Scranton Turkey Trot

Scranton Turkey Trot Race Information

<p> </p> <p><strong>Join Us for the 3rd Annual Scranton Turkey Trot!  </strong></p> <p> </p> <p>Kick off your Thanksgiving morning with family, fun, and a little fitness at our 5K Run and 1 Mile Fun Walk! The Scranton Turkey Trot brings the community together to move, laugh, and give thanks—because what better way to start the day than <strong>family, football, and a 5K</strong>?</p> <p>Whether this is your very first race or you&#39;re a seasoned runner, we welcome you with open wings! Let’s get huffin’ before the stuffin’! </p> <p> </p> <p><br /><strong>Event Details</strong></p> <p><strong>Start Time</strong>: 9:00 AM</p> <p>(Early enough to get you moving, but not late enough to miss the parade or the pies.)</p> <p><strong>Course:</strong> Scenic, mostly flat with a few rolling hills — and <strong>no street crossings!</strong></p> <p><strong>Post-Race Refreshments:</strong> Enjoy <strong>Dunkin’ Donuts Coffee</strong> and <strong>Apple Cider</strong> to warm up after the finish line.</p> <p> </p> <p><br /><strong>Giving Back</strong></p> <p>Proceeds from the event will be donated to the <strong>Nay Aug Park Association</strong> for the continued revitalization of the park in the name of the <strong>James “Red” McAndrew Foundation.</strong></p> <p>Red, a proud Hill Section native, often called Nay Aug Park a “diamond within the city,” and we’re honored to help preserve it.</p> <p>Over the past two years, <strong>nearly $20,000 has been donated to the Butterfly Playground</strong>, an all inclusive play space designed for children and adults of all abilities. </p> <p> </p> <p><br /><strong>Registration Information</strong></p> <p><strong>Kids 12 &amp; Under Run FREE!</strong></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Packet Pick Up:</strong></p> <p>  Wednesday, November 26th</p> <p>  2:00 – 5:00 PM</p> <p>  Scranton Running Company, 3 West Olive St., Scranton, PA 18508</p> <p><strong>Race Day Registration &amp; Packet Pick Up:</strong></p> <p>  7:30 – 8:45 AM</p> <p>  Nay Aug Park</p> <p> </p> <p><br /><strong>Race Location</strong></p> <p><strong>Start:</strong> In front of the Community Room (old pool concession stand)</p> <p><strong>Finish:</strong> Schimelfenig Pavilion parking lot</p> <p><strong>Entrance:</strong> Olive St., Nay Aug Park</p> <p> </p> <p><br /><strong>Awards</strong></p> <p>  Trophies for Top Overall <strong>Male &amp; Female Finishers</strong></p> <p>  Age Group Awards (Male &amp; Female):</p> <p>    •    0–19</p> <p>    •    20–29</p> <p>    •    30–39</p> <p>    •    40–49</p> <p>    •    50–59</p> <p>    •    60&#43;</p> <p> </p> <p><br /><strong>  Race T-Shirts Guaranteed for the First 250 Pre-Registered Participants!</strong></p> <p> </p> <p><br />We can’t wait to see you—costumes encouraged, turkey hats welcome, gobbling optional.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Race Organizers:</strong> Julia &amp; Matt McAndrew</p> <p> </p>