Pennsylvania · 5K
Chester County Turkey Trot
Chester County Turkey Trot is a 5K event held in Downingtown, Pennsylvania. Its next confirmed date is Thursday, November 26, 2026. About 47,150 runners take part across all distances.
- Race day
- November 26, 2026
- Location
- Downingtown, PA
- Field size
- ~47,150 runners
Race details
- Date
- Thursday, November 26, 2026
- Location
- Downingtown, Pennsylvania
- Distances
- 5K
- Field size
- About 47,150 runners
- Registration
- runsignup.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Open
- Start time
- 7:40 AM EST
About the Chester County Turkey Trot
The Chester County Turkey Trot is celebrating its 25th year and there's still nothing better than spending time with friends and family on Thanksgiving Day! We are excited to bring the community together once again for a fun social event and a great cause! Did you know that this race has helped to raise funds for childhood cancer research since 2012? Get a festive start to YOUR Thanksgiving morning at the Chester County Turkey Trot 5k Run/1mile Walk and help children facing a cancer diagnosis (…
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Chester County Turkey Trot: common questions
- When is the Chester County Turkey Trot?
- The next confirmed date is Thursday, November 26, 2026.
- Where is the Chester County Turkey Trot held?
- In Downingtown, Pennsylvania.
- What distances does the Chester County Turkey Trot offer?
- 5K.
- How many people run the Chester County Turkey Trot?
- About 47,150 runners across all of its distances. That figure is an estimate of the field size, not an entry cap.
- How do I register for the Chester County Turkey Trot?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Chester County Turkey Trot?
- Yes — registration is open. $35 (from runsignup.com, checked October 30, 2026).
- What time does the Chester County Turkey Trot start?
- 7:40 AM EST.
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