Rochester Thanksgiving Races and Turkey Trots

Cookies made to look like turkeys with peanut butter cups and candy corn feathers.
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Looking for a fun way to kick off Thanksgiving morning before the big feast? Rochester’s annual Turkey Trots and Thanksgiving runs are the perfect way to get the whole family moving! Whether you’re a serious runner, a casual walker, or pushing a stroller full of little turkeys, these local races combine fitness, community, and plenty of festive fun.

We’ve rounded up the best nearby family-friendly Thanksgiving runs so you can find one that fits your crew. Lace up your sneakers, layer up, and join hundreds of local families starting the holiday with laughter, fresh air, and maybe even a few pre-pie calories burned!

Rochester Thanksgiving Races and Turkey Trots

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Jackie is the Founder of Rochester Mom Collective. She grew up in Ohio and moved to California to work in film where she had lots of adventures on movie sets. She met her husband in Hollywood and they moved to the San Francisco Bay Area shortly after getting married. In San Francisco, Jackie found work at a medical clinic where she gathered parenting resources for new moms in need. After being on the West Coast for fifteen years, they moved with their three children to the Rochester area to be near family. Jackie has operated her own photography business, Jackie Rutan Photography, for ten years. Jackie enjoys her quality time with friends and family, fellowshipping at her church and drinking iced coffee.