Get ready to shake your tail feathers at the 19th Annual Thanksgiving Day Trot Against Poverty 5K, the Treasure Coast’s largest and most spirited Thanksgiving tradition! Whether you're chasing a personal best, enjoying a leisurely jog, or gathering the family for a festive walk, this event welcomes all ages and paces. Join thousands of trotters and don’t miss a photo with Turkey Tom, our iconic 25-foot inflatable turkey! Every step you take supports United Against Poverty, helping local families build brighter, more stable futures. Start your Thanksgiving with purpose, energy, and community and make it a tradition worth running back to. PACKET PICKUP: Pre-race Packet Pickup will take place on Tuesday (11/24) and Wednesday (11/25) from 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM at United Against Poverty's IRC Campus (1400 27th St Vero Beach, FL 32960) CLICK HERE FOR DIRECTIONS RACE T-SHIRT: The much coveted Trot Race Shirts will be available to the first 1,800 registrants. Don't wait, sign up early! AWARDS: Ov
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19th Annual Trot Against Poverty 5K 2026 — Vero Beach, FL
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for November 26.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Vero Beach, FL.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
