Troy Turkey Trot happening today

TROY, N.Y. – Mayor Carmella Mantello issued several reminders to individuals visiting the City of Troy for the 77th running of the Troy Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 28.

“Our event brings together more than 7,000 runners and walkers from 37 states, Puerto Rico, Canada, Germany, the United Kingdom, Anguilla, and Australia, along with over 10,000 spectators, to celebrate the beauty of our historic downtown and neighborhoods as we kick off the holiday season,” said Troy Mayor Carmella Mantello. “With the cooperation of runners, spectators, and residents, we can ensure a fun, safe event for everyone. I look forward to welcoming everyone to Troy on Thanksgiving morning to celebrate family, community, and health.”

“We encourage all participants to support our community’s most vulnerable members by donating to the Trot’s two main charities: the Regional Food Bank and Joseph’s House & Shelter,” said George Regan, Event Director of the Troy Turkey Trot. “Just $1 helps provide four meals for hungry families. It can also provide warm shelter to homeless men, women, and children in Rensselaer County.”

Registration:
• Registration for all events is now available online through race morning at TroyTurkeyTrot.com.
• Participants can pick up their runner’s bib and t-shirt at LaSalle Institute in Troy (174 Williams Rd, North Greenbush) on Wednesday, Nov. 27, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Last chance in-person registration/bib and t-shirt pickup will occur Thanksgiving morning from 6:30 a.m. in the Troy Atrium. Participants can register for all events up to 15 minutes before the start of each event.

Event Start Times:
• 10K (8 a.m.) — Day of registration closes at 7:45 a.m.
• Grade School Mile (9:30 a.m.) — The day of registration closes at 9:15 a.m.
• Turkey Walk (9:35 a.m.) — Day of registration closes at 9:20 a.m.
• 5K (10 a.m.) — Day of registration closes at 9:45 a.m.

Race Day Weather Forecast:
Forecasters are predicting rain with highs near 40 degrees.

5K Warm-Up:
For those looking to stretch their muscles before the 5K starts at 10 a.m., Choice Physical Therapy will offer a warm-up session at the back of the start line on Broadway and 4th at 9:20 a.m.

Event Parking:
Free event parking is available at several Front and River Street parking lots. A comprehensive map of Troy parking lots can be found here.

Donations to Charities:
Funds raised during registration benefit Troy Turkey Trot’s two primary charities, the Regional Food Bank and Joseph’s House and Shelter, Inc. With the public’s support, the event hopes to raise as much as $25,000 to help feed hungry families and provide warm shelter to homeless men, women, and children. Participants are also asked to bring a non-perishable item to donate to the Regional Food Bank. See the attachment showing the most needed items.

Costume Contest:
There will be a costume contest with two categories: Most Unique and Best Thanksgiving Day costumes. $350 is up for grabs! Register at the O Snap photo booth in the Costume Contest Area on the first floor of the Troy Atrium (4 Third St.) from 6:30 to 10:30 a.m. A rep will help with entry forms, take your photo, and display it on the Trot’s bulletin board. Entries will be posted on the event’s Facebook page for fan voting—cash prizes: $100 for first, $50 for second, and $25 for third. Winners will be announced the week of Dec. 2. For more information, visit their website.