United Way of the Eastern Panhandle Turkey Trot
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Event details
The United Way of the Eastern Panhandle Turkey Trot takes place on November 27, 2025, in Martinsburg, WV, at 3274 Hedgesville Rd on the property of James Rumsey Technical Institute. The event includes these distances and formats:
- 5K timed, open to all ages
- 5K non-timed, free for ages 13 and under (no shirt)
- Sweet Potato Sprint children’s fun run, under 1/4 mile, open to ages 10 and under
Early registration through November 10 offers a $30 fee with a long sleeve t-shirt. Registration after November 10 is $40 with no guarantee of a t-shirt. Race day registration is available at the venue for $40 with no guarantee of a t-shirt. Results for paying runners and walkers will be electronically timed by Insight Timing Services. Age group awards follow standard categories and overall top man and woman are excluded from age group recognition.
Course and policies
The 5K course uses trail, grass, and pavement. It is described as mostly flat with some gentle hills. The course has been updated since 2022 and is intended to be more stroller friendly. Strollers are welcome; dogs are permitted on a short leash with cleanup required. Donations for local backpack programs will be collected in the registration area and any event proceeds will support youth-focused initiatives. The event is scheduled to run rain or shine. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.