# Alexandria Turkey Trot (Historic Del Ray 5-Miler)

> Event for families in the Washington–Arlington–Alexandria area (DC / VA / MD / WV). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Thu, Nov 26 · 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM
- Where: George Washington Middle School (Del Ray), 1005 Mt Vernon Ave, Alexandria, VA 22301
- Ages: All ages welcome; stroller-friendly and dog-friendly (dedicated starting corals behind runners)
- Price: $20 youth (12 & under); $35–$45 adults; participants also encouraged to bring canned goods for ALIVE!
- Organizer: DC Road Runners Club & Del Ray Business Association
- Official page: https://www.alexandriaturkeytrot.com/register
- Last checked: Wed, Nov 4

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## About

Tracing back nearly half a century, the Alexandria Turkey Trot is one of the oldest, largest, and most spirited Thanksgiving traditions in Northern Virginia. Starting and finishing at George Washington Middle School in the charming Del Ray neighborhood, more than 5,000 runners, walkers, strollers, and costumed participants fill Mount Vernon Avenue on Thanksgiving morning.

The flat, USATF-certified 5-mile course welcomes leashed dogs and strollers in dedicated waves behind the runners. Neighbors line the sidewalks banging pots and pans to cheer on racers, and participants are asked to bring non-perishable canned food donations to support ALIVE!, helping vulnerable Alexandria families during the holidays.

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