A holiday tradition since 2003, the Valparaiso Turkey Trot brings together families and friends from Indiana and beyond to kick off Thanksgiving Day. The race includes a 5K Walk/Run through the streets of Valparaiso, Indiana. Hosted by the Porter-Starke Services Foundation, event proceeds benefit behavioral and physical healthcare programs and services in Northwest Indiana.

Schedule
7:45 am - Road Closures Begin (Campbell St. directly in front of Valparaiso High School will close at 6:30 am - please see Road Closures below for more details)
8:00 am - 5K Race Starts
9:30 am - Roads open to traffic (Exception: Campbell Street in front of Valparaiso High School which will remain closed until 10AM)

The 2024 Valparaiso Turkey Trot is being held completely outside. There will be no access to the Valparaiso High School or Fieldhouse on race day morning.

Awards & Medals
All registered participants will receive a custom 2024 Valparaiso Turkey Trot Finisher Medal.
There will be awards for Overall Male/Female/Non-Binary and Overall Masters Male/Female/Non-Binary. Age groups are listed below:
Age Groups (1st through 3rd place will be awarded): 0-8, 9-12, 13-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+

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