Traverse City Turkey Trot
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Event overview
The Up North Media Traverse City Turkey Trot takes place on Thursday, November 27, 2025, in Traverse City, Michigan. This is the 18th annual running of the event presented by 4Front Credit Union. The race organizer notes that the course is treated before race day when possible, but participants run at their own risk because November weather in Northern Michigan can be unpredictable.
The event includes the following distances:
- 5K Run/Walk
- 5 Mile Flier
Entry fees, sponsors and beneficiaries
Entry fees listed for the 2025 edition are: the 5K at $35 (youth price $20 for ages 1-17) and the 5 Mile at $40 (youth price $25 for ages 1-17). Both events show a higher earlier price and a scheduled price increase after October 30, 2025, at 11:59pm EDT.
Presenting sponsor is 4Front Credit Union. Other supporting organizations and sponsors are listed by the organizer. Donations from the event are provided to The Festival Foundation. The listed event location is 123 E. Eleventh St., Traverse City, MI 49684. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.