SMT Turkey Trot

🦃 Join us on Thanksgiving morning for the 21th Annual SMT Turkey Trot!

🎉 New This Year

• Partnership: SMT Turkey Trot is partnering with Fleet Feet Mechanicsburg/Harrisburg to provide two additional packet pickup times!
• Additional Pickup: Packet pickup will be available on Monday, November 24th at Fleet Feet Harrisburg and Tuesday, November 25th at Fleet Feet Mechanicsburg.
• Pre-Register: Refer to the PRE-REGISTRATION AND PACKET PICK UP section for more detailed information.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Event Overview

The SMT Turkey Trot is an event that is focused on family and fun. The race offers a 5K run or walk through the beautiful streets of New Cumberland. Refreshments and activities await you at the finish line.

We want to thank our sponsors for their generous support. Without them, we would not be able to help the families that are in need. Please patronize them and let them know you saw them here on our race page. They can be found under the More → Sponsors tab at the top of this page.

🌹 In Memory of Shirley Mae Taylor

The run is named after Shirley Mae Taylor who passed away in 2003 after a long, hard battle with cancer. The race is held in New Cumberland because she loved the town. Shirley worked at Coakley's restaurant for years, loved the West Shore Theater and the library, and never missed an Apple Festival. We hold this event on Thanksgiving morning because it was one of her favorite holidays and it emphasizes family and tradition.

💖 Charity Focus

All proceeds benefit Vickie’s Angel Foundation - Vickie’s Angel Foundation (VAF), Inc. is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) with a mission of helping families who have difficulties paying bills due to their fights with cancer. The goal is to alleviate monetary worries so they can focus on beating cancer and not finances. Financial assistance is for both medical and non-medical expenses, especially basic necessities. Please visit their website at: http://www.vickiesangelwalk.org/. Donations may also be made directly to Vickie’s Angel Foundation by selecting the Donate tab at the top of this page.

🏃‍♂️ Event Information

• 5K Run: The run begins and ends in the New Cumberland Borough Park.
• Cranberry Challenge: This family-friendly event will have you run to different stations where you will tackle fitness tests in order to continue in the race.
• Prizes: Top male and female finishers will win gift cards to Chaka Crossfit. This race is limited to 125 participants.
• 5K Walk: The walk begins and ends in the New Cumberland Borough Park. There is a separate start line for walkers.

📅 Registration Information

• 5K: $30 Early bird online registration through September 30, 2025 (no additional processing fee).
• 5K: $35 Online registration from October 1, 2025 to October 31, 2025.
• 5K: $40 Online registration from November 1, 2025 to November 20, 2025.
• Cranberry Challenge: $40 Early bird online registration through September 30, 2025 (limited to 125 participants).

🏁 Pre-Registration and Packet Pick Up

Participants who have pre-registered may pick up their packets as follows:

• Monday, November 24, 2025: Fleet Feet Harrisburg from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
• Tuesday, November 25, 2025: Fleet Feet Mechanicsburg from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
• Wednesday, November 26, 2025: New Cumberland Fire Hall from noon to 6 p.m.
• Race day: Pre-registered runners will receive long-sleeved unisex t-shirts.

🔗 Other Information

• Timing: Entry fees entitle you to professional chip timing with accurate, prompt results and awards.
• Live DJ: A professional DJ will be on hand to get you psyched before you run and then entertain you as you enjoy post-race amenities.
• Awards: No awards ceremony! If you think you won a prize, please check the results and report to the bandstand after 9:00 AM to claim it.
• Rain Date: There is no rain date for this event and it will be held rain or shine.

For more details, please visit the official race page.