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Olivette’s 8th Annual 5K Turkey Trot is a chip-timed event with 2,000+ participants expected.

This family-friendly 5k run/walk course starts at Stacy Park, runs down scenic Old Bonhomme Road, and then through a paved, tree-lined trail, ending at Stacy Park.

Long-sleeve Tech T-shirts, refreshments, and music make the race a fun way to start your Thanksgiving Day!

Strollers and dogs on leashes are welcome but are asked to start at the back of the pack.

  • Starting line: at Stacy Park. In line with the first lone tree just west of the first opening into the parking lot as you’re turning off Old Bonhomme Road.
  • 1M: 10 feet east of Old Bonhomme Rd and Char Bean Lane intersection. Located on Old Bonhomme Road.
  • 2M: 15 feet south of Villa Ave W and Elkington Lane. Located on Elkington Lane.
  • 3M: 15 feet east of the Lindley Dr and Old Bonhomme Rd intersection. Located on Lindley Dr.

    Starting and ending at Stacy Park. The loop course takes runners over residential paved streets and onto a tranquil asphalt trail. Chip timing provided by Chronotrack ensures quick and accurate race results – no matter where in the pack you start!

    Race Day: Thanksgiving Day Nov 25, 2021
    7:00 – 7:45 am Packet Pickup
    7:00 – 7:45 am Walk-Up Registration
    8:00 am 5K Run/Walk Start
    8:50 am Kids Fun Run
    9:05 am Awards/Prizes

The Olivette Turkey Trot contributes 100% of its proceeds to the Harvey Kornblum Jewish Food Pantry.
Serving over 6,500 people each MONTH, the City is a proud sponsor of the Food Pantry.

COVI9-19 Safety: The 2021 Olivette Turkey Trot is being planned as a live event (with virtual components) and will follow St. Louis County’s required COVID-19 protocols.  If there are any updates provided by the county, we will post the new requirements as they are issued.

We encourage the wearing of masks or gaiters in the staging areas and when not out on the course.

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