Waldenwoods Turkey Trot

Howell, United States • 1 Nov 2026

Event overview

The Waldenwoods Turkey Trot is a 5K trail run held on Sunday, November 1, 2026, at Waldenwoods Resort & Conference Center in Howell, Michigan. The course runs around Lake Walden. The event is a fundraiser for the Hartland Area Project; the announcement states that 100% of proceeds support the organization’s community programs for health, education, and economic growth.

Race details

Every participant receives a T-shirt, a goodie bag with post-race snacks, and a raffle ticket. Top male and top female finishers receive a 1-year Waldenwoods Resort membership valued at $1,800. The event includes additional raffle drawings. Onsite lodging is available in Chalet Cottages located steps from the race start line. Registration fees for 2026 were not yet listed in the event information. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

5 km
5k Turkey Trot
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