Turkey Trot

REGISTRATION

Registration for the 2026 Turkey Trot 10K and Mile, sponsored by Tour Stafford VA is now open. All participants can earn a unique finisher medal and shirt. Turkey Trot 10K participants must be 10 years or older and able to maintain a 20 minute per mile pace while the Turkey Trot Mile is open to all ages.

Discounted military registration and early bird pricing for the 2026 Turkey Trot is now open.

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PARTICIPANT SHIRT SIZE GUIDES

All measurements are in inches.

Unisex Adult

Youth

How to Measure

• Chest: Place the tape measure under your arms at the fullest part of your chest, wrap it around your body until the ends meet, and note the measurement.
• Waist: Measure around your natural waistline. Don’t pull the tape too tight; leave a little give.
• Length: Measure from the top of the shoulder to the waist.

distinguished partiCIpant

In 2026, runners can now register for all five event weekends at one time with the 2026 Distinguished Participant bundle. Take on the Marine Corps 17.75K, Marine Corps Historic Half, Quantico 12K, one of the MCM Weekend events (MCM10K Virtual or MCM Live) and the Turkey Trot and earn a special medal!

Those who would like to participate in the Semper Fidelis Challenge as well as Distinguished Participant should register for the DP Bundle and ensure that they are registering for the Marine Corps Historic Half and the Marine Corps Marathon. This will allow individuals to be eligible for both challenges.

Ambitious runners who seek to earn this coveted title and exclusive medal in 2026 must register and complete one live event of the following tiers:

• Tier One: Marine Corps 17.75K on March 21
• Tier Two: Marine Corps Historic Half on May 17
• Tier Three: Quantico 12K on August 22
• Tier Four: 51st Marine Corps Marathonon October 25
• Tier Five: Turkey Trot 10K on November 21

TRANSFERS

The Marine Corps Marathon Organization does not permit transfers or deferrals for the 2026 events. All registrations are final and may not be transferred to another individual or postponed to a future year.

If you believe you may be unable to participate, we strongly encourage you to purchase Refund Protect through TEAK at the time of registration. This optional coverage provides protection for a wide range of unforeseen circumstances that may prevent you from attending on race day.

Please note: Any official deferments granted from the 2025 season will be honored for participation in 2026.

RUNNA

We’re thrilled to be the Proud Training Partner of The Marine Corps Marathon Organization, supporting thousands of runners as they train. We wish everyone the best of luck with their training and will be there with you, every step of the way! Ready to start your training? Download Runna today and use the code MCMO26 for a 2-week free trial!

Event Map

Open to runners ages 10 and over, the 10K features a fast course through the tree-lined roads of Marine Corps Base Quantico. Rolling through Marine Corps Base Quantico’s tree-lined, winding roads and wraps back along the Potomac River. The Turkey Trot boasts a start and finish (Catlin Ave.) alongside Lejeune Hall.

general information

base access

In accordance with Marine Corps Base Quantico (MCBQ) policy, all runners, volunteers, spectators and sponsors requiring access to the base for the MCM Event Series must have an approved ID and be registered into the Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS), prior to being allowed on base. All individuals, age 18 and above, who do not possess a valid Department of Defense (DoD) issued ID card (CAC – Common Access Card & TESLIN – active, retiree, dependent, reserve, individual ready reserve) must register into the Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) and stop by the Visitor Control Center (VCC) to obtain a visitor pass. Passes can be applied for 30 days in advance and obtained at the VCC up to 14 days in advance of an event. Plan in advance for any MCM Event Series date to obtain the required access pass.

runner’s Guide

Packet Pickup

Runners will be required to pick up the specially designed, commemorative bib with timing tag, turkey-themed long sleeve technical participant shirt and other event material during the designated Packet Pick-up time. Runners must show the E-card at Packet Pick-up either printed out or displayed on a phone.

When

Friday, November 20 from 12:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.- Full Distance Brewing, 650 Corporate Dr #101, Stafford, VA 22554!

Can’t make it?

For runners unable to attend Packet Pick-up on Friday, November 20, a designated representative may obtain event materials with proper documentation. The individual picking up the bib for a registered runner must present a hard or digital copy of the completed E-card with a copy of the runner’s photo ID, as well as a copy of his/her ID. Please obtain the runner’s preferred shirt size.

E-Cards are emailed to the registered runner before the event.

Parents may sign waiver and retrieve packets for children under 18 years of age.

