Space Coast Turkey Trot
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Space Coast Turkey Trot 5K
The Space Coast Turkey Trot 5K is a family friendly 5K event held in Downtown Melbourne. The 2026 edition marks the 23rd year of the event and includes both an in-person race and a virtual option.
Events
- 5K in-person event at Front Street Civic Center
- VIRTUAL 5K virtual participation option
The event base is Front Street Civic Center, 2205 Front Street, Melbourne FL 32901. Early packet pickup is available at Running Zone, 3696 N Wickham Road, Melbourne FL 32935 on Tuesday November 24 and Wednesday November 25 from 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM. Race morning packet pickup takes place at the race site on Thursday November 26 from 6:15 AM to 7:15 AM.
Entry fees are listed as $30 with a $20 rate for ages 1 to 12. Fees increase after November 3, 2026 at 11:59 PM EST. Both the in-person and virtual 5K show the same pricing. The event offers awards for the top 10 males and top 10 females scored by gun time. Additional features include full size pumpkin pies for the first 300 finishers, finisher medals with a no medal option that reduces the fee by $5, and race shirts with a no shirt option that reduces the fee by $5. A referral program refunds $10 when five people register using a shared link.
Beneficiaries listed include West Shore PTA and Fantastic 4H Farm. Sponsors named in event materials include Coastal Health Systems, Running Zone, and Wire 3. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
