Montlake Turkey Trot

Montlake Turkey Trot is a Seattle fundraiser owned by the University District Food Bank and serves as its second-largest annual fundraiser. The event offers a 5K Run/Walk, Kids 1/2 Mile and 1 Mile Run, and an untimed 5K or 1 Mile Walk, welcoming runners, walkers, and families to celebrate community. The course winds through the Washington Park Arboretum, where fall foliage frames a tree-lined route with ponds and creeks and views of Pacific Northwest scenery.

Proceeds support local food security; beyond operating costs, funds stay in the community. Dogs aren’t permitted; strollers are allowed (with back-start positioning) and arboretum trails can be muddy. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.