Turkey Trot 2025
The 17th Annual FishHawk Turkey Trot, 2025 was another AMAZING event!!
Check out some photos HERE!
This is a family tradition that fuels our community. Join us on Thanksgiving morning and help feed those in need.
Why We Trot
The Race That Feeds Our Neighbors
The FishHawk Turkey Trot isn’t just a race; it’s a powerful movement. For 17 years, our incredible community has come together on Thanksgiving morning to run, walk, and raise vital funds for Seeds of Hope. Every step you take and every dollar raised helps us make strides in alleviating local hunger in our area and helps provide meaningful community service hours for students!
Event Details
Your Guide to Race Day
Thanksgiving Day –
5668 FishHawk Crossing Blvd
Lithia, FL US 33547
Early Bird Pricing will be through November 23, 2024:
- 5k Timed $35 (8 am)
- 10K Timed $45 (8 am)
- 5k Untimed $30 (8:15 am)
- Fun Run – 1M $30 (9:15 am)
- 250 yd mini-run (for kids and kids at heart) $25 (9:15 am)
RACE DAY REGISTRATION:
will begin in the FishHawk Publix parking lot at 6:30 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 27th. Don’t be a late turkey: We encourage all participants to arrive an hour before their scheduled race! It’s the largest road race in our area so parking and waddling to the event may take some additional time.
EARLY PACKET PICKUP:
Wednesday, November 26th from 12:00pm to 7:00pm at the Palmetto Club: 17004 Dorman Rd, Lithia, FL 33547
RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP:
- 6:30 – 7:45am for “TIMED” 10K & 5K participants – timed races start at 8am
- 6:30-8:00am for “UNTIMED” 5K participants – untimed event starts at 8:15am
- 6:30-9:00am for FUN RUN & MINI-RUN – start time is 9:15am
Whether you’re a seasoned runner, a casual walker, or a family looking for a new holiday tradition, your participation makes a difference. Register today and make this Thanksgiving a day of purpose and fun.
Map of 5K Turkey Trot Course
Ready to find your way to the finish line? Take a look at the map and get excited! As you plan your route, know that your participation is a vital part of our mission. This race is what keeps Seeds of Hope running all year, allowing us to provide weekly food for hundreds of families and students. So grab your running shoes (and maybe a turkey costume!) and help us make this year’s race the most successful yet. We can’t wait to see you out there.
To learn more about the history of this annual Thanksgiving event, click here! Supporting Seeds of Hope, Inc. Nourishing Hope through Community Service
Join Our Circle of Hope
2025 Platinum Race Sponsors
2025 Gold Race Sponsors
Across from Newsome HS
2025 Silver Race Sponsors
Become a Sponsor
Are you interested in becoming a FishHawk Turkey Trot Race Sponsor?
If so, be sure to contact Millie Shikes, Sponsorship Director at sponsor@sohopefl.org or Kyra Friga, Sponsorship Coordinator at admin@sohopefl.org to learn about the benefits you can receive as a Sponsor!
Thank you once again for being a part of our special Turkey Trot Fundraiser! With 3,000 registered runners, we are thankful for a community that has supported our Seeds of Hope charity road race the FishHawk Turkey Trot for the past 16 years!
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