Turkey Trot of Morgan County
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Turkey Trot of Morgan County
3M Decatur hosts the 12th Annual Turkey Trot of Morgan County in Downtown Decatur on Thanksgiving Day. The event offers a timed 5K and a one mile fun run, plus a t-shirt only option. Proceeds benefit the United Way of Morgan County.
Registration details: race registration opens August 3, 2026 for the running events and September 9, 2026 for the t-shirt only option. Registration closes November 3, 2026. Standard fees are $30 for the 5K, $25 for the one mile, and $20 for the t-shirt only option; all prices increase by $5 on November 3, 2026.
Distances:
- 5K
- 1 mile
Packet pickup is offered on Wednesday, November 25, 2026, at Cross Eyed Owl (105 1st Avenue NE) and on Thursday, November 26, 2026, at First Baptist Church (123 Church St NE). Pre-registered participants use the table marked "Pre-Registered Pickup" and provide their name to receive a t-shirt, swag bag, race bib, and pens. New registrants use the table marked "Same-Day Registration", complete a sign-up, sign the waiver, and pay their fee to receive a bib; swag and t-shirts are provided while supplies last and t-shirts are distributed first come, first served. Bib number verification is handled at the River City Runners table.
Both race starting lines are located in front of First Baptist Church. Parking is available around Old State Bank and First Baptist Church. Restrooms are available at Old State Bank and in the First Baptist Church foyer. Awards are handed out at the end of the race. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
