YWCA Turkey Trot 2026

About this event

Join us for the 46th running of YWCA Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia’s Turkey Trot 5K! This year’s theme is “Equal. Powerful. Unstoppable.”

Trotters have the option to run or walk a USTAF-certified route through historic Bristol, Tenn. starting near the iconic Bristol sign and ending at YWCA’s main campus at 106 State St., Bristol, Tenn. Men are welcome to run in support of this women-only race but will not be eligible for awards. There is no age restriction for race participants, and leashed pets and strollers are welcome. The run/walk is managed by WeRunEvents.

Race participants will enjoy free goody bags and breakfast, and awards will be given to top finishers in each age division. Pre-registered trotters will also receive a race T-shirt and medal.

The entry cost for the Turkey Trot is $30 through preregistration and $35 on race day. Registration forms may be picked up between 4:00 and 6:00 p.m. the evening before at YWCA’s main campus or found online at https://runsignup.com/race/tn/bristol/YWCAWomenSTurkeyTrot5KRunWalk

Trotters can register for the race the day of the event but must be registered by November 1, 2026, to be guaranteed a T-shirt.

All proceeds benefit the programs of the YWCA promoting women's health and safety.