- Time to break out the turkey costumes and strap on your running shoes!
- The Danville Public Schools Education Foundation, in partnership with the Danville Otterbots and the Danville Running & Fitness Club, is having its fifth Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk and Children's Fun Run on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 27th! The event will start and end at American Legion Field, the home of the Danville Otterbots.
- All proceeds go toward programs, initiatives, and scholarships for DPS students and teachers.
- Times: Children's Fun Run – 8:30am; 5K Run/Walk – 9:00am
- Course: The entire race will be along the beautiful Dan River on the Riverwalk Trail.
- Entry Fee: Children's Fun Run (12 and under) – $0 (as long as an adult is registered for the 5K Run/Walk).
5K Run/Walk – $35 to pre-register, $40 on race day. All area students 17 and under ($25, $30 on race day) - Packet pick-up: Available on race day beginning at 7:00am
- Race Day Registration: Registration will begin at 7:00am on Thursday. Cash and check ONLY for race day registration. Checks should be made payable to Danville Public Schools Education Foundation.
- What's included: all race registrants registered by 11/14/25 will receive a long-sleeve performance shirt. If you register after 11/14/2025, shirts will be available upon availability.
- Trophies and medals will be awarded.
- 5k run and walk categories: 0-14, 15-19, every 10 years up to 69, 70 and over.
- Let's burn some calories before the big meal!
DPS Education Foundation Turkey Trot 2025
Distance(s): 5K
Race Overview: A race coming up on 11/27/2025 in Danville, VA. Get all the nerdy details below or follow the sign up links to secure your spot today!
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