Hey there, turkey trotters and gravy guzzlers! Are you ready to earn your pumpkin pie this Thanksgiving? Well, lace up those sneakers and waddle over to the Ann Arbor Turkey Trot on
November 28, 2024. This feather-filled festivity is just a
20-mile drive east of Northville, Michigan, making it the perfect pre-feast warm-up for all you Michiganders looking to burn calories before the big stuff-a-thon.
A Cornucopia of Turkey Day Fun
This isn't your average jog around the block, folks. The Ann Arbor Turkey Trot is a full-blown holiday extravaganza that'll have you gobbling with glee. From costume contests to age group awards, this event has more trimmings than your grandma's turkey.
Let's talk turkey about what you can expect:
- A 5K run/walk for those who want to really work up an appetite
- A Tot Trot 1K for the little drumsticks in your family
- Hot chocolate and cookies at the finish line (because who doesn't need more sugar on Thanksgiving?)
- Photo ops with Turkey Tom and Santa (talk about an odd couple)
- Costume and age group awards (time to dust off that pilgrim outfit)
Trot for a Cause
Before you start thinking this is just about running off those extra helpings of mashed potatoes, let me tell you—there's a heartwarming side to this turkey tale. Ann Arbor Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot proudly supports the ChadTough Foundation this year.
A portion of all entry fees will go to this worthy cause, and you can even make additional donations with your race registration. So, you can feel good about stuffing your face later, knowing you've helped stuff the coffers of a great charity.
The Tot Trot: For the Little Gobblers
Got some little turkeys in tow? The Tot Trot 1K is perfect for the pint-sized pilgrims in your life. Watch as they wobble to the finish line, fueled by the promise of cookies and the thrill of outrunning their parents (for once).
Dress to Impress (or at Least Amuse)
Listen up, fashion-forward fowls! This is your chance to strut your stuff in your best Thanksgiving attire. Whether you're going full turkey, dressing up as a giant slice of pumpkin pie, or channeling your inner pilgrim, the costume contest is your time to shine. Just remember, running in a full turkey suit might not be the most aerodynamic choice - but it'll certainly get you some laughs.
Age Group Awards: Because Everyone's a Spring Chicken at Heart
Think you're too old to compete? Think again! The Ann Arbor Turkey Trot offers age group awards, giving everyone from spry youngsters to seasoned stuffing connoisseurs a chance to take home some hardware. Who knows? You might just discover you're the fastest turkey in your age bracket.
Post-Trot Treats
After you've crossed the finish line and caught your breath, reward yourself with some well-deserved treats. Hot chocolate and cookies await you, providing the perfect mix of warmth and sugar to kickstart your Thanksgiving feast. And let's be honest, you've earned it after all that trotting.
Picture Perfect Moments
Before you head home to baste the bird, don't forget to snap a pic with the stars of the show - Turkey Tom and Santa. Not every day you see these two hanging out together, so seize the moment. Who knows? It might just become your new favorite holiday card photo.
Join the Flock
So, what are you waiting for? Grab your running shoes, your sense of humor, and maybe a pair of stretchy pants (you know, for later), and sign up for the Ann Arbor Turkey Trot. It's the perfect way to start your Thanksgiving Day with a bang - or, should we say, a gobble.
Remember, this fantastic fowl fest is featured in our
Thanksgiving Guide 2024, so you know it will be good. Don't be a turkey - join the fun and make some memories before you slip into that inevitable food coma. See you at the starting line, you magnificent birds!
Sources: theturkeytrot.com, Ann Arbor Turkey Trot - Thanksgiving Day Facebook Page
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