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Location - St. Iakovos Greek Orthodox Church, 36 W. 700N Valparaiso, IN Start Time – 9:00AM Race Day registration opens at 7:30AM Early packet pick available on Oct. 23rd from 10AM – 5:30PM at the Extra Mile Fitness Co. 3400 Calumet Ave, Valparaiso, IN Participants will receive a long sleeve technical running shirt and a $5 voucher for our soup/Greek food sale after the race. Shirt sizes and availability guaranteed if registered before Oct. 10th. Participants can choose to not receive a shirt and save $5. Entry Fees: Before Oct. 17th - $30, Oct. 17th – Oct. 23rd - $35 Race Day entry fee - $40 Awards Top 3 overall males and Top 3 Overall females receive a trophy. Top 3 males and Top 3 females in the following age groups will receive medals - 12 and under, 13-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+

A holiday tradition since 2003, the Valparaiso Turkey Trot brings together families and friends from Indiana and beyond to kick off Thanksgiving Day. The race includes a 5K Walk/Run through the streets of Valparaiso, Indiana. Hosted by the Porter-Starke Services Foundation, event proceeds benefit behavioral and physical healthcare programs and services in Northwest Indiana. Packet Pick-Up Monday, November 23, 2026, 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Extra Mile Fitness Company - 3400 Calumet Avenue, Valparaiso, IN 46383 Tuesday, November 24, 2026, 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Extra Mile Fitness Company - 3400 Calumet Avenue, Valparaiso, IN 46383 Wednesday, November 25, 2026, 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Extra Mile Fitness Company - 3400 Calumet Avenue, Valparaiso, IN 46383 *** THERE IS NO RACE DAY PACKET PICK-UP. *** Race Day Schedule - November 26, 2026 - Held Completely Outside 7:45 am - Road Closures Begin* (Campbell St. directly in front of Valparaiso High School will close at 6:30 am - please see Road Closures below for more details) 8:00 am - 5K Race Starts 9:30 am - Roads open to traffic (Exception: Campbell Street in front of Valparaiso High School which will remain closed until 10AM) The 2026 Valparaiso Turkey Trot is being held completely outside. There will be no access to the Valparaiso High School or Fieldhouse on race day morning. Road Closures 6:30 am ROAD CLOSURE Campbell Street from Vale Park Road intersection to Valparaiso High School SOUTH Entrance - 6:30 am to 10:00 am Parking at Valparaiso High School? Please plan ahead as both VHS parking lot entrances (North and South) are affected by road closures: Approaching VHS from the NORTH: Drive south down Campbell St. Take a right onto Towne Commons Dr. Take a left onto Vale Park Rd. Take a right into VHS/North Parking Lot entrance.Approaching VHS from the SOUTH: Drive north on Campbell St. until visible road closure near VHS. Take a left into VHS parking lot. Entrance closes at 7:45am when Campbell St. closes through to John Glenn Dr. for the 5K start at 8:00 am. 7:45 am ROAD CLOSURES Campbell Street from Vale Park Road to John Glenn Dr. - reopens at 10:00 amVale Park Road from Calumet Avenue to Campbell Street - reopens at 9:30 amCumberland Drive from Bullseye Lake Road to Wall Street - reopens at 9:30 amValparaiso Street from Bullseye Lake Road to Wall Street - reopens 9:30 am Parking Valparaiso High School (event location) - Limited access (see Road Closures above). Post-event, you must exit VHS using the North entrance at Vale Park Rd. Turn left/WEST, and continue through Keystone Commons Subdivision. Cook's Corner Elementary - 358 Bullseye Lake Rd. (0.6 Miles) Growing Kids Academy - 3400 N. Campbell (0.3 Miles) No shuttle buses this year. Parking will be available within walking distance of race start. Please plan ahead. Awards & Medals All registered participants will receive a custom 2026 Valparaiso Turkey Trot Finisher Medal. There will be awards for Overall Male/Female/Non-Binary and Overall Masters Male/Female/Non-Binary. Age groups are listed below: Age Groups (1st through 3rd place will be awarded): 0-8, 9-12, 13-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+ FAQ Are Strollers Allowed? Yes, strollers are allowed on the 5K route. To ease runner/walker flow, strollers start at the back of the race corral. Regardless of your place in the corral, no worries! Your race time is measured by chip, which activates when you cross the start line. Are Dogs Allowed? No, dogs are not allowed with runners/walkers on the 5K course. For the safety of all participants, please leave all four-legged friends at home. Can someone else pick up my packet? Yes! If you are unable to pick up your packet, you may have someone pick up your packet on your behalf. Please provide them with your confirmation email that includes the QR code to avoid any issues during packet pick up.

