Turkey Trot - Shreveport
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Sportspectrum Turkey Trot
The Sportspectrum Turkey Trot takes place on Thanksgiving morning, November 27, 2025, at Stoner Boat Launch in Shreveport, LA 71101. Event distances include:
- 3.1 mile run - starts and finishes at Stoner Boat Launch.
- 1/2 mile Fun Run - open to ages 1-10; includes a long sleeve race shirt.
Registration and logistics
Pre-registration for the 3.1 mile run is $24 through November 14, increases to $29 from November 15 to November 26, and is $35 on race morning. Fun run registration closes November 26 at 5:30 pm. Participants must register by 3:30 pm on November 13 to guarantee a t-shirt. Packet pick-up is available at Sportspectrum, 6970 Fern Ave., Shreveport: Saturday, November 22 (10:00 am to 5:30 pm), Monday November 24 through Wednesday November 26 (10:00 am to 6:00 pm), and on Thanksgiving morning at the race site.
Refunds are allowed as follows: 100% refund for cancellations more than 30 days before the race; 50% refund for cancellations between 30 days and two weeks before race day; no refunds less than two weeks before the race. Race entries may be transferred to another person at least two weeks before the race for a $10 transfer fee.
Course and awards
The three mile course uses the Clyde Fant Parkway north bound lane to a water stop, then returns on the road to the finish. Cutting across the grass to the bike path is not permitted. First place overall male and female receive a turkey; no trophies are awarded. Sponsors include Sportspectrum and the Food Bank of Northwest Louisiana. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.