Join us on Thanksgiving morning at Harpers Mill for the inaugural Turkey Trot 5K Run & Walk! This community-oriented race is designed to bring families and friends together before enjoying your holiday feast. Whether you're running, walking, or pushing a stroller, all ages are welcome to participate in this festive event. The first 50 registrants will receive an official Harpers Mill Turkey Trot 5K t-shirt as part of our early bird offer, so sign up soon to secure yours and be among the inaugural participants. The race starts at 8:30 AM sharp from The Clubhouse at Harpers Mill on Pullman Lane. Participants are encouraged to dress up in turkey costumes or other Thanksgiving-themed outfits for a fun-filled morning. Whether you're aiming for a personal best, walking with loved ones, or cheering from the sidelines, everyone is welcome to join and celebrate together. The race will proceed regardless of weather conditions, but severe storms may result in rescheduling for Friday or Saturday following Thanksgiving. Early bib pickup can be done at Lucky Road before the event day if needed. Be a part of this exciting new tradition that aims not only to promote fitness within our community but also to foster connections among neighbors and friends. The Harpers Mill Turkey Trot is about more than just running—it's an opportunity for everyone to come together in celebration. We are excited to partner with local businesses interested in supporting the event through various levels of sponsorship, from monetary donations to providing goods or services on race day. Each sponsor will receive recognition including logo placement and social media shoutouts. Ready to get involved? For more information or to inquire about partnering opportunities, please contact Josh McNear via our Contact Race Director button. We hope you'll join us for a memorable morning of fun and community spirit at the Harpers Mill Turkey Trot 5K. Run. Walk. Gobble! Have Fun!
Races Offered
Early Registration
Nov 26, 2026
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$25.00
Late Registration
Nov 26, 2026
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5K
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$35.00
Registration
Nov 26, 2026
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5K
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114 days remaining
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$30.00
Weather History
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for November in Chesterfield, Virginia.
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5.9° / 16.0°
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2.3° / 13.0°
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Avg sunshine hours
8h 14m
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Avg rainfall
1.3 mm
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Avg wind speed
10.7 km/h (Light breeze)
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Sweat loss rate
Low
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Course conditions
Firm and slightly soft
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Max UV Index
Low (2.0)
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Humidity
66.0%
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Sunrise
07:50
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Sunset
18:00
About Chesterfield, Virginia
Learn more about the host city, Chesterfield, Virginia.
Chesterfield Court House is an unincorporated community and former census-designated place that is the county seat of Chesterfield County, Virginia, United States. It was a census-designated place (CDP) at the 2000 census, but has not been delineated as a CDP since then. The Chesterfield County Courthouse and Courthouse Square are listed in the National Register of Historic Places. The area is also home of the Chesterfield County Government Complex.