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Thursday, November 26th, 2026
9401 Old Georgetown Road, Bethesda MD
10K · 5K · 10 Miles · 1 Mile
36–51°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 5 of the last 10 years
2025
48–68°F
dry
2024
44–60°F
rain
2023
30–44°F
rain
2022
37–57°F
dry
2021
34–47°F
rain
2020
53–65°F
rain
2019
37–59°F
dry
2018
41–52°F
rain
2017
39–49°F
dry
2016
40–49°F
dry
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About this race
YMCA Bethesda-Chevy Chase and the Bethesda Chevy Chase Rotary are proud to invite you to the 44th Annual Turkey Chase Charity Race! Join the thousands of participants from Bethesda, Chevy Chase, and worldwide who’ve raised millions of dollars for kids in our community! Run, Walk, Swim, or Bike! Whether you want to participate in person or virtually, everyone can be a part of this 40+ year community tradition!
175 for 175 Challenge!
Raise $175. Change a Child's Future. In celebration of the YMCA's 175th anniversary, we're recruiting 175 champions to raise $175 each.
That's just:
✅ 5 friends giving $35
✅ One social post
✅ One real impact on a local child
Every dollar supports YMCA programs that provide:
- Safe places after school
- Caring mentors
- Health and wellness opportunities
- Access for families who need financial assistance
Become a Sponsor
Show the community your company supports kids mental and physical health! Email [email protected] for information on sponsorship opportunities.
Not Running? Join the Volunteer Team.
We depend on dozens of volunteers who help create a safe and memorable race-day experience. Volunteer registration is now open!
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