Running · Anthem, AZ

Anthem Turkey Trot 2026.

Anthem, AZ·Nov 26, 2026·Gun 8:30 AM

Hosted by4 Peaks RacingRace organizer

Overview

About the race.

Start Thanksgiving with the Anthem Turkey Trot: a 10km run, 5km run/walk and half-mile kids dash at Anthem Community Center. Approximately 1,500 runners are expected. The 10km starts at 8:30 a.m., 5km at 8:35 a.m. and kids dash at 10:00 a.m. Arizona time. Photography coverage is being recruited for 8:00–10:30 a.m. Historical website samples are available below; 2026 race photos will be added after the event.

Distances

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Entry open until Nov 25

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5km run/walk

Distance5K

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10km run

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Running · Anthem, AZ

Anthem Turkey Trot 2026.

Anthem, AZ·Nov 26, 2026·Gun 8:30 AM

Hosted by4 Peaks RacingRace organizer

Overview

About the race.

Distances

Pick your race.

Entry open until Nov 25

Entry openRace day · see schedule

5km run/walk

Distance5K

Entry openRace day · see schedule

10km run

Distance

Entry openRegister

The details that matter.

Arrival and venue

Get there smoothly.

Venue: Anthem Community Center, 41130 N Freedom Way, Anthem, AZ 85086
Parking: Community Center parking fills up. Additional parking at Anthem Community Park via Gavilan Peak Parkway between Anthem Way and Whitman; walk across the bridge. Street parking on Whitman between Gavilan Peak Parkway and Freedom Way.

Check-in and packet pickup

Check in prepared.

Advance pickup: Wednesday, November 25, 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m., Tortoise & Hare Sports, 17550 N 75th Avenue #605, Glendale, AZ 85308.
Race morning: Packet pickup and late registration open at 7:00 a.m. at Anthem Community Center.
Confirmation email: Organizer confirmation email scheduled for Monday, November 23.

Course and conditions

Know the terrain.

Distances: 10km run; 5km run/walk; untimed half-mile kids dash.
5km course map: View the organizer’s 5km course map.
10km course map: View the organizer’s 10km course map.
Site map: View the organizer’s venue map.

Race-day logistics

Arrive ready.

Start times: Thursday, November 26: 10km 8:30 a.m.; 5km 8:35 a.m.; kids dash 10:00 a.m. All times Arizona MST.
Entry pricing: 5km $40 through October 31, $45 through November 12, $50 through November 25 at 8 p.m.; race day $60. 10km $50/$55/$60 on those same deadlines; race day $70. Youth pricing and current availability are on the official site.
Kids dash: Untimed half-mile. Free race-morning signup; $20 advance registration includes a shirt or beanie and medal.
Register: Registration remains with the organizer’s existing provider.

Awards and post-race

Stay for the finish.

Awards: 5km and 10km awards and raffle at 9:45 a.m. Top three male/female overall and top three in organizer-listed age groups.
Runner amenities: Finisher medals, refreshments, and Turkey Trot shirt or beanie. Register by November 13 to guarantee desired shirt size.
Food pantry drive: Bring a non-perishable food item for The St. Rose Food Pantry; donors enter a raffle.

Timing, results and cutoffs

Know what counts.

Chip timing: Disposable RFID timing chip on the back of the bib. Pin the bib correctly to the front over your navel.
10km cutoff: 9:15 a.m.: runners must reach mile 3 to continue.
Results: Official results are published by 4 Peaks Racing.

Changes and refunds

Know your options.

Policy: All registrations are final: no refunds, credits or transfers. Optional Active event insurance is offered during registration; check the organizer’s current terms.
No-shirt discount: Select “No Shirt or Beanie” then use NOSHIRT for $5 off. The discount applies to all registrations in the transaction.

Race photos

Find your photos.

2026 coverage: Photographer recruitment is open for 8:00–10:30 a.m. Coverage is not yet booked.
Historical sample gallery: Website images are historical examples, not photos from the upcoming 2026 race. Samples are not for purchase or download.
Find race photos: The race-day gallery link and QR flyer will be shared with participants when ready. Bib-based discovery; final commercial terms to be confirmed.

Anthem Turkey Trot 2026.

About the race.

Pick your race.

5km run/walk

10km run

Anthem Turkey Trot 2026.

About the race.

Pick your race.

5km run/walk

10km run

Kids dash (half mile)

Where you’ll be photographed.

Eyes on every mile.

The details that matter.

Get there smoothly.

Check in prepared.

Know the terrain.

Arrive ready.

Stay for the finish.

Know what counts.

Know your options.

Find your photos.

What the day asks of you.

Gun 8:30 AM

Who is already in.

Anthem, AZ, and how to reach it.

What reviewers share.

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