Turkey Trot STL
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About the race
Turkey Trot STL in St. Charles is a community running event held on Thanksgiving Day at The Family Arena in St. Charles, Missouri. The event offers in-person and virtual options and names O.A.S.I.S. Food Pantry as the race beneficiary. Fundraising information on the event page shows a current fundraising total of $498.84 with a goal of $3,000, and organizers report over $42,000 and 48,000 pounds of canned goods donated to local food pantries since 2014.
The event program includes these distances and formats:
- 5K
- 1/2 Mile Kids Run
- Virtual 5K option
The 5K course is described as flat, fast, and friendly with an out-and-back section and is certified by USA Track & Field (MO15025LJ). Wheelchair athletes are welcomed to compete; children in courteously driven strollers are allowed. Dogs are not permitted on the course. Awards are given to the top three male and female 5K finishers and to winners in multiple age groups from 12 & under through 70 & over. Race swag options include a long sleeve triblend shirt made with recycled polyester, a custom beanie, or a Fleet Feet gift card; registrants may opt out of swag or purchase add-ons such as additional beanies and a finisher medal. Packet pickup is scheduled on dates prior to and on race day. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
