Eagle 5000 Turkey Trot
Sat, Nov 21, 2026, 2:00 PM EST
- Distance
- 5K
- Type
- Run
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
Race feel
A unique Thanksgiving Turkey Trot on the track, featuring heat-based racing and supporting high school cross country and track programs.
- Fun
- Competitive
- Quirky
- Festive
- For a Cause
Fun
Competitive
Quirky
Festive
For a CauseThe Eagle 5000 Turkey Trot offers a unique take on the classic Thanksgiving race, inviting the community to run a 5k entirely on the track at Thomas Edison High School. Participants will race in heats organized by predicted finish times, fostering a spirited yet inclusive atmosphere. This event is a wonderful opportunity to gather with friends and family while supporting the Thomas Edison Cross Country and Track and Field programs. It's a chance to challenge yourself on the track and contribute to a great cause.
What to expect
- Run a full 5k on the track at Thomas Edison High School.
- Race in heats designed around predicted finish times.
- Support local high school cross country and track and field programs.
Standout details
- 5k run entirely on a track
- Heats based on predicted finish times
- Supports high school track programs
- Awards for top finishers in each heat
Summaries use public event text. Confirm schedule, fees, and rules on the official page before you sign up.
From the organizer
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.