Trot For HOPE

BENEFICIARY

• Proceeds: Proceeds from the race will benefit the ministry of WHIF 91.3 Hope FM.

WHEN

• Date: Thanksgiving Day
• Time: Thursday, November 26, 2026 - 9:00 AM

WHERE

• Location: Riverfront Park
• Address: 100 Memorial Parkway, Palatka, FL 32177

ENTRY FEES

• Fun Run: Trot, walk, jog, or run 2 miles... It's all for fun!
• Early Bird Discount: 2 Mile Pre-Registered Entry Fee = $20 (must register by September 30)
• Pre-Registered Entry Fee: 2 Mile = $25
• Race Day Entry Fee: 2 Mile = $30
• Kids Fun Run: Kids Fun Run Entry Fee = $10

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

• Pre-Race Registration: Wednesday, November 25, 2026 | 10 AM–2 PM at Hope FM, 3419 St. Johns Ave, Palatka, FL 32177
• Race Day Registration: Thursday, November 26, 2026 | 8–9 AM at Riverfront Park
• Goody Bags: NEW THIS YEAR: Goody bags will be available at the race on Thanksgiving morning for participants, while supplies last. One goody bag per participant.
• Kids Fun Run: 9 AM: 2-Mile Fun Run starts approximately at 9:15 AM

AWARDS

• Finishers: All finishers will receive a finisher's medal as they cross the finish line.
• Top Finishers: Top 5 male and top 5 female finishers will receive a prize TBD.
• Tiny Tot Turkey Trot: The first five finishers will receive a prize TBD.

TEAM COMPETITION

• Eligibility: Sign up with your church, school, business, club, or family to be eligible for team competition.
• Prize: A Kona Ice Party for up to 50 people and a trophy will be awarded to the team with the most participants at the event.

MAKE A STATEMENT!

• Costumes: Come dressed as a turkey, wear a funny costume, or coordinate a fun look with your family or friends!
• Judging: Judges will choose a few favorite race-day looks, with gift cards awarded to some of the most creative and festive participants or groups!

AMENITIES

• Inclusions: T-shirts, goody bag, post-race refreshments, event photos shared online.
• Sizes: T-shirts in desired sizes available while supplies last. Register early to be sure to get one!

TROT ON THE TROLLEY!

• Accessibility: Need an accessible way to participate? The Visit Palatka trolley will follow the course for participants who are unable to walk or run the full 2 miles.
• Registration: If you need the trolley, you’re welcome to register and enjoy the Trot from the trolley—or hop aboard along the way if you need a ride. (space is limited)

RACE DETAILS

• More Information: For details, visit Trot For HOPE.