Frequently Asked Questions

I have been an Issaquah resident since 1983. I grew up in this beautiful city and love this community. For 2 years I participated in the Seattle Turkey Trot and then decided to bring the Turkey Trot tradition Thanksgiving Morning to my hometown of Issaquah! Together with my husband, Tom Matthews, we organize the trot with the help of our family, friends and a great many volunteers. It's a great way to give to our Food Bank during a season when they need a lot of donations. ~Heather Matthews

Registration Information:

What is the deadline for registration?

• November 11th: Early Registration Ends. If you sign up by this date you are guaranteed a t-shirt. The t-shirt order goes in on the 12th and we will only order a few more t-shirts which will be on a first come, first serve basis depending on when you sign up.
• November 21st: Final day for online registration at 11:00pm
• November 21st: 12-8pm - T-shirt pick up at Sports Authority in Issaquah. We will also have registration forms for those who want to come sign up at the store with cash or check only.
• November 22nd: Day of registration, cash or check only

How much is the registration fee?

Participants 11 yrs and older - $25 (includes a tek t-shirt)
Kids 10 yrs and young - $5 (includes a cotton t-shirt)

Do you need Volunteers?

Yes!!! Even if you don't want to participate in the run but would like to help out, we need volunteers on the day of the race. Please visit the Volunteers page for additional information on how you can sign up.

Race Day Information:

What should I expect on the day of the Turkey Trot?

This event is a casual run, less formal than other 5k run/walks you might have taken part in. There is no personal timing (although we do have a timer clock at the finish line). This is really meant as a way to come together during the holidays, have fun and help out our community. Don't forget your Thanksgiving costumes and accessories!

Where should I park?

You can park in the Pickering Square lots (PPC, Michaels, Office Depot) and the Costco Warehouse parking lots. Please DO NOT park in the Holiday Inn.

Do I need to check-in if I requested the "No T-shirt" option when I signed up?

No. There are no bibs or timing chips. So if you did not request a t-shirt there is no need to check-in. Just show up and have fun!

What time does it start?

The race will start at 9:00am for runners, 9:05am for joggers and 9:10am for walkers. We will be keeping the starting line open until 9:30 for those that wish to avoid the crowd. Please try to get there at least 20 minutes early if you are picking up t-shirt(s).

Will the roads be closed to traffic?

No! Please take extra caution when crossing streets. Volunteers will be there to help stop traffic but please be safe.

Can I bring my child in a stroller?
Yes. Please stay towards the back of the starting line for safety.

Can my child bring a bike?
If your child wishes to ride their bike, please start the race after the official start times. We will keep the start line open until 9:30am. This will be a great time to go on the trail with a bike when it is less occupied.

Can I bring my dog? Sorry, no. Because most of our route is on a trail we are going to ask that you leave your dogs home for safety reasons. We also have a lot of children that participate that are afraid of dogs and we want everyone to have an enjoyable experience.

Will Bathrooms be available?

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