Seniors First Turkey Trot 5k

Seniors first is the beneficiary of the proceeds of this fun race on Thanksgiving. Apart of the Track Shack races, the 2013 race was the 24^th annual race. I love a race with great costumes, and this years winner is the duck dynasty family, so cool.
It is a timed event, so I picked up my packet information at Track Shack prior. Some vendors were on site giving away coffee – super because it was 38 degrees at the start of the race.
Because it is more of a fun event, be prepared for plenty of pets and strollers. Port o Pottys are also available. Great run through lake Eola area– got to see some spots I never noticed before.
Super family fun event, and great way to start the holiday season!

What a fantastic way to start the Thanksgiving holiday and for a great cause! I didn’t realize it is a yearly tradition in the city as it was our first time participating. It is very family friendly (lots of strollers too) and there is no pressure to actually run the entire race which I like. It’s all about having fun whether you walk, run, trot, waddle, whatever!!!
Before the race they had a best costume contest and best turkey call contest. Didn’t get there for the judging but got to see all the people that got into dressing up. Lots of folks dressed as Turkeys, Pilgrims, Indians, etc!
The race itself starts at Lake Eola and winds through Downtown and the Thornton Park area. Loved all the homeowners and residents along the route cheering everyone on. Such an awesome community to be a part of!
At the end of the race there were tables with complimentary bottles of water, bananas and bagels (all varieties) which is always cool.
Loved this race and will aim to make this a yearly tradition for my husband and I!