Vienna Turkey Trot 5K/10K and Fun Run

The James Madison High School Band will host the 24th Annual Vienna Turkey Trot 5K/10K and Fun Run. All proceeds benefit the JMHS "Pride of Vienna" Band and the Vienna Volunteer Fire Department. Join us for a great run and super music by our JMHS Band. Wear your best turkey and holiday gear, and enjoy race snacks and refreshments after the race.

Date: Sunday, November 22, 2026 (Sunday before Thanksgiving).
Location: Vienna Volunteer Fire Department, 400 Center Street South, Vienna, VA 22180.

Race times:
8:00 am: Kids Fun Run
8:30 am: 5K/10K

Fees:

• 5K run: $40 through October 21; $45 from October 22 through race day
• 10K run: $45 through October 21; $50 from October 22 until race day
• Kids' Fun Run: $20

Parents do not need to register to run with their children in the Fun Run, but they are welcome to do so. Note: Runners registering after 11/4/2026 are not guaranteed a T-shirt, but may check after the race to see if extra shirts are available.

Online registration remains open through race day, November 22 at 8:00 am, and all registrations must be done online.

Packet pickup:

• Friday, November 20, 2026, 5 PM to 8 PM: =PR= Vienna, 111 Maple Ave W, Vienna, VA
• Race day, Sunday, November 22, 2026, 7:00 am to 8:00 am: Vienna Volunteer Fire Department, 400 Center St, Vienna, VA (second floor)

Online race registration closes at 8:00 am on race day.

Awards: three deep for male and female winners in these age groups: 0-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+.

Runner instructions

• Start time and timing: To receive an official time for the 5K or 10K, you must start by 8:30 AM. The start line remains open for only 5 minutes after the official gun start, and runners who start late will not receive an official time.
• Important: If you arrive late, do not enter the finish line area unless you have completed your full race.

Race day arrival tips

• Arrive at least 30 minutes early to allow time for parking and walking to the start.
• Finish line etiquette: Keep moving through the finish chute. Do not stop or wait inside for friends or family, as this helps avoid congestion and keeps everyone safe.

10K participants: If you decide to change to the 5K, please do so before the race starts. Email [email protected] to make the distance change (ideally), make the change when you pick up your packet, or let the timers know before the race.

Timing chips (ChronoTrack B-Tag): Chips are attached to the back of your bib. To ensure accurate timing:

• Wear your bib on the front of your torso
• Don't fold, wrinkle, or modify your bib
• Pin it in all four corners
• Keep it visible (no jackets or belts covering it)
• Wear the correct bib assigned to you