The third annual Avon Turkey Trot is just around the corner and it’s not too late to register! The festivities take place on Thursday, November 27 in Harry A. Nottingham Park. The Town is once again offering 2K and 5K racecourse options and providing an occasion for the community to continue the annual Turkey Trot tradition on Thanksgiving morning.
Avon’s Turkey Trot race will be held on Thursday, November 27 and the races will start at 9:30 a.m., with check-in beginning at 8:30 a.m. The 2K racecourse will include a scenic run around Nottingham Lake, and the 5K racecourse will run through the park and along the Eagle Valley Trail and Riverfront Lane within the Town of Avon. A portion of the proceeds benefit YouthPower 365.
The 2K race pre-registration fee is $10 per person and the 5K pre-registration fee is $20 per person. Children who are 5-years old and under race for free! Prices will increase by $5 for day of registration. Participants can pre-register at AvonRec.org through the SmartRec software online registration portal. All participants will be required to sign a liability waiver which must be completed prior to race participation.
Free parking for participants will be available, first come, first served, at the Avon Recreation Center until 11:00 a.m. Additional information on Avon’s paid parking plan can be found here. Light refreshments, awards and raffle prizes will be available after the race. Race day costumes and Thanksgiving holiday flair are welcomed and encouraged!
