Race Information
Race Day Schedule
8:20 AM - Children's Fun Run
9:00 AM - 5k Run
9:45 AM - Awards
10:10 AM - Raffle Awards
Packet Pickup
We have two convenient options for you to grab your bib and race swag. Please note that both pickup sessions will take place at the Carpenter Trout building at Biemsderfer Stadium, right in the heart of the race day action.
⏰ Early Packet Pickup
Date: Wednesday, Nov 25, 2026
Time: 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Location: Carpenter Trout building at Biemesderfer Stadium
Pro Tip! Participants are encouraged to pick up their packet in advance to avoid race morning lines
🦃 Race Day Packet Pickup
Thanksgiving Morning
Date: Wednesday, Nov 25, 2026
Time: 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM
Location: Carpenter Trout building at Biemesderfer Stadium
7:30 AM – 8:30 AM
5K Course Map
Parking and Directions
Allow plenty of time to park, pick up your bib, and make your way to Biemesderfer Stadium.
Use the numbered parking map above and the links below for turn-by-turn directions directly to each parking area.
🚗 Park Here to Leave Early
These lots provide easier access out of campus following the race.
5 — Ann St Lot
22 W Frederick St, Millersville, PA 17551
4 — Parking Lot
3 — Parking Lot
🅿️ Recommended Parking
These lots provide convenient access to the race-day area.
2 — Parking Lot
1 — Parking Lot
Awards
The Millersville Turkey Trot recognizes outstanding performances across a wide range of age groups while celebrating participants of all ages and abilities. Over $1,000 in prizes to be handed out!
🏆Overall Awards
Card (ex. Visa) awards will be presented to the top overall male and female finishers:
🥇1st Overall Male/Female - $100
🥈2nd Overall Male/Female - $60
🥉3rd Overall Male/Female - $50
🏆Age Group Awards
Non-monetary awards will be presented to the top 3 male and female finishers in each age group.
11 & Under
12–14
15–18
19–24
25–29
30–34
35–39
40–44
45–49
50–54
55–59
60–69
70–79
80+
⏱️ Awards Ceremony
Awards will be presented following the completion of the race.
Participants are encouraged to remain after finishing to celebrate fellow runners, enjoy the Thanksgiving atmosphere, and participate in raffle giveaways.
🎁 Random Prize Drawings
Stick around after the race for your chance to win!
Drawing begins at 10:10 AM
Open to all 5K participants
Must be present to win
Over $600 in prizes will be awarded
Prizes include:
🎁 Gift Cards
👕 Apparel
🥧 Pumpkin Pies
And more!
🥫 Special Prize Drawing for Food Donors
Help support our community while participating in the Turkey Trot!
Participants who donate non-perishable food items will be entered into a special prize drawing held on race morning.
🥫 One entry for participants who donate food
🎟️ Exclusive drawing for food donors
Must be present to win
Thank you for helping make a difference this Thanksgiving season!
⚠️Award Pickup
Awards will be distributed on race day following the event.
Awards will not be mailed. Participants must be present or make arrangements for someone to pick up their award on race day 11 am. Awards not picked picked up by 11am on race day will be donated to local charities