Sun 'n Lake 5K Turkey Trot

🏃‍♂️ Event Description

• Host: Sun 'n Lake Improvement District
• Date: Saturday, November 22, 2025
• Location: Near the Sun 'n Lake Community Center
• Start Time: 8:00 AM

🎉 Event Purpose

• Community: Designed to foster a spirit of community and teamwork.
• Health and Wellness: Promote health and wellness among participants.
• Festive Spirit: Kick off the holiday season with a festive outdoor event.
• Support: Proceeds support future community events and wellness programs.

📅 Day of Event Schedule

• 6:30 AM: Event opens, on-site registration begins.
• 7:45 AM: Pre-race warm-up/stretching session.
• 8:00 AM: Race begins.
• 9:30 AM: Awards ceremony for the top three finishers in each age group.

📝 Registration Information

• Deadline: Pre-registration by November 17, 2024, for a guaranteed T-shirt.
• Day-of Registration: Begins at 6:30 AM at the Community Center.

🏅 Awards

• Overall Finishers: Medals awarded to the top 3 finishers overall.
• Age Group Awards: Medals given to the top three finishers in each age group.

🥇 Finisher Medal

All participants receive a finisher medal - See Finisher Medal

🚗 Parking

Parking is available at the Sun 'n Lake Community Center and nearby lots. Participants are encouraged to arrive early to ensure parking availability.

⏱️ Timing and Scoring

The race will be officially timed and scored using a disposable chip system. Participants will receive their chips at registration and are required to wear them throughout the race. Results will be posted online within 24 hours.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

💵 Registration Fee

Registration details, including fees, will be provided on the Sun 'n Lake website.

💧 Water Stations

Yes, water stations will be available at the start, halfway point, and finish line.

🏃 Day-of Registration

Yes, day-of registration will be open starting at 6:30 AM at the Community Center.

⏳ Time Limit

No official time limit, but we encourage participants to finish the race by 9:30 AM to join the awards ceremony and celebrations.

👕 Shirt Availability

T-shirts will be distributed to all registrants on Day of the Race, distributed on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last.

🚑 Medical Assistance

Qualified emergency medical professionals will be available at the start and finish lines to assist participants.

🐶 Dog Policy

Yes, dogs are welcome to join the event. Please ensure your dog is on a leash and does not interfere with other participants.

👶 Stroller Policy

Yes, strollers are allowed, but we ask that participants with strollers start towards the back of the runners to ensure safety for all.

💧 Water Recommendations

While water stations will be available, participants are encouraged to bring their own water.

💰 Refund Policy

Unfortunately, we cannot offer refunds for race registration. We appreciate your understanding and support of the event.

☔ Weather Policy

Yes, the race is a "rain or shine" event. Please dress appropriately for the weather.

🏆 Post-Race Awards

An awards ceremony will recognize the top 3 male and female runners and the top 3 finishers in each age group.

🔄 Transfer Policy

No, we have a strict no-transfer policy for race entries.

🅿️ Parking Information

Free parking is available at Sun 'n Lake Community Center and surrounding areas. More detailed parking information will be provided closer to the event.