DC Turkey Trot Half
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2025 DC Turkey Trot 5k & Half
The event takes place on November 23 in Georgetown and at Fletcher’s Boathouse. Distances offered:
- 5k
- Half marathon
The event counts toward the 5k, Endurance and Back of the Pack Series, and toward the Fall Series. A virtual race option is available. Registered runners receive a finisher’s medal, a technical event shirt, and chip timing. T-shirts are guaranteed for runners registered before November 12.
Course and logistics
Both courses use the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal path as out-and-back routes on a light gravel trail with minimal elevation change. The half marathon starts and finishes in Georgetown near the Potomac Boat Club. The 5k starts and finishes at Fletcher’s Boathouse.
Water stations: seven stations on the half marathon at listed mile markers and one station on the 5k; Gatorade is available at some stations. Restrooms: port-a-johns near the Georgetown check-in area and restroom facilities at Fletcher’s Boathouse. There is no official bag check; items may be left at the timing tent but organizers are not responsible for valuables. Live results will be posted on Athlinks and final results with series points will be posted the Monday after the race. Awards: top three men and women overall and age-group awards for two top places in standard age brackets. Packet pickup is available the day before at Road Runner Sports (Arlington, VA). Registration fees are listed by distance with early and later pricing. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.