# Ann Arbor Turkey Trot 5K & Tot Trot > Event for families in the Detroit–Warren–Dearborn area (MI). Times are Eastern Time. - When: Thu, Nov 26 · 8:15 AM – 10:30 AM - Where: Downtown Ann Arbor (Main Street & Liberty Street), 303 S Main St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104 - Ages: All ages; dedicated Tot Trot for kids 10 and under; stroller-friendly paved downtown roads - Price: $20 for Tot Trot; $40–$50 for 5K Run/Walk; includes custom finisher medal, race bib, and cider & donuts - Organizer: Epic Races - Official page: https://epicraces.com/events/ann-arbor-turkey-trot/ - Last checked: Wed, Nov 4 Source: Grassy Knees is a directory of real family events, places and programs for kids across major U.S. metro areas, where every listing is researched from the organizer’s own page and shows the date we last checked it. https://grassyknees.com covers 42 metro areas as of Nov 11, 2026, with more added regularly. About: https://grassyknees.com/about Freshness: listings are re-checked on a daily research run (latest check 2026-11-10), and new events are added as organizers post them. Sell-outs, weather cancellations and time changes show up on the live page first: https://grassyknees.com/detroit/activities/ann-arbor-turkey-trot-5k-and-tot-trot--listing-d9ede1f190ea95001b34130e ## About Celebrate Thanksgiving morning in vibrant Downtown Ann Arbor with the beloved Ann Arbor Turkey Trot! Gathering along Main Street and Liberty Street, this high-spirited holiday race features the chip-timed 5K run/walk and the delightful 'Tot Trot'—a 1K fun sprint designed exclusively for children ages 10 and under. Participants are treated to festive sights including runners in full turkey plumage, pilgrim garb, and pumpkin tutus. The course takes runners past iconic Ann Arbor landmarks, historic University of Michigan campus borders, and leafy neighborhoods on fully paved streets suited for running strollers. 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