YWCA Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia will host their  44th Annual Women’s Turkey Trot 5K.

This race is a part of the YWCA promotion of women’s health and safety and is one of the longest running women only races in the region. In 2024, women’s health is more important than ever. Staying active and doing so safely can help contribute to your mental health and well-being during these times of high stress. Funds raised from the event benefits YWCA NETN and SWVA crucial community programming:

- STEM afterschool enrichment for at-risk girls
- affordable, quality childcare
- teen pregnancy and parenting support
- financial literacy and workforce development
- family resiliency resources

No one is too young or too old to take part in this race! Leashed pets and strollers are also welcome. Men can register for the race and receive a race day tee shirt, but they are not eligible to win a race category. Participants have the option to run or walk a USTAF certified route through historic Bristol, Tennessee starting near the iconic Bristol Sign and ending at YWCA's building. Start a new family tradition by participating in the YWCA Turkey Trot.

The YWCA Turkey Trot 5K is only one component of the YWCA's health and safety initiative. As a part of our mission to encourage health and wellness, YWCA hosts self-defense classes, and provides physical activity in our childcare center and in our TechGYRLS program. We also host several volleyball leagues and clinics.

All participants will receive a unique race t-shirt.

Course Info:

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Cost:

Cost of preregistration is $30, and $35 on race day.

Click here to Register