Catch that Turkey 5k
Catch that Turkey 5k is a running race on November 29, 2026 in Bar Harbor, ME, with an entry fee of $25.
- Date
- November 29, 2026 (75 days to go)
- Location
- 21 Park St, Bar Harbor, ME
- Price
- $25
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Can you Finish before the Turkey?!
A YMCA Staff member, dressed as a Turkey, will also be entered in our race and given a slight head start. Catch the Turkey and be entered into the grand prize raffle. Who will be the Turkey this year?
Anyone who beats the Turkey will have their name entered into our raffle for one of Bartlett Bakery's delicious creations!
Walkers are encouraged to participate!
Number pickup and Day of Registration will be on Sunday, November 29 from 8:00-8:45am at the Mount Desert Island YMCA.
This race is capped at 150 participants.
If we have spots remaining, we will have Race Day Registration on Nov 29, from 8:00-8:45am. Cost on Race Day is $30.
This race sold out before race day last year.
All participants 17yrs and older need a park pass.
All proceeds benefit the Mount Desert Island YMCA.
Have a Happy & Safe Thanksgiving!
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
43°
Typical Low
28°
Chance of Rain
42%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Acadia Np, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Bar Harbor, ME
City Elevation
275 ft
Nearest Airport
BHB
Hancock County-Bar Harbor Airport · 8 mi
Major Hub
PWM
Portland International Jetport · 114 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Waiting For?
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75
Days to train
- Race
- Catch that Turkey 5k
- Date
- November 29, 2026
- Location
- 21 Park St, Bar Harbor, ME
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Catch that Turkey 5k
Nov 29, 2026