CAN the Bird 5K Turkey Trot

Event Overview

• Event Name: CAN the Bird 5K Turkey Trot
• Date: Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 27, 2025
• Time: Begins at 8:00 am
• Location: Walmart parking lot, 5885 Kingstowne Blvd, Alexandria, VA 22315

Participation Details

• Age Groups: All ages can enjoy a run, jog or stroll around Kingstowne and its scenic Lake.
• Website: More Info
• Food Donation: Please bring a CANned food item for donation.
• Commemorative Item: Participants will receive a commemorative race t-shirt.

Registration Information

• Early Bird Registration: Through October 17
  • Adult 5K - $30
  • Military 5K - $25
  • 25 & Under - $20
  • 12 & Under - $10
• Standard Registration: October 18 - November 21
  • Adult 5K - $35
  • Military 5K - $30
  • 25 & Under - $25
  • 12 & Under - $10
• Last Chance Registration: November 22 - 27
  • Adult 5K - $40
  • Military 5K - $35
  • 25 & Under - $30
  • 12 & Under - $10
• Online Closure: Registration will close on November 27 at 7:45 AM. Only online registration will be accepted.

Packet Pickup

• Location 1: Jefferson Funeral Chapel, 5775 Castlewellan Drive, Alexandria, VA 22315
• Pickup Hours:
  • Monday 11/24 from 2-7pm
  • Tuesday 11/25 from 2-7pm
  • Wednesday 11/26 from 2-5PM
• Location 2: Walmart, 5885 Kingstowne Blvd, Alexandria, VA 22315
• Race Day Pickup: Nov 27th, 7:00-8:00 AM

Awards

• Top Finishers: Awards for the top three overall male and female finishers.
• Age Group Awards: Top three finishers in 12 & Under and 13-18 age groups.
• Special Awards: Fastest male and female runner with dog, and fastest male and female runner with stroller.
• Food Donations: Nonperishable food items accepted by Koinonia.

Join Us

• Family Fun: Bring the family and enjoy a fun Thanksgiving Day morning run!