The Original A2 Turkey Trot

NOV
8
2026
Celebrate Thanksgiving at the Original Kroger A2 Turkey Trot at Hudson Mills Metropark. In person and virtual options, family friendly kids races, and turkey awards for top finishers with distances from one mile to 10K.
Sun 8 Nov 2026
10 kilometers 5 kilometers

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Event overview

The Original Kroger A2 Turkey Trot is an annual autumn running event held at Hudson Mills Metropark in Dexter, Michigan. The event offers in-person and virtual options and includes family-focused activities and kids-only races. Overall winners receive turkey awards. Multiple pages for packet pickup, course maps, awards, parking, and a post-race celebration are part of the event program. Several local and regional organizations are listed as sponsors.

Events and entry details

  • 5K - 3.1 miles, price $35
  • 10K - 6.2 miles, price $40
  • Iron Turkey - 5K + 10K combined, price $50
  • Mashed Potato Mile - 1 mile fun run, price $30
  • Kids Race Free 5K - age 10 and under, price $0
  • Kids Race Free Mile - age 10 and under, price $0
  • Drumstick Dash - 200 m, age 8 and under, price $0
  • Virtual events - 5K, 10K, Iron Turkey, 1-mile; price $30-$50
  • Epic Pace Team entries - by invitation only, price $0

Kids races are free with a paid adult. Virtual options allow participants to complete distances remotely. The event materials note zero waste initiatives, swag, pacers, and volunteer opportunities as part of the race operations. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

10 km
10k
10 km
Iron Turkey (10k + 5k)
5 km
Mashed Potato Mile