The 17th Annual Durham Academy Turkey Trot

Registration and Event Details:

Gobble 'Til You Wobble! The turkeys are back for Durham Academy's 17th Annual Turkey Trot! Join us at the Upper School campus for a 5K, 1 Mile, and Fun Run on Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026. This in-person event includes a competitive 5K (open to runners and walkers of all ages), the Middle School Mile, and a Fun Run for trotters in grades PK-4! Our 5K is USA Track & Field-certified with chip timing for immediate results. Friends, family and members of the Durham Academy community are encouraged to join us for a morning of exercise, food truck treats, and field activities!

* There will be same day registration, but please register in advance for a stress-free experience on race day, and to guarantee your T-shirt!

* Prizes will be awarded for division top runners.

* Please leave your four-legged friends at home. 

Want a Turkey Trot t-shirt? Registrants prior to Wednesday, October 28th will receive a t-shirt which is included as part of the race fee for 5k participants. Middle School Mile and Fun Run participants can purchase a t-shirt for a fee as long registration is done BEFORE the 28th. 

Turkey Trot 5K, Middle School Mile and Fun Run Timeline: Saturday, November 14, 2026

• 9 a.m.: Meet at the Upper School athletic fields for bounce houses, food trucks, a photo booth, and games
• 10 a.m.: 5K race start time, meet in front of the Lower School
• 10:40 a.m.: Middle School Mile on the Upper School track (new for 2026!)
• 11 a.m.: Fun Run - kids grades PK-4th are divided into grade-level heats on the Upper School track for the chance to catch the “turkey” before it makes it around the track 
• Until 12 p.m. closing: Enjoy food trucks and field activities for the whole family

Please consider volunteering at the event--volunteer shifts are available before and after the 5K and help make this event fun for all! Sign up here.

We hope to see you there, and we can't wait to see who catches those turkeys! 

Banner photo credit: Kent Lee