The 52nd Annual
&
Children's Fun Run
November 28, 2024
New for 2024
- Course has been modified to eliminate crossover as faster runners are finishing
- Starting area will be segmented into 3 sections based on projected finish time. Faster runners will be placed in the front 2 sections.
- Bib time will be used to determine age group awards.
- Additional restroom facilities will be available this year
- Dogs will not be permitted in the 5k for safety reasons and concerns raised by participants
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Location
Biemesderfer Stadium, on the campus of Millersville University.
For a map and directions, click here.
Race Time
8:20am: Children’s Fun Run
3 events: 100 meters for younger children, 1/4 mile and 1/2 mile for older children
Parents may participate with children
9:00am: 5K run
Walkers, families, strollers welcome!
- Participants with strollers will be permitted but are required to start in the back of the starting area.
- Participants will be assigned starting sections based on projected finish time
Entry Fee
5K Run
Online entries through Nov. 24: $30.00 (includes t-shirt)
Online entries Nov. 25-26: $40.00 (no t-shirt)
Post entries Nov. 27 (2:30 to 6:00 p.m.)
& Nov 28 (7:30 to 8:30 a.m.): $40.00 (no t-shirt)
Children's Fun Run
FREE! No registration required
Children may pre-register to purchase an event t-shirt for $10.00
Last Minute and Race Day Details
To get your bib number, and to view or download last minute and race day details, visit our website by clicking here. Click on the appropriate black button.
The designated race parking lots are located at the intersection of James Street and Creek Drive in Millersville. For a map and directions, click here.
We strongly suggest participants use these lots with their convenient location.
Signs on George Street will provide direction to these lots
Questions?
Email us at millersvillett@comcast.net
Thanks to our event sponsors!
Registration fees
Children's Fun Run
3 events will be available based on age and/or ability of each child: 100 meters for younger children, 1/4 mile and 1/2 mile for older children Parents may participate with children
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Register for Children's Fun RunFreeSep 1 - Nov 26
5K Run
Price changes in 3 days 12 hours-
Runners and walkers are encouraged to participate in this event. Everyone is welcome. Slower runners and walkers will be asked to start the event at the back of the field of participants. Strollers are welcome, but are expected to start at the back of the field of participants to avoid creating tripping hazards. Dogs are not permitted on the race course
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Register for 5K Run$30.00Now registering Sep 1 – Nov 24
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$40.00Nov 25 – Nov 26
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Additional Event Details
Where
Biemesderfer Stadium (on the campus of Millersville University)
45 Pucillo Drive
Millersville PA 17551
For a map and directions, click here
Packet Pick-Up
Biemesderfer Stadium (on the campus of Millersville University)
Wednesday, Nov. 27: 2:30 - 6:00pm
Thursday, Nov. 28: 7:30 - 8:30am
2024 Race Results
Available at: https://www.millersvilleturkeytrot.com/results
and at: motiontiming.com
Food Bank Donations
Food Bank Donations
Competitors and spectators are encouraged to bring at least 2 or 3 non-perishable items for donation to local food banks to help those in need during the holiday season.
Donors will be eligible for a special prize drawing which must be claimed the morning of the run
Strollers
Baby Strollers
Competitors with strollers will be permitted but are required to start in the back of the starting area.
Dogs
Dogs are not permitted on the race course
Awards
Children's Fun Run
Race ribbons awarded to all finishers
5k Run
Overall Male and Female - $100 gift card
Second Overall Male and Female - $60 gift card
Third Overall Male and Female - $50 gift card
Age Group Awards
Awards to the top 3 male and female finishers in each age category unless noted otherwise
11 and under
12 to 14
15 to 18
19 to 24
25 to 29
30 to 34
35 to 39
40 to 44
45 to 49
50 to 54
55 to 59
60 to 69
70 to 79 - 2 awards
80+ - 1 award
Awards must be picked up immediately after the race
Unclaimed awards will be donated to non-profit organizations supported by the event
Random awards will be drawn for 5K participants at 10:10am
(Must be present to win)
Race Beneficiaries
All proceed from the Millersville Turkey Trot benefit various local organizations including:
- Millersville University Women's Cross Country / Track & Field Programs
- The Loft (Food Bank)
- Millersville University Campus Cupboard (Food Bank)
- Penn Manor HS National Honor Society
- Penn Manor HS Cross Country Team
- Blue Rock Fire Department
Random Awards
Drawings for random awards will be held at 10:10 on race day. Individuals must be present to win random awards.
Drawings will include items such as gift cards, clothing and pumpkin pies
Over $400 in random prizes will be distributed
Course Map
Event schedule
- Wed, November 27, 2024 2:00 PM - Packet Pick-up
- Thu, November 28, 2024 7:29 AM - Packet Pick-up
- Thu, November 28, 2024 7:30 AM - Race-Day registration
- Thu, November 28, 2024 8:20 AM - Children’s Fun Run
- Thu, November 28, 2024 9:00 AM - 5K Run
- Thu, November 28, 2024 10:00 AM - Awards
- Thu, November 28, 2024 10:10 AM - Random Awards
Contact information
- Event contact
- Tom Ecker
- Website
- Visit website
