# Tidewater Striders Turkey Trot 10K, Mile and Toddler Trot

> Event for families in the Virginia Beach–Chesapeake–Norfolk area (VA / NC). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Thu, Nov 26 · 8:00 AM – 10:45 AM
- Where: Mt. Trashmore YMCA, 4441 South Blvd, Virginia Beach, VA 23452
- Ages: Toddler Trot open to ages 1 - 6; mile and 10K for all abilities; runners 22 and under save $8
- Price: Toddler Turkey Trot $0; Mile $20 (rises after Nov 22); 10K $45 (rises after Nov 1)
- Organizer: Tidewater Striders
- Official page: https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=50695
- Last checked: Sat, Oct 24

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## About

The Tidewater Striders' long-running Thanksgiving morning race starts and finishes at the Mt. Trashmore YMCA in Virginia Beach, and the club bills it as a quality running event for families and runners of all abilities. Families can choose from several distances. The free Toddler Turkey Trot is a 50-yard dash for ages 1 to 6 at 8 am. The 1-mile run starts at 8:15 am and suits school-age kids running with a parent. The 10K and a competitive walk start at 9 am, and there is a push-rim and hand-crank wheelchair 10K. Runners 22 and under save $8 on entry. Packet pickup is at the YMCA. Proceeds go to the Tidewater Striders scholarship fund. Toddler spots are limited, so register early online.

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