Guthrie Sayre Turkey Trot 5K

Guthrie Sayre Turkey Trot

The Guthrie Sayre Turkey Trot is an annual community running event with live and virtual participation options for 2026. The 20th edition takes place on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 26, 2026, with the course starting and finishing at the historic Sayre Theatre (205 South Elmer Ave, Sayre, PA). The flat, fast 5K runs on local streets through the Athens and Sayre boroughs. The event regularly draws more than 1,200 participants and is described as the largest 5K in Bradford County.

All net proceeds benefit the Guthrie Cancer Care Fund; proceeds from the 2025 event raised more than $70,000 to assist patients with cancer-related financial needs. Registration details include an early bird rate of $25 for the 5K (January 1–March 1) and a standard rate of $30 (March 2–November 21). Registration closes November 21; there is no race day or last-minute registration.

Packet pickup is available the day before at the Guthrie Building, 2900 Elmira Street, Sayre, PA, and on race morning outside the Sayre Theatre. Race swag includes a 20th Annual Turkey Trot T-shirt guaranteed for registrations by October 25; shirts may be available later while supplies last, with no refunds or exchanges.

The event includes a free Kids Fun Run for ages 10 and younger with no formal registration; the first 50 children receive a free gift. The live 5K offers awards and gift card prizes across overall, team, and age group categories. The virtual 5K runs November 23–25; virtual participants are not eligible for live-race awards but may receive packets by pickup or mail. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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