Amy King Memorial 5K Run/Walk

Thursday, November 26, 2026 | Thanksgiving Morning

Race Starts at 9:00 AM

Start your Thanksgiving with a meaningful community tradition! Join us for the Amy King Memorial 5K Turkey Trot, a 5K run and walk celebrating Amy’s life, her generous spirit, and her lasting impact on our community.

Whether you run, walk, volunteer, or cheer from the sidelines, every step helps carry Amy’s legacy forward.

New Look. New Location. New Course. New Date & Time. New Design!

This year’s Turkey Trot has a fresh new look while continuing the tradition and purpose that have made this event so special for more than two decades.

Race Location:
DoubleTree by Hilton Jamestown
150 W. 4th Street, Jamestown, NY 14701
Banquet Room – 2nd Floor

Race Start: 9:00 AM
In front of the Jamestown YMCA on 4th Street

Race Options:
5K Run or 5K Walk

Registration & Packet Pick-Up

Early Turkey Registration | Now–October 5
$30 — T-shirt included

Turkey Trot Registration | October 6–November 10
$35 — T-shirt included

Last-Minute Trotter Registration | November 11–25
$40 — No T-shirt

Race Day Registration | November 26
$45 — No T-shirt
Race-day registration closes at 8:30 AM.

Packet Pick-Up & Race-Day Registration:
7:00–8:30 AM at the DoubleTree

Race Day Fun

Come for the race and stay for the Thanksgiving morning atmosphere! Participants can enjoy live music before and during the race, breakfast hors d’oeuvres, awards following the race, and discounted hotel room rates.

The course is paved, generally flat, with some incline. Awards will be presented in multiple age divisions from 9 & under through 70+.

Why We Run

We run for Amy. We run for our community. We run to make a difference.

For 24 years, Amy’s Run has honored the life and legacy of Amy King — a kind, thoughtful friend with an open heart and a true zest for life.

Her memory continues to make a difference by supporting local children through YMCA programs, Amy’s Playce, and scholarships for graduating Southwestern Central School seniors.

Every step keeps Amy’s spirit moving forward.

Register Here Today

Gather your family and friends, lace up your running or walking shoes, and make the Amy King Memorial 5K Turkey Trot part of your Thanksgiving tradition!