Proxy pickup is only available Friday, November 20.

volunteers

Lend a hand

Opportunities to work alongside U.S. Marines range from assembling runner packets and shirts to supporting a water point, food station, medical aid station, runner’s hospitality or the start and finish areas on event day.
All volunteers take pride in supporting thousands of individuals striving to achieve a running goal.

Volunteers receive a letter of appreciation for each event supported. Individuals and groups are encouraged to volunteer throughout the year. Support opportunities are announced at a minimum of six weeks prior to each event.

runner’s Guide

START TIME

10:00 am est

ARRIVAL DETAILS

The Turkey Trot Mile starts at 9:30 a.m. and Turkey Trot 10K starts at 10:00 a.m. on Catlin Avenue alongside Lejeune Hall.

Water points

There will be two water points located along the course near the following locations:

• WP 1 is at Mile 1.6 at former Marine Federal Credit Union building
• WP 2 is at Mile 4.5 at Barnett Avenue, in front of G-3 Supply

baggage

Runners should use the clear plastic bag provided at Packet Pick-up to store personal items on event day. Check the bag at the Baggage Area on event day and retrieve baggage from the same location after a successful finish.

awards

Overall, Masters, Grand Masters and age category winners will receive a gift card, courtesy of Wegmans.

All awards for the Turkey Trot must be picked up in person at the event.

Finisher certificates

Finisher Certificates may be accessed by clicking the arrow next to a runner name on the results page or within a runner’s Haku participant account.

results

The Turkey Trot 10K Results are here! If your time is incorrect or there are any issues- click the results adjustment below.

Semper Fi!

getting there

Driving directions to Turkey Trot 10K and Mile parking:

From I-95 South – take Exit 148. Turn left on Russell Road. Proceed 1 mile to gate. Continue 2.5 miles to parking and event areas. Follow MCMO Event Series parking signs.

From I-95 North- take exit 148. Turn right onto Russell Road. Proceed 3/4 mile to gate. Continue 2.5 miles to parking and event areas. Follow MCMO Event Series parking signs.

The back and main gates may experience some impacts on traffic flow during this period due to the influx of participants arriving for the events. Once roads are closed, traffic coming in from the Main Gate (Fuller Rd) will be able to access the Commissary/Exchange from Fuller Road up to Purvis Road. Traffic entering the Back Gate (Russell Road) will not affect access to the Commissary/Exchange. From the back gate, once the roads close, you can access areas like the Golf Course and housing via Purvis Road, then back out to Fuller Road.

Parking

Participant parking is available in multiple locations near the start and finish line. Signs will direct participants to these lots from both exit 148 and 150 off I-95:

• Facilities Maintenance, Barnett Avenue – Continue past Clubs of Quantico, through traffic circle. Right at stoplight, right into Facilities Maintenance parking
• Diamond Hall – Continue past Clubs at Quantico, take Dunlap. Right on Thomas. Turn right on Roan Road. Follow Street, turn Right on Ruhl Street
• The Clubs at Quantico via Dunlap Rd through traffic circle, just before the traffic circle. Park and walk to end of street and cross over to Russell Road

Runners may not park in the Lejeune Hall parking lot on Catlin Avenue, Crossroads Inn on Russell Road or at Barber Physical Activity Center on Barrett Road.

Road closures

There are minimal road closures for the Turkey Trot 10K and Mile.

The following buildings will have no or limited access during the event on Saturday 22 November:

• Davis Building
• Quantico Chapel
• MCCS Headquarters
• Barber Physical Activity
• Yale Hall
• Marsh Center
• Lejeune Hall
• MCIA
• Bruce Hall
• Naval Health Clinic Quantico
• Motor Pool
• Newlin Hall

usmc museum

The National Museum of the Marine Corps is a lasting tribute to U.S. Marines–past, present and future. Adjacent to Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, these world-class, interactive exhibits surround visitors with irreplaceable artifacts, immersing them in the sights and sounds of Marines in action. You are invited to follow in the footsteps of Marines: from the yellow footprints that young recruits must fill at boot camp to the boot prints left in the sands of Pacific Island beaches during World War II, in the snow of the Chosin Reservoir during the Korean War, and in the red dirt of Hill 881 South in Vietnam. Free admission and parking.

LODGING

visit stafford

Adventure awaits in D.C.’s backyard. Extend your trip before or after the race and spend a few hours or a night relaxing and recharging in Stafford County, Virginia. Explore rich history, the great outdoors, spirits, arts and culture, and so much more. Visit TourStaffordVA.com and check out our pre-planned itineraries, book your stay, and tour Stafford, Virginia.