KAR Turkey Trot Time Prediction Run presented by Mitten Running Company
KAR Turkey Trot Time Prediction Run presented by Mitten Running Company is a running race on November 26, 2026 in Portage, MI, with an entry fee of $25.
- Date
- November 26, 2026 (45 days to go)
- Location
- 7361 Moorsbridge Rd, Portage, MI
- Price
- $25
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
The 2026 KAR Turkey Trot is a family-friendly run and a holiday tradition for so many!
This is a time‑prediction run where awards go to runners who finish closest to their predicted time. It’s a unique challenge that rewards pacing and precision.
If you’re looking to showcase your speed, there are awards for that too! The top male and female finishers in each age division, as well as the overall male, female, and non-binary open winners will receive awards. Cut-off finish time to be included in official results is 45 minutes. Awards ceremony will begin at 9:50am.
All participants are encouraged to dress in festive attire for the Turkey Trot! Prizes will be awarded to the best dressed runners.
All participants will receive a finisher medal and be eligible to win one of our door prizes!
We will be selling long sleeve event t-shirts for $25.00. Check out the design and order during your registration.
Please, no bicycles, or dogs in this unique event. No refunds or transfers.
Non-perishable food and monetary donations for Kalamazoo Loaves & Fishes will be accepted at the event. Proceeds from registrations and online donations will support the Turkey Trot and the Kalamazoo Area Runners (KAR).
Event Details:
- Thursday, November 26, 2026
- Race start time: 9:00am
- 7361 Moorsbridge Rd, Portage, MI 49024 (Behind Moorsbridge Elementary School on the Cross-Country Course)
Early Packet Pick Up (Wednesday, November 25, 2026)
- Mitten Running Company, Southland Mall, 6290 S. Westnedge Ave
- 3pm-7pm
Day of Event Packet Pick Up (Thursday, November 26, 2026)
- Moorsbridge Elementary School
- 7:30am-8:45am
Registration Fees:
- Pre-Registration (Individuals) - $25.00 until Tuesday, November 24th (11:59 pm)
- Pre-Registration (Family Pack) - $60.00 (4 Family Members or More)
- Late Online Registration Wed and Thursday: $30 / person
- Event day registration: $30/person
Questions or Problems with Registration?
- Email: Jon.Deming@kalamazooarearunners.org
Long Sleeve Tee Shirts:
- Long Sleeve Tee Shirts are an extra $25.00 (unisex, tech material) and will be available to order during registration. Sizes and quantities may be limited.
- Additional long sleeve t-shirts will be available to purchase during packet-pickup on a first come, first serve basis. Sizes and quantities will be limited.
Events
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
29°
Chance of Rain
39%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Kalamazoo Battle Ck Intl Ap, 4 mi from the venue.
About Portage, MI
Population
49,015
as of 2023
City Elevation
873 ft
Nearest Airport
AZO
Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport · 4 mi
Major Hub
GRR
Gerald R. Ford International Airport · 48 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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- Race
- KAR Turkey Trot Time Prediction Run presented by Mitten Running Company
- Date
- November 26, 2026
- Location
- 7361 Moorsbridge Rd, Portage, MI
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KAR Turkey Trot Time Prediction Run presented by Mitten Running Company
Nov 26, 2026