Valparaiso Turkey Trot

Valparaiso Turkey Trot

The Valparaiso Turkey Trot is a holiday 5K Walk and Run held on November 26, 2026 in Valparaiso, Indiana. Hosted by the Porter Starke Services Foundation, event proceeds benefit behavioral and physical healthcare programs and services in Northwest Indiana. The event has been held as a community tradition since 2003.

The event is held completely outside and there is no access to Valparaiso High School or the Fieldhouse on race morning. Packet pick up takes place the three days before the event at Extra Mile Fitness Company, 3400 Calumet Avenue, Valparaiso. There is no race day packet pick up. Registration opens August 14, 2026 and closes October 24, 2026; the listed registration fee is $30.00.

Road closures and limited parking affect Campbell Street and nearby streets and parking lot entrances at Valparaiso High School. Approaching VHS from the north follows Campbell Street south to Towne Commons Drive, then Vale Park Road into the north parking lot entrance. Approaching from the south requires using the visible entrance near the school when access is available. No shuttle buses will operate; parking is available within walking distance of the start.

All registered participants receive a custom 2026 Valparaiso Turkey Trot finisher medal. Awards are given for Overall Male, Female, and Non Binary and for Overall Masters Male, Female, and Non Binary. Age group awards are presented first through third in the following ranges 0-8, 9-12, 13-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, and 80 plus.

Strollers are allowed and start at the back of the race corral; race timing is chip based and activates when a participant crosses the start line. Dogs are not allowed on the course. Packet pick up may be completed by an authorized proxy who presents the participant confirmation email with QR code. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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