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Face to Face Turkey Trot

Face to Face Turkey Trot is a running race on November 26, 2026 in Philadelphia, PA, featuring the 1 Mile and 8K / 5 Mile distances, with entry fees from $25 to $45.

Date
November 26, 2026 (146 days to go)
Distance
1 Mile · 8K / 5 Mile
Price
$25–$45
Sport
Running
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From the Organizer

ABOUT FACE TO FACE
Face to Face is a non-profit 501(c)(3) human services organization dedicated to the health, well-being, and stability of our community.  Our mission is to alleviate suffering and enhance the lives of some of the most vulnerable in our Germantown community.  Our programs provide freshly sourced hot meals, legal, medical, behavioral health, and social work services, as well as educational equity services.  To learn more about Face to Face, please visit our website:  www.facetofacegermantown.org
 
RACE LOCATION
Forbidden Drive at the intersection of Thomas Road and W. Northwestern Avenue, Parking Lot #3
 
AWARDS
1st, 2nd, 3rd overall male and female and 1st place in each age bracket.
 
ENTRY FEES
Early Bird Adult registration fee for the 5-mile Run (in-person and virtual) until 9/1/2026 is $40.00, plus service fee. Regular Adult registration fee for for the 5-mile Run (in-person and virtual) 9/2/2026 through 11/19/2026 is $45.00 plus service fee. 
Early Bird Adult registration fee for the 1-mile Fun Run (in-person and virtual) until 9/1/2026 is $25.00, plus service fee. Regular registration fee for for the 1-mile Fun Run (in-person and virtual) 9/2/2026 through 11/19/2026 is $30.00 plus service fee. 
Registration fee for Children ages 4 -12 is $20.00, plus a service fee, for both events.
Children 3 and under are free. 
Adult Registration for the 5-mile Run after 11/20/2026 at 12:01 am will be $55.00, plus service fee.  
Adult Registration for the 1-mile Fun Run/Walk after 11/20/2026 at 12:01 am will be $40.00, plus service fee.
 
Registration fee includes: bib, race shirt, refreshments, water stations, and prizes.  Registration deadline to guarantee shirt sizing is 11/1/2026.  After the November 1st deadline, there are no shirt/size guarantees.  Please plan to register early. 
All materials for both in-person and virtual registrants must be picked up during designated packet pick-up times or contact lisab@facetofacegermantown.org to make other arrangements.  There are no shirt guarantees after 8:00 am on race morning.  No shipping available.
 
DAY OF RACE
*Same day race registration will be from 7:00 am - 8:30 am at *Chestnut Hill College, Fournier Hall, 9601 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19118.   
*Pre-registered packet pick-up is from 7:00 - 8:30 am at Chestnut Hill College, Fournier Hall.
Expect a crowd and arrive early.  Allow time to park and walk to the start line.  Please note that it is a 10 minute walk from the College to the Turkey Trot start line.
Participant race timing cannot be guaranteed after 8:30 am. 
Race Start is 9:00 AM.  
1-Mile Fun Run/Walk starts immediately after 5-Mile Run begins.
 
PACKET PICK-UP
*Tuesday, November 24th from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm at *Face to Face, 123 East Price Street, Philadelphia, PA 19144.
*Wednesday, November 25th from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm at, *Chestnut Hill College, Fournier Hall, 9601 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19118.
*Thursday, November 26th (same day packet pick-up) from 7:00 am to 8:30 am at, *Chestnut Hill College, Fournier Hall.
 
AMENITIES
Enjoy refreshments, music, water stations, race shirt, and prizes.
 
RACE RESULTS
Race will be professionally timed by the Bryn Mawr Racing Company.  Results can be found here on this website or at http://www.brynmawrracing.com.
 
RACE SHIRTS
Race shirts are guaranteed for participants who register before November 1, 2026.  Race shirts must be picked up during designated packet pick up times or please contact lisab@facetofacegermantown.org to make other arrangements.  
Availability and shirt sizing cannot be guaranteed after 8:00 am race morning for all participants (including pre-registered participants).
 
PARKING
Free Parking will be available at the Chestnut Hill College with overflow at Sugarloaf at Chestnut Hill College.    Allow time to walk to the starting line.  It is approximately a 10 minute walk from Chestnut Hill College and a 15-20 minute walk from Sugarloaf to the trailhead.  Sugarloaf is located at 9220 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19118.  

Events

1 Mile Walk$25
Team Carter 1 Mile Walk$25
Team Carter 5 Mile Run$40
5 Mile Run$45

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

53°

Typical Low

38°

Chance of Rain

32%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Phila Franklin Inst, 3 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:58 AMSunset 4:37 PMDaylight 9h 39m

Host City

About Philadelphia, PA

Population

1,582,432

as of 2023

City Elevation

86 ft

Nearest Airport

PHL

Philadelphia International Airport · 10 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

From Endurance Grid

A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.

Race Location

Approximate location — pin shows the host city, not the exact venue.

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Race
Face to Face Turkey Trot
Date
November 26, 2026

From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Face to Face Turkey Trot?+
Face to Face Turkey Trot is a running race held in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on November 26, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
When and where is the Face to Face Turkey Trot?+
Thursday, November 26, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania at Forbidden Drive at the intersection of Thomas Road and W. Northwestern Avenue, Parking lot #3. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Face to Face Turkey Trot?+
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Face to Face Turkey Trot

Nov 26, 2026

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