Join us for the 41st Annual Turkey Strut 5K on Saturday, November 22nd at 9:00am in Nicholasville as we kick off Thanksgiving Week in healthy fashion. RACE FEATURES Paved course through City County Park and the By-Pass. Commemorative race long sleeve t-shirt 5K in-person and virtual option Water station at mid-point and finish line. Fruit, bottled water, and granola bars are available. Awards for Overall Top 3 M/F and Top M/F in the following age categories (11 and under, 12-17, 18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+) Free race photos (Thanks Dramatic Captures Photography) Music, food, and fellowship. Timing by RaceRise Proceeds/donations will benefit the Jessamine County Food Pantry . We will sponsor a non-perishable food drive in conjunction with the race. PACKET PICKUP - Our packet pickup will be held on Friday, 11/21/2025 at the Coolidge Building (499 E Maple St. Nicholasville, KY, 40356) from 8am-4pm. Race day PPU will be held at the Ag. Extension Office at City County Park (333 Fairground Way Nicholasville, KY 40356) from 7:45-8:45am. 5K ROUTE MAP
3.1 Miles: Commemorative Unisex Race Long Sleeve T-shirt
Race Volunteer: Commemorative Unisex Race Long Sleeve T-shirt
| Distance | Price | Opens | Closes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.1 Miles | $25.00 | Apr 6 | Oct 25 |
| $30.00 | Oct 26 | Nov 8 | |
| $35.00 | Nov 9 | Nov 21 | |
| Race Volunteer | $0.00 | Apr 20 | Nov 21 |
| Year | Finishers | Median Time | Fastest Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 84 | 28:02 | 19:08 |
| 2024 | 97 | 31:27 | 16:29 |
| 2023 | 106 | 33:26 | 20:14 |
| 2022 | 101 | 34:31 | 21:59 |
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