be recorded.
  • Raffles: Raffle prizes will be awarded after the race, all participants and volunteers are eligible.
  • Feeding Chittenden (formerly known as Chittenden Emergency Food Shelf)
  • Route: Take Interstate 89 until exit 14.
  • Next Steps: Get on route 2 west. Turn south onto Spear St. (via "jug handle" on right).
  • Final Destination: Field House is on the right after 1/4 mile.
  • Contacts: Race Directors: Jess Marini - turkeytrot@gmaa.run
  • Safety: GMAA/Insurance rules prohibit running with a baby jogger or dog. For safety reasons and as a courtesy to fellow runners, GMAA strongly discourages the use of headphones.
  • Policy: There are no refunds, deferrals, or transfers.

For more information about the race, visit GMAA Turkey Trot 5K.

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