Belle Plaine PTO Turkey Trot

2ND ANNUAL BELLE PLAINE PTO TURKEY TROT

Saturday, November 14, 2026 Belle Plaine High School Parking Lot (901 N Main, Belle Plaine, KS 67013)

RUN. WALK. DASH. SHOP. PLAY. STAY AWHILE!

We're back for YEAR TWO, and we're making the Belle Plaine PTO Turkey Trot bigger and better than ever!

Join us for a fun-filled day of running, walking, shopping, food, entertainment, and community spirit! Whether you're chasing a personal best, bringing the kids out for their first race, or simply coming to enjoy the festivities, there's something for EVERYONE!

This isn't just a race! We're turning the Belle Plaine High School parking lot into a community celebration featuring 30+ vendors, delicious food, bounce houses, activities, music, raffles, and MORE!

COMMUNITY FUN: Enjoy all the activities, entertainment, vendors, and excitement happening throughout the event!
MORE THAN JUST A RACE!

20+ VENDORS: Shop, explore, and support more than 20 vendors set up right in the parking lot! Discover local businesses, unique products, handmade items, and more.

FOOD & DRINKS: Come hungry! Enjoy breakfast burritos, protein balls, TURKEY LEGS,  fresh coffee, energy teas, and other delicious food and drink options that are available for purchase. 

BOUNCE HOUSES & KIDS' ACTIVITIES: Bring the kiddos! We'll have bounce houses, face painting, games, crafts, and plenty of activities to keep the little ones entertained.

MUSIC, RAFFLES & MORE: Enjoy music, check out our raffles, cheer on the runners, and spend time with friends and neighbors!

RACE OPTIONS & TIMES

5K RUN/WALK – $30 Start Time: 9:00 AM -- Whether you're chasing a personal record, competing for a top-three finish, or challenging yourself to cross that finish line, this is YOUR race!

1 MILE RUN/WALK – $20 Start Time: 10:00 AM -- Perfect for families, younger participants, and anyone looking for a shorter distance. Run it, walk it, or enjoy it together!

KIDS DASH (ages 10 and under) – $15 Start Time: 10:30 AM Calling all our LITTLE TURKEYS! Let the kids run, have fun, earn their medals, and celebrate their accomplishments! After the dash, stick around for BOUNCE HOUSES, face painting, games, crafts, and more!

SPECTATOR -- Not running? No problem! Come and cheer everyone on and enjoy all the other activities, vendors and food options!

WHAT DOES YOUR REGISTRATION INCLUDE?

OFFICIAL EVENT T-SHIRT: All race registrations and spectator registrations include an official 2026 Turkey Trot T-shirt when registered by October 31, 2026.

FINISHER MEDAL: EVERY race participant will receive a medal to celebrate their accomplishment!

PRIZES: Special prizes will be awarded to the TOP THREE finishers in each race!

5K RACE TIMING BY TIMERGUYS: Our 5K Participants will get disposable electronic timing chips for accurate individual race timing, display clocks and live online race results 

EVENT DAY DETAILS

Location: 901 N Main Belle Plaine KS 67013 - Belle Plaine High School Parking Lot Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026

8:00 AM – Check-in Begins  9:00 AM – 5K Run/Walk 10:00 AM – 1 Mile Run/Walk 10:30 AM – Kids Dash

Race start times are approximate and may vary depending on participation and when previous races finish.

IMPORTANT REGISTRATION INFORMATION

REGISTER BY OCTOBER 31 TO GUARANTEE YOUR EVENT T-SHIRT!

All race and spectator registrations include a T-shirt when registered by the October 31 deadline. Shirts and race tags will be provided at check-in. Every race participant will receive a medal, and prizes will be awarded to the top three finishers in each race.

RUN FOR A REASON. SUPPORT OUR SCHOOLS!

Every registration helps support the Belle Plaine PTO and our mission to create opportunities, provide resources, and support students and staff throughout our school district.

Your support doesn't have to end at the finish line! Shop with our vendors, purchase food from participating groups, enjoy the activities, and help us make this an incredible community event.

BRING A CHAIR. BRING YOUR FRIENDS. BRING YOUR FAMILY. STAY AWHILE!

We can't wait to see you at the starting line!

PLEASE NOTE: This event will take place rain or shine. No refunds will be issued due to weather or unforeseen circumstances.