🏃♂️ Welcome to the Vienna Turkey Trot!!
The James Madison High School Band will be hosting the 23rd Annual Vienna Turkey Trot 5K/10K and Fun Run. All proceeds benefit the JMHS "Pride of Vienna" Band and the Vienna Volunteer Fire Department.
- Join us: A great run and super music by our JMHS Band!
- Wear: Your best turkey and holiday gear.
- Enjoy: Race snacks and refreshments after the race.
📅 Date and Location
Date: Sunday, November 23, 2025 (Sunday before Thanksgiving)
Location:
Vienna Volunteer Fire Department
400 Center Street South
Vienna, VA 22180
⏰ Race Times
- 8:00 am: Kids Fun Run
- 8:30 am: 5K/10K
💵 Fees
- 5K Run: $40 through October 20, $45 October 21 through race day.
- 10K Run: $45 through October 20, $50 October 21 until race day.
- Kids' Fun Run: $20.
- Note: Runners registering after 11/3/2025 are not guaranteed a T-shirt.
🖥️ Registration Information
Online registration will remain open through Race Day, November 23 at 8:00 am. All registrations must be done online.
Packet Pick Up: Save yourself a wait in line on race day: Register online and pick up your packet on Friday and Saturday before the race!
- Friday, November 21, 2025: Vienna Community Center, 120 Cherry Street SE, Vienna, VA - Time: 5PM - 8PM.
- Saturday, November 22, 2025: Road Runner Sports, 1120 West Broad Street, Falls Church - Time: 10AM-2PM.
- Race Day: Vienna Volunteer Fire Department, 400 Center St, Vienna, VA (Second Floor) - Time: 7:00 am to 8:00 am.
🏆 Awards
Awards are three deep for male/female winners, in the following age groups: 0-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+.
📋 Runner Instructions
- Start Time & Timing: To receive an official time for the 5K or 10K, you must start by 8:30 AM.
- Important: If you arrive late, do not enter the finish line area unless you have completed your full race.
🚗 Race Day Arrival Tips
- Arrive early: Allow time for parking and walking to the start.
- Bib pickup: Arrive at least 30 minutes early if picking up on race day.
- Finish Line Etiquette: Keep moving through the finish chute—don't stop or wait inside.
🔄 10K Participants
If you decide to change to the 5K, please do so prior to the start of the race. You can email terri@prrunandwalk.com to make the distance change (ideally), or let the timers know prior to the race.
Timing Chips (ChronoTrack B-Tag): Chips are attached to the back of your bib. To ensure accurate timing:
- Wear: Your bib on the front of your torso.
- Don’t: Fold, wrinkle, or modify your bib.
- Pin: It in all four corners.
- Keep: It visible (no jackets or belts covering it).
- Wear: The correct bib assigned to you.
For more information and to register, visit Vienna Turkey Trot 5K/10K and Fun Run.