MoTown Turkey Trot Presented by Harth Builders

MoTown Turkey Trot Presented by Harth Builders is an annual Thanksgiving-morning race in Montgomery Township, Pennsylvania, held on November 26, 2026 and put on by Scoogie Events. The 8K (about 5 miles) starts at 8:00 a.m., the 5K (3.1 miles) follows at 8:05 a.m., and the Gobble-Gobble half-mile kids' fun run goes off at 8:08 a.m. The event offers running and walking options for all ages, supports the Montgomery Township fire department, and is considered one of the largest Thanksgiving races in the region.

With three staggered starts, you can pick the format that suits you: the 8K for a slightly longer test of pacing, the 5K for a quick effort or a first race, and the half-mile for the youngest family members. For the 8K, six weeks with a weekly run of 5 to 6 miles and one faster session is enough; for the 5K, three easy runs a week over the same span will do. Arrive early, since a large field means a busy start area on a cold morning.