West Hill Turkey Trot 2026 — Schenectady, NY

where you can run up Terrace Rd, twice! Bib Pickup: 9:00 AM | Race Start: 10:00 AM Residents: Check the West Wind for a coupon code for free registration. Before you dive into mashed potatoes and pumpkin pie, lace up and join us for the First Annual West Hill Turkey Trot. This 2-lap course is a West Hill original, featuring 165 feet of climbing per lap (yep, that means 330 feet total) with a signature climb up Terrace Road that’ll get your heart rate up faster than the turkey fryer. But don’t worry — what goes up must come down, and you’ll enjoy a fun, gradual descent on the back side of the loop. 📍 Start/Finish: Terrace Rd by the Activity Field 🎟 Registration: Opens at 9:00 AM 🏁 Race Start: 10:00 AM sharp 🐾 Strollers welcome | No dogs, please 🌤️The event will happen, rain or shine! 🏃 Event Options 5K Run (2 laps) 1 Lap Walk 💸 Entry Fee Free for West Hill residents (check the West Wind for your coupon code) $15 plus platform processing fees for non-residents. Register early, it increases to $20 on 11/1. This isn’t about setting a PR — it’s about conquering the hill, seeing your neighbors, and starting your holiday with fresh air and endorphins. Whether you're racing hard or taking it easy, we promise a casual, welcoming atmosphere and some good old-fashioned Thanksgiving morning fun. But also, if you're feeling competitive, we'll be doing awards for the top three overall and winner in each age group of the 5k. Ready to trot? Hit that registration button and be part of the very first West Hill Turkey Trot — the start of a new tradition.