GCSOM Turkey Trot

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525 Pine Street, Scranton PA

Sunday, November 2nd, 2025

🏃‍♂️ Race Overview

Get ready to lace up for the 16th Annual Turkey Trot 5K/10K Run/Walk!

Join us for a morning of fun, fitness, and community spirit at Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine, in collaboration with AllOne Foundation & Charities. This exciting event benefits Friends of the Poor, a nonprofit that has been serving the Scranton area since 1986.

Mission: Friends of the Poor operates 14 food pantries across the county and provides essential services including food, clothing, furniture, household items, utility and medical assistance, transportation, after-school programs, and more — all aimed at easing the burden of poverty and improving lives.

📅 Race Day Details

Date: Sunday, November 2
Registration: Opens at 6:45 AM
Race Start: Begins at 8:00 AM
Route: Starts at the medical school, travels down the Lackawanna River Heritage Trail, and returns to finish at the medical school. Following the race will be awards and post-race celebrations.

💰 Registration Fees

5K: $30 (includes a T-shirt)
10K: $40 (includes a T-shirt)
Children: 12 & under – Free
Registration: Register online by October 31 or sign up on race day during registration time.

🎨 Tiny Trot Fun Zone

Enjoy crafts and activities for kids of all ages — a great way for the whole family to join in the fun!

🔗 More Information

Website: More details will be posted at https://www.geisinger.org/turkeytrot.
Learn More: To learn more about the impact of Friends of the Poor, visit friendsofthepoorscranton.com.
Questions: Any questions email kwhetstone@geisinger.edu.

🏆 Awards

Results: Results will be announced after the completion of the 5K/10K.
Awards: Awards will be given to the top overall male and female finishers in each race, as well as the top male and female in the following age categories:
Age Categories: 0–19, 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60+