7,210 Trotters Take Part in 100th Anniversary Troy Turkey Trot

TROY, NY (Nov. 24, 2016) — A festive atmosphere filled the air today as 7,210 participants took part in the 100th anniversary of the Troy Turkey Trot, presented by Pioneer Bank. The event, the 11th largest and 12th oldest Turkey Trot in the nation, stepped off at 8 a.m. with the area’s only 10K. During…

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Trotters Invited to Enter Fourth Annual Costume Contest

Troy, NY (November 14, 2016) — If you’re planning to run in the 100th anniversary edition of the Troy Turkey Trot and want to participate in the event’s popular costume contest, event organizers want you to let your imagination run wild! “The costume contest is always a highlight of the 5K and our entries are…

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Buy a Beanie and Another Gets Donated!

Twill is a small giving company from historic Albany, NY. For every Twill product sold, another is given to a local friend in need. Today you can add a Charcoal Twill Beanie on to your event ticket and pick it up at the event. When you add your beanie on to your order, you will…

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Registration Open for 100th Anniversary Edition of Troy Turkey Trot

Participants Encouraged to Give Generously to Event Charities: Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York, Joseph’s House & Shelter TROY, N.Y. (November 2, 2016) — A festive atmosphere will fill the air Thanksgiving morning when the Troy Turkey Trot, presented by Pioneer Bank, takes place in the historic hometown of Uncle Sam. This year marks…

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2016 Troy Turkey Trot Fact Sheet

WHAT: The 69th Troy Turkey Trot featuring a 10K, 5K, Grade School Mile and Turkey Walk. The event is the 11th largest and 12th oldest Turkey Trot in the nation. This year marks the Trot’s 100th anniversary, which was founded as a remembrance run for veterans in 1916.  2016 also commemorates 200 years of the Collar…

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Message from Mayor Madden

On behalf of the City of Troy, welcome! We are thrilled to announce the 100th Anniversary of the Troy Turkey Trot and proud to showcase some of the Collar City’s most historic neighborhoods as we commemorate our Bicentennial Celebration and 200th Birthday throughout 2016. This race is one of the largest events that Troy holds…

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Trot Training Challenge Set to Launch For Thanksgiving Day Races

10-Week Program Will Help First Timers Complete First 5K, Established Runners Tackle a 10K TROY, NY (September 16, 2016) — Organizers of the region’s largest turkey trot will launch the fourth annual Trot Training Challenge on Monday, Sept. 19 to prepare novice and intermediate runners for any of the six local turkey trots held Thanksgiving…

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