19th Annual TROT AGAINST POVERTY 5K

The 19th Annual Trot Against Poverty 5K is back in Riverside Park on Thanksgiving morning, Thursday, November 26, 2026. It's a great way to get moving before the big meal. Every step supports United Against Poverty, which helps local families build brighter, more stable futures.

The race welcomes all ages and paces. Serious runners can go for a fast time, and the rest of us can gather the family for an easy holiday walk. There's even an award for the fastest stroller. Look for Turkey Tom, the 25-foot inflatable turkey, and get your holiday photo with him.

The event runs from 7:30 to 10:00 AM at 3250 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach. Registration is $40 through November 25 at 11:59 PM, and the price goes up after that. The first 1,800 people to register get the popular Trot race shirt, so it pays to sign up early. You can register online through the race's RunSignUp page.

Packet pickup is Tuesday, November 24 and Wednesday, November 25, from 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM, at United Against Poverty's IRC Campus, 1400 27th St, Vero Beach. Awards go to the overall winners, masters runners, the top three in each age group, and the fastest strollers.

Details and any updates: the organizer's page.