by Laura
Now that the Election is over, the bird is the word and we can turn our thoughts to Thanksgiving! And, what better way to prep for your Thanksgiving meal than to burn some calories in advance at the family-friendly Seattle Turkey Trot.
The Thanksgiving-themed 5K fun-run/walk takes place in Ballard, but draws participants from all over Seattle with proceeds benefitting the Ballard Food Bank. Last year, over 2,000 people did the Turkey Trot, raising more than $38,000 for the Ballard Food Bank. Even more trotters are expected this year and the $25 early-bird registration is a sweet deal available through Tuesday, November 13th. Registrations received after Tuesday will run $30 up to day of the Trot.
The Seattle Turkey Trot was started by Ballardites Erin Fortier, Matt Ramme, and John O’Brien – with Erin sharing a family tradition with Seattle: “In my family it was a tradition to go for a run on Thanksgiving morning. It was a way to spend time with family on the holidays and feel better about all the food we’d be eating for the rest of the day.”
So, are you looking for a fun pre-Thanksgiving feast event? Then run or walk the Turkey Trot, raise money for the Ballard Food Bank, and get a free T-shirt! Plus, dogs are welcome – see FAQ for rules on bringing you pup, as well as how to get your T-shirt (it’s strongly advised that you pick up your shirt the day prior as it’s a first-come, first-served situation).
Key Details: What: 6th Annual Seattle Turkey Trot 5K fun-run or walk, When: Thanksgiving, Nov 22, 9am Where: Ballard – starts at 32nd Ave NW and NW 85th St, ends at Golden Gardens Cost: $25 Early Registration by Nov 13th; $30 registration post-Nov 13th Notes: All proceeds benefit the Ballard Food Bank