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Turkey Trot 5K/10K

Join us for the premier race of the year! 

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Note: This event has already passed.


The Turkey Trot 5K/10K is the largest, most eagerly-awaited race of the year on Fort Belvoir. For 14 years, since 2009, runners and walkers of all ages have come together annually for this festive occasion. Participants are encouraged to wear their best “turkey” gear.

The 10K will begin at 9 a.m. and the 5K will begin at 9:10 a.m. The awards ceremony will take place at approximately 10:30 a.m.

The 10K and 5K races will both start and end at 14th Street and Middleton Road. View the Race Routes (PDF). Parking is available at the Bowling Center Parking Lot and surrounding areas.

All participants will receive a long-sleeve t-shirt (while supplies last). T-shirt sizes are not guaranteed.

Eligibility: Military, DoD Civilians, Retirees, Family Members and Installation Visitors.


View your race results here! 

5K Categories by age:

  • Overall Male and Female
  • Male and Female 10 and Under
  • Male and Female 11 - 15
  • Male and Female 16 - 19
  • Male and Female 20 - 29
  • Male and Female 30 - 39
  • Male and Female 40 - 49
  • Male and Female 50 - 59
  • Male and Female 60+

10K Categories by age:

  • Overall Male and Female
  • Male and Female 10 and Under
  • Male and Female 11 - 15
  • Male and Female 16 - 19
  • Male and Female 20 - 29
  • Male and Female 30 - 39
  • Male and Female 40 - 49
  • Male and Female 50 - 59
  • Male and Female 60+

 

Awards:

Overall male/female 5K and 10K winners will receive a turkey. The remaining category winners will receive a pie.

 

Additional Information:

  • Race timing will be conducted by a professional timing company.
  • Medical personnel and bathrooms will be available at the start/end location.
  • Dogs are allowed on running courses. Dogs showing any signs of aggressive behavior, potentially aggressive behavior, who are seen disturbing other dogs or patrons will be asked to leave.
  • Jogging strollers are permitted, but must start at the back of the wave.
  • Headphones are prohibited while running on Fort Belvoir.
  • Anyone violating the rules will be disqualified and asked to leave the course.
     

Registration will not be available on race day!

 

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Interested in volunteering?

Volunteers are needed on November 18, from 6:30 - 10:30 a.m. Please email your request to get your name on the list!

Cost

$35 per person

Credit cards only

Cost includes long sleeve t-shirt and post-race refreshments.

*Sorry no refunds. Exceptions offered for PCS, TDY, and service injury/illness. No refunds if the race is rescheduled due to inclement weather.

Registration Information

Online or in-person registration is required.

Locations:

  • Graves Fitness Center
  • Specker Human Performance Center

Registration closes November 12 at 5 p.m.

Registration Form (PDF)

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Steps for mobile devices.

  1. Click the green registration button
  2. Select "continue"
  3. In left column select "Turkey Trot 2023"
    • Please note: The WebTrac system takes a few minutes to load. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.
  4. Select the shopping cart to begin registration.

Packet pick-up is available on race day from 7:30 - 8:45 a.m. at the event location (14th Street and Middleton Road).

If you register, do not have a Military ID or CAC card, and need a visitor’s pass, you may go to Tulley gate a few days before the Turkey Trot. This will allow for faster entrance on the day of the event and prevent gate access from backing up. For more information, you may call the Visitor Center at +1 (703)806-4892 or visit the Access Control page.

 

 

Special thanks to our generous sponsors:

 

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*Federal endorsement not implied.