YMCA of Lincoln Turkey Trot
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YMCA of Lincoln Turkey Trot
The YMCA of Lincoln Turkey Trot is a Thanksgiving morning road race held in downtown Lincoln. The event is presented by Union Bank and Trust and is in its 18th year. It offers in-person and virtual participation options and hosts packet pickup at local YMCA and Railyard locations.
Distances and entry fees:
- Tot Trot - free
- 1-Mile Fun Run and Walk or Virtual - $22
- 5K Individual or Virtual - $37 A family 1-Mile rate is available for $80 for two adults and children at the same address, with a maximum of five family members. Additional child entries are $10. A $10 late registration fee applies to entries received after November 22. Registration is online only.
Packet pickup is available at the Cooper YMCA (6767 S 14th St) and at the Railyard (350 Canopy St). Virtual participants living outside Lincoln may request mailed packets for an additional fee by November 13. Participants should bring their registration confirmation to pickup.
Race-day logistics include free parking at the Pinnacle Bank Arena Festival Lot with a pedestrian bridge to the Railyard and paid parking in nearby downtown garages. Awards are given at the Railyard; age divisions are listed for the 5K and youth receive small prizes or ribbons. Dogs are not allowed on the course, strollers must start at the back, bibs are required to be visible for 5K participants, and there are no refunds. The event runs as scheduled regardless of weather. A food and hygiene drive will be held during packet pickup and on race day. Volunteer opportunities are available. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
