Eva K Bowlby Library 5K Turkey Trot
About the race
The 10th Annual Eva K. Bowlby Library Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk and 1K Children's Fun Run.
The Eva K. Bowlby Public Library connects the community with opportunities to enrich lives through empowerment, lifelong learning, and recreation while opening windows to the world and inspiring exploration and achievement.
Event proceeds will provide needed support to meet the library's mission.
Age Groups
Childcare and refreshments
Free childcare is available with children's activities while parents run or walk in the 5K.
Light snacks and refreshments will be provided, along with other children's activities inside the library while parents run or walk in the race.
Race schedule
Saturday, November 21, 2026
- 9:00 - 1K Pet Walk (all pets must be on a leash)
- 9:15 - 1K Children's Fun Run (ages 1-12)
- 9:30 - 5K Walk
- 9:30 - 5K Run
T-shirts
T-shirts can be picked up on race day at the library.
- Shirts and sizes are guaranteed only if you register by 11/1/26.
- After 11/1/26, shirts are given while supplies last, and requested sizes are not guaranteed.
Virtual participation and donations
If you are unable to participate in the 5K Turkey Trot but would still like to donate, choose the "Donate" option and enter your donation amount.
If you cannot participate in person, or would like to participate virtually and want a T-shirt, select "Pardoned Turkey".
Awards and age groups
Awards will be given to the top 3 male and female 5K runners and 5K walkers in each age category. The award ceremony will be held immediately following the race at the Gazebo. Medals are also given to the top 3 in each age category in the 1K Children's Run.
5K run and walk age groups
1-14, 15-20, 21-30, 31-40, 41-50, 51-60, 61-70, 71 and over
1K Children's run age groups
1-4, 5-6, 7-8, 9-10, 11-12
Cancellation policy
Athletes can cancel their registration, but no refund is given.
Refunds are not allowed for this race.
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