Franklin Turkey Trot
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Turkey Trot Franklin Benefiting GraceWorks
The Turkey Trot Franklin is a community running event held in Franklin, Tennessee, that benefits GraceWorks. The event is presented as a Thanksgiving morning tradition and is described as entering its 27th year. It takes place at 5000 Meridian Blvd in the Cool Springs area and historically draws several thousand participants.
Distances offered:
- 10K
- 5K
- Kids' Turkey Chase
Registration fees for 2026 are listed as $50 for the 10K, $45 for the 5K, and $15 for the Kids' Turkey Chase. Teams of four or more adults receive a $5 discount on each registration fee. Online registration fees are shown up front and may include a platform processing fee.
Packet pickup options include a paid VIP pickup at Fleet Feet Cool Springs or Fleet Feet Brentwood and a general packet pickup the day before the event and on race day at the Meridian Blvd address. Prepaid parking passes for the closest blue lot are distributed at packet pickup; yellow parking lots are complimentary. Bikes, rollerblades, skateboards, scooters, and dogs are not allowed on the course; strollers are allowed.
Participants may choose to fundraise through a peer to peer program. Raising or donating at least $150 qualifies for a limited edition "Love thy Neighbor" t-shirt. Registration fees are non refundable, though optional refund protection is available through the event platform provider. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
