Faith Mission Turkey Stampede
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Faith Mission Turkey Stampede : event details
The Faith Mission Turkey Stampede is a Thanksgiving morning community running and walking event in Elkhart, Indiana, held on Thursday, November 27, 2025. Proceeds from entry fees support Faith Mission of Michiana to help feed and house people in need; sponsors cover the event's fixed costs. The event offers the following distances:
- 10K
- 5K run
- 5K walk
- 1-mile walk
All finishers receive a finisher medal. The top three overall men and women in the 5K and 10K receive turkey-themed awards. There is also a small cash prize for the first male and female to pass the person dressed as a turkey. There is no formal awards ceremony.
Logistics and race-day information
Packet pickup is available before race day at multiple locations: Goshen Brewing Company (315 W Washington), Fleet Feet Mishawaka (3522 Grape Road), and Elkhart Health & Aquatics (200 East Jackson); race-day pickup is at Elkhart Health & Aquatics. Groups of three or more may register together under a group name and have their packets pulled for group pickup; register by November 18 to allow group bundles to be prepared.
Corrals assemble by event - 10K at Nibco Parkway, 5K runners at Clark Street, 5K walkers at Pacific Street, and 1-mile walkers near Elkhart Avenue. Port-a-johns are located near each starting corral. Water and refreshments are provided at the finish. Strollers and dogs are allowed with leash and cleanup requirements; dogs should be comfortable in crowds and up-to-date on shots. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.