Troy Turkey Trot
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Troy Turkey Trot
The Troy Turkey Trot is a Thanksgiving Day road-race tradition in Troy, New York, founded in 1916. It began with six runners and is listed among the oldest road races in the United States and the world. The event includes multiple timed and non-timed events and a range of community activities.
Distances contested include:
- 10K (6.2 miles)
- 5K (3.1 miles)
- Grade School Mile (1 mile)
- Turkey Walk (1 mile)
Registration opens July 1 and fees increase as the event approaches; children 14 and under receive a $10 discount for the 5K and 10K. The program also lists virtual event options, a training challenge, a costume contest with categories for Most Unique and Best Thanksgiving costumes, and volunteer opportunities. Volunteer groups of ten or more are eligible for donations to their organizations.
The race supports several local charities, including the Regional Food Bank of NENY and Joseph's House and Shelter, and organizers report that demand for these services has risen in some cases by more than 100 percent compared to the prior year. The event maintains an archive of results, photos, and race history. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
