The Joyce Allen Great Turkey Escape
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Event Overview
The Joyce Allen Great Turkey Escape is a community sports event held in Redding, Connecticut. The race operations are centered at the Redding Community Center on Lonetown Road (Route 107). This event includes road racing and walking options, with all proceeds from the registration fees donated to designated beneficiaries.
Participants can choose from several event categories:
- 5k Run
- 5K Walk
- 1K Kids Fun Run (approximately 3/4 mile)
- Virtual 5K or 1K
Participants receive a variety of event apparel and mementos. Registered runners are provided with a long sleeve tech shirt, an embroidered winter beanie hat, and embroidered running gloves. Upon completion of their respective courses, finishers receive a commemorative medal.
The event recognizes performance through age group awards. These awards are distributed three deep within five-year age categories. The start and finish lines for the in-person races are located at the Redding Community Center. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
