Hudsonville, MI | Thursday, November 26, 2026Registration OpenTurkey Trot
Come kick off Thanksgiving morning, with a 5K or if you want to really justify the pie and potatoes, we offer a 15K. Bring the kids for a 1 mile fun run! The Justify The Pie is more than just a race; its a celebration of unity and well-being. This event is designed to bring people of all ages and fitness levels together to burn off some energy and calories before indulging in the festive Thanksgiving dinner later that day. Whether youre an avid runner or someone looking to enjoy a morning of movement, this event has something for everyone. The event takes place at Jamestown Lower Elementary. Race Options include a 5k, 15k, and a 1-mile kid fun run Our scenic routes will take participants along the back country roads and trails, offering a variety of terrains to cater to different preferences and abilities. However, the true essence of the Justify The Pie Run lies in its philanthropic mission. All proceeds from this event will be dedicated to Servants Center. A nonprofit faith-based organization that provides high quality, relationship-based street outreach and ongoing support services to mentally ill poor and homeless people in our community.
Available Distances
Awards & Prizes
Race Divisions and Awards
Age groups for the 15K distance are as follows: 19 and under 20-29 30-39 40-49 50-59 60-69 70+ Overall Masters 1st Overall male and female gets a sweet award as well a gift card from Striders Age Group awards will not be given out unless we have 20+ participants Age groups for the 5K distance are as follows: <12 13-19 20-24 25-29 30-34 35-39 40-44 45-49 50-54 55-59 60-64 65-69 70-74 75 + Overall Masters 1st, 2nd and 3rd overall male and female get a sweet award as well as a gift c
Participant Giveaway
5K: T-Shirt
15K: T-Shirt
15m: T-Shirt
Registration & Pricing
Distance
Price
Opens
Closes
5K
$25.00
Jan 20
May 29
$30.00
May 30
Aug 29
$35.00
Aug 30
Oct 14
$40.00
Oct 15
Nov 11
$45.00
Nov 12
Nov 26
15K
$30.00
Jan 20
May 29
$35.00
Past Results
15K
Year
Finishers
Median Time
Fastest Time
2025
35
1:24:49
1:02:22
5K
Year
Finishers
Median Time
Fastest Time
2025
218
32:39
17:45
2024
295
30:37
16:03
2023
77
31:30
20:57
Unknown
Year
Finishers
Course Information
Courses
The 5K is a fun course through downtown Jamestown and the elementary/middle school campus Justify The Pie 5k 2024 The 15K takes you though downtown Jamestown, out to the farms lands of Hudsonville. running some bike paths, some gravel roads, with lots of beautiful views. A couple of challenging hills but mostly flat. Justify The Pie 15k 2024 Our 1 Mile kids run takes you around the elementary building and on to the path to the finish lne Justify the Pie 1 Mile Kids Run
Interested in this race?
May 30
Aug 29
$40.00
Aug 30
Oct 14
$45.00
Oct 15
Nov 11
$50.00
Nov 12
Nov 26
1 Miles
$0.00
Jan 20
Nov 26
15m
$30.00
Mar 1
May 31
$35.00
Jun 1
Aug 31
$40.00
Sep 1
Nov 13
$45.00
Nov 14
Nov 28
Calorie Deficit 5k & 15k
$0.00
Oct 16
Nov 25
PACKET PICK UP
TWO OPTIONS Option #1 DATE AND TIME: Wednesday Nov 26 4:30pm-6:30pm LOCATION: KinetaCare 4676 32nd Ave Ste C Hudsonville, MI 49426 Option #2 DATE AND TIME: Thanksgiving morning 6:00am-7:15am LOCATION: Jamestown Lower Elementary 2522 Greenly Hudsonville. (parking lot off Greenly) LATE REGISTRATION is available with a mobile phone only.