Grand Rapids Public Schools Turkey Trot
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Grand Rapids Public Schools Turkey Trot : November 27, 2025
The event is the 33rd Annual Grand Rapids Turkey Trot, a fundraiser that helps offset the cost of Grand Rapids Public Schools athletics. The race day program includes multiple events and a virtual option. Entry pricing and registration deadlines vary by event.
Distances
- 5k Run/Walk
- 5k GRPS Students
- Mini Trot (0.4 mile loop)
- My Team Triumph 5k
- Virtual 5k Run/Walk
Location, course and participant information
The event base is Van Andel Arena, 130 Fulton Street W, Grand Rapids, MI 49503. The start line is on Fulton Street in front of the arena and the finish line is on Ottawa at Weston. The Mini Trot follows a 0.4 mile loop around the arena and parents may run with their child. There will be one water stop near the halfway point. Streets will be closed to traffic for one hour; participants still on course after that time must move to sidewalks.
Additional notes: 5k registrations include a shirt and timing bib, and participants must wear the provided bib for an official time. Mini Trot registrants receive a medal but no shirt. Medals are awarded to the top three finishers in age categories and pumpkin pies are given to specified overall and age-group winners. Dogs are not allowed on course. The virtual event has a recommended completion window the week of the holiday and does not have awards. Refunds or deferrals are not offered. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.