Zeeland Turkey Trot 8k - Zeeland, MI - Thanksgiving Day, 2021

Zeeland Turkey Trot 8k Before you eat...

Thursday, November 28th, 2024 at 8am

This year registrations will be capped at 1,500!

Questions?

Race Information About Zeeland Turkey Trot 8k

The Zeeland Turkey Trot 8k (4.97 miles) will start in the middle of downtown Zeeland in front of Franks Restaurant and take the turkey trotters through Zeeland’s beautiful streets and neighborhoods.

RESULTS for the 2023 ZEELAND TURKEY TROT 8K

2024 Charity Who Zeeland Turkey Trot 8k Helps

Proceeds from the 10th Annual Zeeland Turkey Troy 8k will go to mental health services in West Michigan

Chip timing services by Michiana Timing

Web services by WP Harbor

2024 SPONSORS Thank you to...

PREMIER SPONSOR

TURKEY SPONSOR

STUFFING SPONSORS

PUMPKIN PIE SPONSORS

CRANBERRY SPONSORS

In-Kind Sponsors

Route of the Race About the Route

The Zeeland Turkey Trot 8k (4.97 miles) will start in the middle of downtown Zeeland and take the turkey trotters through Zeeland’s beautiful streets and neighborhoods.

Race Route Directions (click here)

Start at 134 E Main Ave (in front of Frank’s).
Head east to Fairview Road.
Fairview Road south to Lincoln Avenue.
Lincoln Avenue west to Elm Street.
Elm Street north to Central Avenue.
Central Avenue west to Lee Street.
Lee Street south to Lawrence Avenue.
Lawrence Avenue west to 101st Avenue.
101st Avenue south to Alice Street.
Alice Street west to 104th Avenue.
104th Avenue north to Paw Paw Drive.
Paw Paw Drive northeast, over the Paw Paw Bridge, to Main Avenue.
Main Avenue east to Lee Street.
Lee Street south to Central Avenue.
Central Avenue east to Elm Street.
Elm Street north to Main Avenue.
Main Avenue to Finish at 134 E Main Avenue.

Frequently Asked Questions Answers to Your

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2024 Event Date and Time: Thursday, November 28th 2024

Event Location: The start/finish line is located Downtown Zeeland, on Main Avenue between Church and Elm Street.

Packet Pick-Up
Are dogs allowed on the course?
Are strollers allowed on the course?
Route

The Zeeland Turkey Trot 8k (4.97 miles) starts in the middle of downtown Zeeland, in front of Franks Restaurant, and takes the trotters through Zeeland’s beautiful streets and neighborhoods.

Start at 134 E Main Avenue (in front of Frank’s) and head east to Fairview Road.
Fairview Road south to Lincoln Avenue.
Lincoln Avenue west to Elm Street.
Elm Street north to Central Avenue.
Central Avenue west to Lee Street.
Lee Street south to Lawrence Avenue.
Lawrence Avenue west to 101st Avenue.
101st Avenue south to Alice Street.
Alice Street west to 104th Avenue.
104th Avenue north to Paw Paw Drive.
Paw Paw Drive northeast, over the Paw Paw Bridge, to Main Avenue.
Main Avenue east to Lee Street.
Lee Street south to Central Avenue.
Central Avenue east to Elm Street.
Elm Street north to Main Avenue.
Main Avenue to Finish at 134 E Main Avenue
Is there a time limit?
Awards

We are awarding medals to the top male & female overall finisher, top male & female master finisher (40 and over crowd) and 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places in each age group for male and female finishers.

Age groups: 9 and under, 10-14, 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+

Awards will be mailed to winners after the race.

Overall winners and masters will be determined by gun time.
Water station
Restrooms
Post-Race Food and Refreshments
Timing and Results
Weather

Be prepared for any weather condition on race day. We have experienced heavy snow, rain and ideal running weather. The race committee has the right to cancel the event in the case of severe weather. If a cancellation occurs, all registration fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Parking
Volunteers
How do I change my shirt size/selection?
If you need to change your race shirt size/selection, you can do so until November 11th. We cannot guarantee correct shirt sizes after that date.

Login to https://runsignup.com/

Click the PROFILE link at the top

Under Runner Links, click the “My Registered Races” link

Select the VIEW/EDIT Registration link under the Zeeland Turkey Trot 8k Registration

Click the GIVEAWAY Tab

Select your new t-shirt size from the T-shirt drop-down menu
Can I get a refund or transfer my registration?
There are no refunds, but you can transfer your registration prior to November 11.

Login to https://runsignup.com/

Click the PROFILE link at the top

Under Runner Links, click the “My Registered Races” link

Select the VIEW/EDIT Registration link under the Zeeland Turkey Trot 8k Registration

Choose Participant to Participant transfer
I noticed a mistake on my registration, how do I fix it?
You can fix your registration online prior to November 11.

Login to https://runsignup.com/

Click the PROFILE link at the top

Under Runner Links, click the “My Registered Races” link

Select the VIEW/EDIT Registration link under the Zeeland Turkey Trot 8k Registration
I cannot participate, can I still pick up my shirt?
Can someone else pickup my race packet for me?
Who is the Charity Partner?

RESULTS for the 2019 ZEELAND TURKEY TROT 8K

Volunteer Help us out

Get involved and make a difference – no running necessary.

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News & Information What's New

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Hooray!!
Registration for the 10th Annual Zeeland Turkey Trot 8k is now open!

We look forward to seeing everyone again on Thanksgiving morning.

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We will be offering hoodies this year to celebrate our 10th year!
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Thank you Premier Freight Management for joining us as a stuffing level sponsor again this year.

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Thank you Auto Body Xperts for joining us as a cranberry level sponsor again this year.

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Thank you Midwest Construction Group for joining us as a stuffing level sponsor again this year.

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Thank you Van Der Kolk Plumbing for joining us as a stuffing level sponsor again this year.

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Thank you Buckman, MacDonald & Brown PC for joining us as a stuffing level sponsor again this year.

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📣 Interested in becoming a 2024 race sponsor for the 10th Annual Zeeland Turkey Trot 8k?

Zeeland Turkey Trot 8k would not be successful without the help of our amazing sponsors! Preparations are underway for this year and we’d love to have even more sponsors!

If you or someone you know is a business owner and is interested in being a 2024 sponsor, please take a look at the attached form.

If you have any questions, please email us at [email protected]. We have several different levels of sponsorship`s. Thank you for your consideration.

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