# Wheeling Turkey Trot - **When:** Wed, Nov 25, 2026 · 6:00 PM CST - **Where:** Wheeling University McDonough Center, Wheeling, WV, 26003 - **Event page:** https://runthis.run/event/rs-172584-wheeling-turkey-trot ## Registration Register on the event's own site: https://runsignup.com/Race/WV/Wheeling/WheelingTurkeyTrot?aflt_token=58wBqomPr6bPwa1YDhuKo0IQvrNCjzTq ## Description Join Us for the Wheeling Turkey Trot: 5K Run/Walk & 1K Children's Fun Run! Get ready to kick off your Thanksgiving celebrations with a spirited community event that supports the Wheeling Parks and Recreation mission: "to build healthy communities through people, parks, and programs.”  Event Details: Date: Thursday, November 27th Location: Alma Grace McDonough Center, Wheeling University Campus Schedule: 7:00 AM: Packet pickup and registration open at the McDonough Center 8:30 AM: 1K Children’s Fun Run 8:30 AM: Packet pickup and registration close 8:45 AM: Begin to line up at the start 9:00 AM: 5K Run and Walk Exciting Extras: Participants in the 5K will have a chance to win fantastic prizes in a random drawing. - After the race, enjoy complimentary snacks and refreshments inside the McDonough Center, where you can mingle with fellow participants and celebrate your accomplishments. Long sleeve t-shirts are guaranteed for participants of the 5K who register by November 16th. Be sure to register early to claim your shirt! Virtual Participation: Can’t join us in person? No problem! Sign up as a "Pardoned Turkey" to participate virtually and secure a stylish event T-shirt. Your T-shirt will be available for pickup at packet pick-up, on race day at the McDonough Center, or at the Parks and Recreation office starting December 2nd. Award Ceremony: Celebrate your achievements at our awards ceremony, held immediately after the race inside the McDonough Center. Packet Pick-Up Information: Early Packet Pick-Up (Recommended): Pick up your race packet at the Parks and Recreation Office located at 10 Hunter Avenue, Wheeling, WV 26003 on the following dates: Tuesday, November 25th 12 PM – 7 PM Wednesday, November 26th 9 AM – 1 PM Day of Race Registration: Registration and packet pick-up will also be available at the McDonough Center from 7:00 AM – 8:30 AM on race day. Join us for a fun-filled morning of fitness, community spirit, and celebration! Don’t miss out—register today and be part of the Wheeling Turkey Trot! --- Source: [https://runthis.run/event/rs-172584-wheeling-turkey-trot](https://runthis.run/event/rs-172584-wheeling-turkey-trot) — data from Run This (runthis.run).