Turkey Trot 5K - National Harbor
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2026 National Harbor Turkey Trot 5k
The 2026 National Harbor Turkey Trot is an inaugural chip-timed 5k that starts and finishes at National Harbor in Oxon Hill, Maryland. The course runs along the harbor area with views of the Potomac and is scheduled for the Wednesday before Thanksgiving. Points from this race count toward the Year-Long 5k & Back of the Pack Series and the Fall Series.
Finishers receive a medal and a long-sleeved technical event shirt. Shirts are guaranteed for registrations completed before November 13; additional shirts will be ordered but are first-come first-served for later registrants. The event also offers a virtual run option.
Registration notes state an early price of $50 for the first 100 5k registrants, with prices increasing afterward and by $5 on race morning. Packet pickup is available at Road Runner Sports on the day before the race and at the event. Live results will be posted on Athlinks and via an on-site QR code, with final results and series points posted the Monday after the race.
Race services include one water station at approximately mile 1.55, Gatorade at some stations, and portajohns at the start/finish. Awards are given to the top three men and women overall and to first and second in standard age groups; overall top three are not eligible for age-group awards. The race supports three charities, selected by registrants at registration. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
