Poultry in Motion; Waco Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot 5K and One Mile

Race Overview

Burn those thighs before those pies!

Join your fellow pilgrims on Thanksgiving Day morning for a one mile fun run and a 5K run/walk in downtown Waco! We have even added a last minute "Side Dish" option for your last minute, more reluctant buddy that doesn't want to pay full price (and maybe doesn't want to get off the couch??)

And the "Spirit" of the holiday season .... all that quality family time... we have everything you need with an amazing new title sponsor this year, Bosque Spirits! Check out their two locations, one on LaSalle and one on Bosque! https://wacobarsupply.com/

And if you think just a fun run, think again! This year we are honored to donate to a very important local organization for which we are extremely thankful, the Community Cancer Association. Learn more about them at https://wacocancer.org/

Schedule of Events

Wednesday, November 25, 2025

• Packet Pick Up: 4:00 - 7:00 pm Waco Running Company, 700 Franklin Ave
• Location: Google Maps
• Details: Pick up your race credentials early to avoid race morning lines and join your fellow pilgrims for a few beverages and giveaways.
• Reminder: You know you're gonna need it!

Thursday, November 26, 2026, Indian Spring Park, Waco Suspension Bridge, 101 N. University Parks, Waco, Texas 76701

• Packet Pick Up: 6:30 am - 8:15 am
• One Mile Fun Run/Walk: 8:00 a.m.
• 5K Timed Run/Walk: 8:30 a.m. - USATF certified course: Course Certification
• Pie Eating Contest: 9:15
• Awards Ceremony: 9:30 am

Race Details

• Fun Run: The 1K is just that... FUN!
• 5K Awards: Professional timing with awards for overall male and female, masters male and female, and age group awards!
• Costume Contest: Award for the best Thanksgiving-related costume!
• Shirts: Ordered by November 15th: register by then to guarantee your shirt and size.

Registration Information

Race Day Registration will be available but does come with an "inconvenience fee." Save $5 by registering prior to race day and use it for some cranberry sauce!

Course Maps

• 5K: 5K Route 1, 5K Route 2
• One Mile: One Mile Route 1, One Mile Route 2

Contact Information

For more information, contact Nancy Goodnight at rockbridgerunner@gmail.com or 254-405-2518

Gobble On!!!!

For more information, visit the race page: Race Signup