Distance: 3.1 Mile Run / Walk---All Trail Course: Sunset Hill County Park 775 N Meridian Rd, Valparaiso Challenging wooded trail run with rolling hills, unpredictable weather, and fun times! Amenities: One water station, Digital clock at the finish, Large amount of real food for refreshments!!! Age group and overall awards. Age group categories: Male / Female: 0-11, 12-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+ T-shirts guaranteed to all competitors registered before February 22. Race shirts for those registering on or after February 22, and on race day, will be first come first served. Race awards to both overall male and female winners. First three finishers in each age group (male/female) will receive awards. $25.00 No Shirt Option (no xyz discount) $30.00 BEFORE February 22, 2027 $35.00 On or After February 22 (online only) $35.00 Day of Race $2.00 Discount for XYZ participants Police / Fire / Criminal Justice Challenge: In addition to the open race, there will be a Police/ Fire/ Criminal Justice Challenge. The Challenge takes the top three finishers from their department, combines their finishing places, and uses the total to compete against other departments. Winning department receives bragging rights and a traveling trophy. This also applies to the High School Criminal Justice Programs in Indiana that will be competing against each other. Departments eligible include any department related to Police, Fire and Public Service. (Final determination of qualification goes to the Race Director, runners must work for or be retired from the department they represent.) Amenities: One water station, Age group and overall awards. Large amount of real food for refreshments!!! Early packet pick up available at The Extra Mile Fitness Company, 3400 Calumet Ave. Valparaiso, IN on Friday, March 5th. Race day packet pick-up at the race site will open at 7:30AM For questions and information contact: www.portercountysheriff.com/foot-pursuit-5k or DDjokic@porterco-ps.org

33rd Anniversary of RINGING IN SPRING 2026 - RUNNING FOR A CAUSE The Valparaiso Family YMCA is proud to present the 2026 Ringing in Spring 5k Run/Walk! Start your year off on the right foot by kicking off this year's running season with NWI’s largest springtime race for 33 years! Join us in celebrating our 33rd anniversary by ringing the springtime bell, signaling the end of NWI’s cold, harsh winter and the fresh start of springtime. Run through beautiful Valparaiso neighborhoods and keep an eye out on the course for bright little daffodils welcoming you into the new season.  100% of registration proceeds benefit the Valparaiso Family YMCA Annual Campaign, providing financial scholarship assistance for programs, membership, and childcare services. Our mission is simple - To be a charitable non-profit organization that improves the quality of life in our communities through programs and services that strengthen the spirit, mind, and body for all.  Register, become a sponsor, or dona

Like Running or Walking?  Love Wine?  This race is for you!  Join us on Sunday, August 23, 2026 at 9:00am for an exciting annual event that features the beautiful landscaping and rustic style of Four Corners Winery! Whether you are looking to run, walk or just enjoy the wine this race is a sure thing for a great time and an incredible experience! This race is timed and scored by J3 Timing.  Results will be posted at www.J3Timing.com.  Registration Includes: T-shirt:  Super Soft Ring Spun Cotton t-shirt included! Wine Glass: Shatterproof, Collapsible, and Portable!Finisher Medal: Doubles as a Wine Stopper!Race Bib: Chip timed 5k run/walkResults Posted Online...and of course, a pour of wine!