Turkey Trot includes both a FREE 1K Kids non-competitive fun run and a competitive 5K, professionally-timed race offered on Thanksgiving morning. All proceeds from the entry fees go towards our Annual Campaign. The Portage Township YMCA's mission is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind, and body for ALL. Our campaign helps provide financial assistance to individuals and families in our community. The money raised helps ensure our friends and neighbors have access to programs and services that provide food, shelter, chronic disease management, education, and physical activity. Registration Fees: Early Registration before Oct. 31 - $25 Registration from Nov. 1 - Nov. 25 - $35 On Site / Race Day Registration - $45 5K Race includes a *Long Sleeve event shirt and *Custom Finisher Medal Awards will be presented for each race as follows: Top Overall Male & Female, Top Masters Male & Female, Top 3 Male and Female in the following age groups: 4-7,8-10, 11-14,15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69 and 70 & up * free child watch is available during the race. Turkey Trot shirt is included in 5K race fee only. Shirts are guaranteed for registrants thru 11/1. - Packet Pickup is on November 25th from 2pm-7pm OR on race day beginning at 7AM - Race Day Timeline: 7am Day of Packet Pickup 7am Day of Registration 8am 1K Kids Run- Line up 7:50am 830am 5K Runners- Line up 8:20am; 5K Walkers and Strollers will start immediately following the runners 915am Awards
Course & Travel Notes
☀️ Typically 49°F / 34°F · 35% chance of rain
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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 Portage, IN.
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and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
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Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
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When is 26th Annual Turkey Trot – Portage Township YMCA 2026 — Portage, IN?
26th Annual Turkey Trot – Portage Township YMCA 2026 — Portage, IN takes place on November 26, 2026. The race is held in Portage, Indiana.
Where is 26th Annual Turkey Trot – Portage Township YMCA 2026 — Portage, IN held?
26th Annual Turkey Trot – Portage Township YMCA 2026 — Portage, IN is held at 3100 Willowcreek Road in Portage, Indiana.
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