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Music City Turkey Trot

5K & 1 Mile

NOV 26, 2026
8:00 AM
NASHVILLE, TN

Registration

Trot with your flock and start your Thanksgiving holiday with the whole family at the Music City Turkey Trot starting and finishing at Nissan Stadium.

All ages and fitness levels are welcome. Every 5K & 1 Mile participant will receive a finisher’s medal & participant tee!

Registration is non-refundable and non-deferrable. You can transfer your registration to another distance or individual here.

5K

$50

1 Mile

$35

Doggie Dash

Did you know your furry companions can join in on the fun and earn their own medal, bib, and doggie bandana? Simply select the Doggie Dash add-on during registration, or any time after you register by logging into your Race Roster account, to run with your pup.

RUN WITH YOUR PUP
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Race Day

Information

Your official race guide will be emailed closer to race day. Until then, check out event details below!

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Schedule of Events

Packet Pickup

Nissan Stadium

7AM - 7:50AM

5K Start

Nissan Stadium

8AM

1 Mile Start

Nissan Stadium

8:10AM

Packet Pick-Up

All runners must visit Packet Pick-Up to collect their race number and t-shirt. We encourage runners to pick up their packets prior to race morning to avoid long waits and start delays. If you are unable to attend, you can have a family member or friend pick up for you. They must present your confirmation email and a copy of a valid proof of identification for the participant at check-in. Additional pickup is limited to 1 friend or family member.

Pre-Race

Pre-Race packet pickup details coming soon.

Race Day

Race day packet pickup coming soon.

Course Info

The Music City Turkey Trot will take place at Nissan Stadium!

Routes

Course may change or be rerouted due to city ordinances or at the discretion of the Nashville Police Department and the Nashville Department of Special Event Permits

2025 5K

2026 Routes Coming Soon

2025 1 Mile

2026 Routes Coming Soon

Start Times

5K

8AM

1 Mile

8:10AM

Start & Finish Lines

5K

Nissan Stadium

1 Mile

Nissan Stadium

Time Limits

5K

1 hour

Restrooms

Restrooms are located in the following areas on the course

Start/Finish Line

First Aid

The safety of our participants is our highest priority. We will offer first aid care during the event to treat any minor issues that hinder your participation in the event.

Start/Finish Line

Parking & Road Closures

2026 parking and road closure information is coming soon. View 2025 parking information below:

Access Directions

Please enter lot G&M via Woodland Street for lots that will be accessible at all times. Lot R will also be available for parking but will not be accessible during the 5K. Please see the map to the right. All other lots will be locked!

Road Closure Information

For runners and community members, you can find a full list of closures here.

Finisher Medal & Participant Shirt

All paid participants will receive a shirt when they pick up their packet and a medal as they cross the finish line. 2026 items coming soon.

Awards

The following categories will receive awards and must pick them up at the awards tent. You may only receive an award in one category. Awards cannot be mailed to you after the race.

COSTUME CONTEST

Top Three Costumes

OVERALL

Top Three Males and Females

YOUTH

(Age 14 and Under)

Top Three Males and Females

TEEN

(Age 15-19)

Top Three Males and Females

YOUNG ADULTS

(Age 20-29)

Top Three Males and Females

EARLY ADULTS

(Age 30-39)

Top Three Males and Females

MASTERS

(Age 40-49)

Top Three Males and Females

GRANDMASTERS

(Age 50-59)

Top Three Males and Females

SENIORS

(Age 60-69)

Top Three Males and Females

GRAND SENIORS

(Age 70-79)

Top Three Males and Females

GRANDEST SENIORS

(Age 80+)

Top Three Males and Females

FAQs

Where and when is packet pickup?

Packet pickup information is coming soon.

When does registration close?

Registration is open until packet pickup closes on race morning or the event has sold out.

Are dogs allowed?

Yes, this is a dog friendly event. Add on the doggie dash and your pup will get their own bib, medal, and a special bandana! Purchase the doggie dash here.

Can I walk? Is there a time limit?

Yes, you can walk. The 5k has a 1 hour time limit.

What is the age limit?

There is no age limit to participate.

How do I create or join a team? Is there a team discount?

Create a team 

  • Learn how to create a team during the registration process HERE

Join a team 

  • You will have the opportunity to join a team during the registration process. 
  • Learn how to join a team after the registration process HERE

There are no team discounts for this event. 

Will I get a medal?

All 5K & 1 Mile finishers will receive a medal. 

Can I transfer to another distance or to a friend?

Yes, you can transfer to another distance or to a friend HERE.

There is no fee for transferring to another distance, but the difference in cost between the two distances will be charged. There is a $5 fee for transferring to another individual.

Can I defer my registration or get a refund?

Your registration is non-refundable and non-deferrable.

Can someone pick my packet up for me?

Yes, individuals are able to pick up 1 additional packet. They will need the confirmation email and a copy of the ID of the individual they are picking up for.

Will there be race day packet pickup?

Yes, race day packet pickup will open 1 hour before race time on race morning. We highly recommend picking up your packet prior to race day to avoid the line.

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