Valparaiso Turkey Trot

The 2025 Valparaiso Turkey Trot is a holiday-running tradition in Valparaiso, Indiana, hosted by the Porter-Starke Services Foundation. The event features a 5K Walk/Run through the streets of Valparaiso that brings together families and friends to kick off Thanksgiving Day. Proceeds support behavioral and physical healthcare programs and services in Northwest Indiana.

The race is held entirely outside near Valparaiso High School, with road closures in the area on race day. All registered participants receive a custom finisher medal, and there are awards for Overall and Masters categories as well as multiple age-group divisions. Strollers are allowed; dogs are not. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.