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Saturday, November 21st, 2026
311 N West Street, Waynesburg PA
5K
33–48°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 4 of the last 10 years
2025
36–48°F
dry
2024
29–39°F
rain
2023
39–49°F
rain
2022
22–43°F
dry
2021
37–46°F
rain
2020
43–54°F
rain
2019
30–53°F
dry
2018
29–36°F
dry
2017
35–53°F
dry
2016
28–34°F
dry
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About this race
The 10th Annual Eva K. Bowlby Library Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk and 1K Children's Fun Run
Event proceeds will provide needed support to meet the library's mission:
The Eva K. Bowlby Public Library connects the community with opportunities to enrich lives through empowerment, lifelong learning, and recreation while opening windows to the world and inspiring exploration and achievement.
WHEN &: WHERE?
The event will be held on Saturday, November 21, 2026, beginning & finishing at the Bowlby Library Gazebo.
- 9:00 - 1K Pet Walk: all pets must be on a leash
- 9:15 - 1K Children's Fun Run: ages 1-12
- 9:30 - 5K Walk:
- 9:30 - 5K Run:
Free Childcare
Free childcare available!! with children's activities while parents run or walk in the 5K.
Awards
Awards will be given to the top 3 Male & Female 5K Runners & 5K Walkers in each age category. The award ceremony will be held immediately following the race at the Gazebo. Medals are also given to the top 3 in each Age Category in the 1K Children's Run.
- 5K Run & Walk Age Groups: 1-14, 15-20, 21-30, 31-40, 41-50, 51-60, 61-70, 71 & Over
- 1K Children's Run Age Groups: 1-4, 5-6, 7-8, 9-10, 11-12
Refreshments
Light snacks and refreshments will be provided as well as other children's activities inside the library while parents run or walk in the race.
Donations
If you are unable to participate in the 5K Turkey Trot, but would still like to donate, you can click the "Donate" button at the top of the page and indicate your donation amount. If you are unable to participate in person or would like to participate virtually and would like a T-Shirt, select "Pardoned Turkey".
T-Shirts
T-Shirts can be picked up on race day at the library.
!!!T-Shirts and sizes are only guaranteed if you are registered by 11/1/26!!!
T-Shirts will be given after 11/1/26 while supplies last, but requested sizes are not guaranteed.
More Information
For more details, please visit the official race page: Eva K. Bowlby Library 5K Turkey Trot.
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