Events
Eagle 5000 Turkey Trot
Eagle 5000 Turkey Trot Canceled for 2025
New Date: 11/21/2026
Unfortunately the Eagle 5000 Turkey Trot race, originally scheduled for November 21, 2025 has been canceled and rescheduled for 2026!
We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and hope you will join us in 2026 Full refunds or deferrals will be granted up request. Please select your preference below or email us at eagle5000turkeytrot@gmail.com with your preference.
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Place
Alexandria, VA US 22310
Description
The Eagle 5000 Turkey Trot is a new race that puts a twist on the traditional Thanksgiving turkey trot. Entrants will run a full 5k on the track with athletes racing in heats based on their predicted finishing times.
This event will be held on November 21st, 2026 on the track at Thomas Edison High School in Alexandria, VA. The race is in-person, rain or shine.
This event is all about bringing our community together to help raise money for the Thomas Edison Cross Country and Track and Field programs. Register yourself and bring along your family, friends, and communities to participate in our track turkey trot!
Heats
Heat Finishing Time
Heat 1 25:00 - 55:00
Heat 2 23:00 - 24:59
Heat 3 21:00 - 22:59
Heat 4 19:40 - 20:59
Heat 5 18:45 - 19:39
Heat 6 18:00 - 18:44
Heat 7 16:45 - 17:59
Heat 8 16:00 - 16:44
Heat 9 14:30 - 15:59
Packet Pickup
Packet pick up will be at Edison High School, November 20th from 5:30 - 7:30 pm, then again on race day starting at 5:30 PM.
Awards
Awards will be given to Overall top three male and female finishers in each heat.
Parking
Parking will be onsite and Edison High School. However, parking is limited, so please plan to arrive early to get a spot.
Race Contact Info
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