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WMU Turkey Trot

November 21, 2026
WMU Student Recreation Center
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Information

About This Event

The WMU Turkey Trot continues its annual tradition this year!  You can run your race with everyone at WMU and enjoy the early Thanksgiving tradition!

Live Event
  • The in-person race begins Saturday, Nov. 21, at 8:30 a.m.
  • Registration will close at 1,000 participants
  • Two options for registration -
    • Just the Race (no shirt) - $30.00
    • Race + Dri-Fit Race Shirt - $45.00
      • Dri-Fit Race Shirts 2XL and 3XL are an additional $2.50 for the larger sizing.
    • Options will be selected during the registration process.
  • Race shirts are limited! This year we’ve ordered a set number of Turkey Trot shirts in each size, and once a size is gone, it’s gone. You’ll see how many shirts remain in each size when you register. If your size is sold out, you can still register for the race; you just won’t be able to add a shirt. Want one? Register early to lock in your size!

Packet Pickup Times
  • Participants that choose the packet pick-up option will be able to pick up their items on Friday, Nov. 20, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00  p.m.
  • Dates and times are subject to change.
  • The packet pick-up will be in the WMU Student Recreation Center - Indoor Tennis Courts.
Online Registration
  • Online Regular Registration - Deadline Nov. 19, 11:59 p.m. EST ($30.00 Race Fee)
  • Online Late Registration - Nov. 20 and Nov. 21 ($35.00 Race Fee)
  • Register by Oct. 29 to guarantee your shirt size!
  • Any registrations submitted after Oct. 29 will not be guaranteed their shirt size.
    Two options for registration:
    • Just the Race (No Shirt) - $30.00
    • All the Swag (Dri-Fit Race Shirt)- $45.00
    • Dri-Fit Race Shirts 2XL and 3XL are an additional $2.50 for the larger sizing.
    • Options will be completed during the registration process
Mail-In Registration
  • No mail-in registrations - Online registrations only for 2026.
In-Person Registration
  • In-Person Registrations will be accepted up until Nov. 21 at 8:15 a.m. only if spots are still available.

Awards

  • Overall Top Male Run Division
  • Overall Top Female Run Division
  • Overall Top Male Walk Division
  • Overall Top Female Walk Division
  • Costume Contest
2026 Turkey Trot Race Map

Location

WMU Student Recreation Center
1640 Ring Road South
Student Recreation Center
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US View Location on Map

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