Place
552 Smithbridge Road
Glen Mills, PA US 19342
Race Contact Info
Description
Join us for the 2024 Garnet Valley Turkey Trot 5k & 1 Mile this Thanksgiving morning!
All participants in the 5k AND 1 Mile will receive a long sleeve tee, race bib, and a MEDAL!
BEST DRESSED TURKEYS!
A special Turkey Day prize will be awarded to the best dressed group, adult turkey & kid turkey!
5K Monetary Awards
Cash prizes will be awarded to the top 3 overall 5k male and female finishers.
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1st Place - $250
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2nd Place - $100
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3rd Place - $50
Packet Pick Up
(3) Packet Pickup options will be offered for runners to get their t-shirt(s) & race bib(s) BEFORE race day. Medals will
be awarded at the completion of the 5k & 1 mile.
Pickup Dates & Times:
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Monday November 25th, 2024; 8:30AM - 6:00PM
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Tuesday, November 26th, 2024; 8:30AM - 6:00PM
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Wednesday, November 27th, 2024; 8:00AM - 4:00PM
Pickup Address:
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Chadds Ford West 602 Chadds Ford Dr, Suite 300 Chadds Ford, PA 19317
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3rd floor
Pickup Details:
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Please try to make it to one of the Packet Pickups. This will help cut down the line on race day and save you the hassle of doing it the day-of the event. We want to make sure you can get to your start line on time!
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You are able to pick up for friends and family, just tell us their last name.
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If you cannot attend any of the Packet Pickups, please ask a friend or family if they can collect your items at the Pickup or come early the day of the event to collect your items at the registration area.
Day of Check-in/Registration
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Please register online prior to race day.
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ALL REGISTRATIONS are online. NO CASH!
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Day-of registrations will be accepted until 11/28/2024 9AM!
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The check-in/registration table on-site opens at 7:30AM.
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Please register online prior to your arrival or on your phone while you are in the check-in line via RunSignup. Thank you!!
Weather
**This is a rain/snow or shine event! Please dress appropriately!**
Healthy Kids Running Series
All proceeds benefit Healthy Kids Running Series whose mission is to engage communities and families by providing an inclusive youth running experience, inspiring kids to believe in themselves and lead an active healthy lifestyle.
https://healthykidsrunningseries.org/
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Volunteers Needed!
Volunteer opportunities are available for one or all of the races. High school and college students, we are happy to sign for service hours or provide letters of reference. Sign up to be a volunteer HERE!
For more information, please email 5k@healthykidsrunningseries.org.
Race Day Map 5K Course
Race Day Map 1 Mile Course
Parking!
Please reference the map attached to see where to park on Race Day! After 8:30AM you will NOT be permitted to enter the GV High School entrance off of Smithbridge road by the tennis courts.
After 8:30AM you will have to come in through the side entrance off of Bethel Road next to Valley Point Church. You will still be able to park after 8:30AM if you come through the side entrance, or you may choose to park at the other highlighted areas.
If you are coming down Smithbridge road, passing the Concord Township Park and Rachel Kohl library on your left, you will be able to make a right onto Bethel Road and go to the side entrance that way and access the other parking areas.
Sponsorship
Many sponsorship opportunities are available. If you own a business or know someone who does, this is a great way to make a difference in the community! For more information, please email the race director at 5k@healthykidsrunningseries.org.
New to 5Ks?
If you're new to 5Ks, or it's been awhile, follow this link for a training program to prepare for the event!
Directions
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