Turkey Chase Charity Race
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Turkey Chase Charity Race
The Turkey Chase Charity Race is organized by YMCA Bethesda-Chevy Chase in partnership with the Bethesda Chevy Chase Rotary. The event is scheduled for November 26 to November 30, 2026, in Bethesda, Maryland, with activities centered at the YMCA Bethesda Chevy Chase, 9401 Old Georgetown Road. It offers both in-person and virtual participation and raises funds to benefit youth and families in the metropolitan area.
Available distances and formats include:
- 10K in person
- 2 Miles in person
- 10K virtual run/walk
- 5K virtual run/walk
- 2 Miles virtual walk
- 10 Miles virtual bike ride
- 400 Yards virtual swim
- 1 Mile virtual swim
The event traces its origins to 1982 and serves as a community fundraiser for YMCA programs. A "175 for 175" fundraising challenge invites participants to commit to raising $175; top fundraisers receive special recognition, photo opportunities, and YMCA-branded items.
Race bibs and t-shirts are distributed at the YMCA Bethesda Chevy Chase during scheduled packet pickup dates in the days before the event. Online registration is available with an open window from July 10 to August 31, 2026. Registration fees listed in event materials include $45 for most events and $40 for the in-person 2 Mile walk/run. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
