Talking Turkey 6 Mile Race - Holyoke
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47th Annual Talking Turkey 6 Mile Race
The 47th Annual Talking Turkey Race is a running event in Holyoke, Massachusetts that follows a roughly 6.1 mile course around Ashley Reservoir. The event is tied to the Thanksgiving weekend and takes place at the Holyoke Lodge of Elks, 250 Whitney Avenue, Holyoke, MA 01040.
Race awards include $100 prizes for the overall male and female winners and additional age group awards. An official long-sleeve technical race shirt is offered; participants who register by November 22 are guaranteed a shirt. Registration pricing is tiered: $35 for October 16 through November 1, $38 for November 2 through November 22, and $40 for November 23 through November 25. Online registration closes November 25, 2026 at 12:00 pm.
A post-race celebration is held inside the Holyoke Lodge of Elks. Post-race provisions listed for the event include a pasta dinner, clam chowder, desserts, live music by Fuel The Madness, and a cash bar. The event is hosted by Holyoke Credit Union, Holyoke Lodge of Elks, and Empire One Running Club.
The description above summarizes the event format, location, awards, shirt availability, registration pricing windows, and planned post-race activities. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
