About The Turkey Trot

Come Run With Us

Welcome to the DC Area's premiere Thanksgiving day race.

A few facts about the race:

5 beautiful flat and fast miles through the heart of Del Ray.
Family and dog friendly.
6000 participants.
Runners and walkers welcome.
Metro Accessible

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2022 Grand Marshal (s)

The Donley Family

In recognition of their service to the City of Alexandria, the Donley family has been selected as the Grand Marshals of the 47th Annual Alexandria Turkey Trot, in memory of former Alexandria Mayor Kerry Donley.

Kerry Donley’s decades of service included serving as a member of Alexandria City Council, Vice Mayor of Alexandria, Mayor of Alexandria, Chair of the Democratic Party of Virginia, and athletic director of Alexandria City High School. In 2021, he retired from his career in banking as Senior Vice President for John Marshall Bank. He is survived by his wife of over 40 years, Eva; five daughters; and five grandchildren, with one more on the way.

Elite Runners

Meet our field of Elite runners for this year.

November 23, 2023 | Alexandria, Virginia

Race Schedule

Sun-Mon-Tue Nov 19-21	Early Packet Pickup: Jack Taylor Toyota Pacers Running Old Town	2:00pm – 5:00pm
Wed 22th Nov	Wednesday Packet Pickup	6:00pm – 8:00pm

Thur 23rd Nov	Raceday Packet Pickup	7:30am – 8:45am
Thur 23rd Nov	Race Start	9:00am –
Thur 23rd Nov	Racecourse Closes	– 10:30am
Thur 23rd Nov	Award Ceremony	10:30am – 11:30am