Turkey Chase Charity Race
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Event overview
The Turkey Chase Charity Race is an annual charity event organized by YMCA Bethesda-Chevy Chase and the Bethesda Chevy Chase Rotary in Bethesda, MD. The event traces its origin to 1982 and supports youth and family programs in the metropolitan area. The 2025 schedule includes both live and virtual options: the live event is set for 11/27/2025 and the virtual window runs 11/24/2025 to 11/30/2025.
Distances and event types:
- 10K Run - In person
- 2 Mile Walk/Run - In person
- 10K Virtual Run/Walk
- 5K Virtual Run/Walk
- 2 Mile Virtual Walk
- 10 Mile Virtual Bike Ride
- 400 yd Virtual Swim
- 1 Mile Virtual Swim
Registration, packet pickup and fundraising
Packet pickup is at YMCA Bethesda Chevy Chase, 9401 Old Georgetown Road, Bethesda, MD. Pickup dates are 11/25, 11/26, and 11/27. Registration for virtual events ends 11/18/2025; online registration is required and will remain open until the race begins.
The event includes fundraising options. Fundraising tiers include individual rewards at $250, $500, and $1,000 and team goals at $1,000, $2,500, and $5,000. Fundraising supports specific programs: $250 can fund a week of summer camp for a child in need, $500 can provide fresh produce and healthy cooking classes for multiple families, and $1,000 can support a week of community programs for seniors, veterans, and teens. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.