About the race
The St. Joseph Turkey Chaser 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run benefits the St. Joseph School Home and School Association (HASA).
As a parent-led organization, HASA supports educational programs, school improvements, family events, and activities that enrich student life throughout the year.
Proceeds from this event help fund initiatives that enhance the educational experience for all St. Joseph School students.
Race day schedule
- 8:00 AM - Same day registration/packet pickup
- 8:45 AM - Pre-race warm up
- 9:00 AM - Start of 5K (runners first, followed by walkers)
- 9:15 AM - Start of 1 Mile Fun Run
- 10:00 AM - Awards and post-race celebration
- 10:00-11:00 - Post-race celebration
Awards and recognition
- 5K awards: Medals will be awarded to the top finishers in each age group category.
- 1 Mile Fun Run awards: Medals will be awarded to the top 3 finishers.
- Best Dressed Turkey Contest: Show off your Thanksgiving spirit for a chance to win gift cards and bragging rights as one of our best-dressed participants.
What is included
- Entry into the St. Joseph Turkey Chaser 5K or 1 Mile Fun Run
- Finisher medal for all registered participants
- Race-day goodie bag with giveaways and sponsor items
- Official chip-timed results for 5K participants
- Eligibility for race awards and contests
- Access to the post-race celebration and refreshments
- The opportunity to support St. Joseph School and HASA programs
Every participant will receive a finisher medal that is different from the winner and age group award medals.
Cancellation policy
There are no refunds for the SJS Race for Education.
Applies if you cancel your own registration. Cancellations and refunds are the organiser's responsibility and are processed by them. Endurace helps where it can, but cannot guarantee a refund.
The course
1 Mile5 km
Event information
- 5K race: This is a timed event with official race results and awards.
- 1 Mile Fun Run: This is an untimed event. Awards may be presented based on the order participants cross the finish line; official timing and race results will not be recorded.
Rain or shine
This is a rain or shine event; refunds will not be available for weather-related or other reasons.
Race weekend schedule
8:00 AM
Same day registration/packet pickup
9:00 AM
Start of 5K (runners first, followed by walkers)
9:15 AM
Start of 1 Mile Fun Run
10:00 AM
Awards and post-race celebration
10:00-11:00
Post-race celebration
Location
City insight: Kingsville
Kingsville is a semi-rural, unincorporated community in Baltimore County, Maryland, bounded by the Little and Big Gunpowder Falls rivers, which join to form the Gunpowder River. Summers are hot and humid and winters are cold, so spring and autumn are the best seasons to race.
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