Turkey Trot for A-Rare-Ness

NOV
27
2025
Join the 2nd annual Turkey Trot in Rockwood TN to support MPS1 research with the Kennedy Ladd Foundation. Choose a 5K, mini trot, Wobble or virtual entry and enjoy pancakes and community spirit.
Thu 27 Nov 2025
5 kilometers

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Event overview

The Turkey Trot for A-Rare-Ness: MPS1 is the 2nd annual community running event held on Thursday, November 27, 2025, in Rockwood, TN (141 S. Front St. - Cofer's Garage, 37854). Proceeds support The Kennedy Ladd Foundation and its work on MPS1 research and support. The event offers multiple participation options, including a live 5K, a mini trot, a not-timed "Wobble for a Cure", and a virtual "Trot or Wobble" entry. Registration tiers listed include Early Bird, Regular, and a "For Fun" not-timed option.

Distances

  • 5K
  • Mini Trot
  • Wobble for a Cure - Not Timed
  • Trot or Wobble - Virtual
  • Pancake Breakfast Only

On-site services, rules and awards

The event includes a pancake breakfast. Registered runners and walkers, and all attendees under 18, receive pancakes at no extra cost; a separate breakfast ticket is available for attendees who do not participate in a race (children 2 and under eat free). Short-sleeved unisex shirts are ordered on November 11; registrations after November 10 receive shirts while supplies last. Award categories include overall male and female (1st-3rd), masters male and female (40+), and a Best Dressed Turkey prize. Race etiquette: rollerblades, bicycles, and dogs are not allowed on the 5K course; walkers are permitted. The 5K course closes 1 hour, 30 minutes after start. Volunteer and sponsorship information is available through the event volunteer link. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km
Turkey Trot:5k
Mini Trot
Trot or Wobble-Virtual
Wobble for a Cure- Not Timed

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