Grand Rapids Public Schools Turkey Trot 5k

The Grand Rapids Public Schools Foundation and Grand Rapids Public Schools are excited to kick off the 34th Annual Grand Rapids Turkey Trot—West Michigan’s favorite Thanksgiving tradition! This family-friendly event features our signature 5K, an exciting new 10K, a new 1-Mile Family Walk, the beloved LMCU Mini Trot, and a virtual race option, with proceeds benefiting more than 5,000 GRPS student-athletes.

Each year, more than 6,500 runners, walkers, families, and volunteers gather in downtown Grand Rapids, making the Turkey Trot one of the largest Thanksgiving Day events in West Michigan. Participants will once again start and finish in front of Van Andel Arena, with festivities beginning at 8:00 a.m. with our inaugural 10K, followed by the LMCU Mini Trot for children ages 12 and under at 8:10 a.m. The morning continues with My Team Triumph, the community 5K Run/Walk, and concludes with our new 1-Mile Family Walk. Whether you’re chasing a personal best, pushing a rider across the finish line, enjoying a leisurely walk with loved ones, or cheering from the sidelines, there’s truly something for everyone.

The Turkey Trot is about more than crossing the finish line—it’s about giving back. Alongside the race, participants are encouraged to support our second annual Thanksgiving food drive, helping provide meals for local families during the holiday season. Together, we’re creating a healthier, stronger, and more connected community.

MORE INFO https://grpsf.org/get-involved/turkey-trot/