UF Health Jacksonville Turkey Trot 5K
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UF Health Jacksonville's Turkey Trot 5K
UF Health Jacksonville's 12th Annual Turkey Trot is a community running event held on Thanksgiving Day, November 26, 2026, at the Dune House Hotel & Spa, 1 Ocean Blvd, Atlantic Beach, FL. The event raises funds and awareness for brain injury care and rehabilitation through UF Health Jacksonville programs.
The event features multiple participation options:
- 5K including competitive waves, pace-based waves, and a sensory 5K start
- 1 Mile Fun Run
Race packet pick-up, sponsored by Marand Builders, is available at the Dune House Hotel & Spa on the two days before the event and on race day in the Junior Ballroom. All participants receive a finisher medal and a reusable keepsake water cup sponsored by Contoura Plastic Surgery. An awards ceremony at the main stage, sponsored by Wolf Retirement, follows the 1 Mile Fun Run and walk.
Awards include overall male and female winners, masters (over 40), grand-masters (over 50), top three finishers in multiple age-group brackets, team awards for largest team, a highest-fundraiser recognition, and a costume contest.
Proceeds support UF Health Jacksonville brain-injury care and related services, including patient housing and transportation, therapy programs such as an equine program, purchase of diagnostic and treatment equipment, staff training, and partnerships with local brain-injury rehabilitation services. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
