location_city Palatka
location_on Florida
flag United States
calendar_today 27 Nov, 2025
directions_run Running
language Official Website
RegisterBENEFICIARY
Proceeds from the race will benefit the ministry of WHIF 91.3 Hope FM.
WHEN
Thanksgiving Day
Thursday, November 27, 2025 - 9:00 AM
WHERE
Riverfront Park
100 Memorial Parkway
Palatka, FL 32177
ENTRY FEES
Trot, walk, jog, or run 2 miles... It's all for fun!
EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT 2 Mile Pre-Registered Entry Fee = $20 (must register by September 30)
2 Mile Pre-Registered Entry Fee = $25
2 Mile Race Day Entry Fee = $30 (cash/check only)
Also featuring the Tiny Tot Turkey Trot Kids Fun Run!! Kids run will be FIRST at 9:00, followed by the main run around 9:15.
Kids Fun Run Entry Fee = $10
Please add $1 for XXL and $2 for XXXL shirts.
In the event of inclement weather, emergency or a natural disaster, Hope FM and RaceSmith reserve the right to cancel or postpone the race. In the event of cancellation or postponement, there will be no refunds.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Pre-Race Packet Pick Up/Registration: Wednesday, November 26, 2025, 10 - 2 PM at Hope FM, 3419 St. Johns Ave, Palatka, FL 32177
Race Day Packet Pick Up/Registration: Thursday, November 27, 2025, 8:00 - 9:00 AM at Riverfront Park.
Kids Fun Run start - 9:00 AM; 2 Mile Race start immediately following, likely 9:15 AM
AWARDS
The Trot for HOPE will be a non-competitive, non-scored, fun, festive holiday event; be sure to look at the display clock when you finish, for your time. All finishers will receive a finisher's medal as they cross the finish line. Top 5 male and top 5 female finishers will receive a prize TBD.
The first five finishers of the Tiny Tot Turkey Trot will receive a prize TBD.
TEAM COMPETITION
Sign up with your church, school, business, club, or family to be eligible for the team competition. A prize will be awarded to the team with the most participants at the event: a Kona Ice Party for up to 50 people and a trophy!
AMENITIES
T-shirts, goody bag, post-race refreshments, event photos shared online. T-shirts in desired sizes available while supplies last. Register early to be sure to get one!
Day-of event coffee will be provided by Gem City Coffee.
Nov 27, 2025
Distance — Other
Type — Road running
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Nov 27, 2025
Distance — 5K
Type — Road running
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Palatka is a town of 20,000 people (2020) on the banks of St. Johns River in North Central Florida. One of the earliest cities to develop in the state, the city is home to charming historic neighborhoods and notable state landmarks. The area also offers numerous outdoor activities. These range from skydiving and kayaking to boating and golfing. Home to many festivals throughout the year, one event in particular pays homage to the city's most popular flower, the azalea. The flower can be viewed prominently throughout the city in early March, coinciding with riverfront festivities. The unique mixture of southern hospitality and Florida culture make Palatka a "must experience" destination for the roaming traveler.
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