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Turkey Trots around Lakeland, FL

Start your Thanksgiving Day celebrations with a run before gobbling up your dinner.

A silhouetted runner on Lake Hollingsworth at sunset

Start your Thanksgiving Day off on the right foot.

If you can’t wait for your daily run, there’s no need to skip out on Thanksgiving. Register now for these three Turkey Trots happening this weekend to break a festive sweat.

👟 2022 Run for the Pies 5K & 3K Fun Run | Thursday, Nov. 24 | 7-10 a.m. | Holloway Park, 2402 Holloway Park Dr. | $20+
Runners of all ages can join the Lakeland Runners Club for two runs — all registrants will receive a voucher for a free pie from Frescos Southern Kitchen & Bar.

👟 2022 Top Bird Virtual Turkey Trot | Dates and times vary | Virtual | $28+
Choose your own time and location for this virtual 5K run featuring digital progress tracking.

👟 Turkey Tri | Saturday, Nov. 26 | 6 a.m. | Lake Eva Community Park, S. 3rd St., Haines City | $55+
Compete in this triathlon by running, biking, or paddling around Lake Eva in a canoe or kayak.

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