Events
Place
Description
The FIRST ANNUAL St. Joseph 5k “Turkey Trot” Run/Walk will be held on November 28, 2024! Starting and finishing at the Margaret B. Upton Arboretum, this will be a wonderful way for families to gather, friends to reunite, and the community to strengthen – not to mention a guilt-free way to begin a day famous for indulging! Participants will run or walk past Silver Beach Pizza, Shadowland, the Carousel, and our Iconic beaches on the way to an energetic finish with music, refreshments, and awards. Our goal is simply to create an event that will become a tradition as so many other Thanksgiving Day races have become throughout Michigan.
Race Contact Info
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Registration
Early Registration through September 30th – $25
October 1 – November 1 - $30
November 2nd – Race Day $40
- No Refunds
- Shirts not Guaranteed after November 10, 2024
- Dogs are not allowed
- Strollers are allowed, no fee for children in strollers
Registration Fee Includes
- 2024 Short Sleeve Turkey Trot t-shirt
- Race Bib
- Race Goody Bag
- Awards for Top Finishers
- Post- Race Snacks and Lots of FUN!!
Packet Pick-Up & Registration
Race Participants may Pick up Packets at-
Tuesday, November 26th
St. Vincent dePaul
301 Wayne Street - St Joseph
10am – 1pm
Wednesday, November 27th
St. Vincent dePaul
301 Wayne Street - St Joseph
4pm – 7pm
Thursday Morning, November 28th
Margaret B Upton Arboretum (Tent)
7:30am – 8:30 am
Awards
A Trophy & Gift Card to Connected Soles will be awarded to the Overall Male and Female winners of the 5K
Medals will be awarded to the top two females and males in each age group category.
- Age Categories 8 & under, 9-14, 15-19, 20-29,30-39,40-49,50-59, 60-69, 70 & over
- Awards will be distributed on-site at this year’s race.
Timing & Scoring
Timing is done by Michiana Timing. Results will be posted immediately following the event.
Parking
Please use Berrien County Courthouse parking lot and stairwell at the North Corner of the parking lot. Parking is limited at the Arboretum area.
Restrooms
Porta- Potties have been rented to accommodate participants.
Safety
City Streets will remain open during the event. Be sure to stay within the coned/barricaded lanes. There could be minimal traffic in the oncoming lanes.
Race Route
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Directions
Parking is available in the Berrien County Courthouse Parking Lot - 811 Port Street, Saint, Joseph, MI 49085
