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A: Turkey costumes must be head to toe, including a headpiece, beak, feathers (or plume) on the back, black, white or brown bodysuit or shirt and pants, and webbed feet. These can be made of paper, fabric, you name it! View an Example
A: The most important way to participate in the world record is by sporting a head to toe turkey costume at the race. Race attendees must also sign up to participate in setting the record when they register for the race online or when they visit any Capital One Bank branch in Dallas.
By registering for the world-record event, participants will receive a certificate via e-mail marking their participation. Register for the race and receive twenty-five free visits to any YMCA in Dallas! Be prepared to cluck all day as the record requires costumes be worn throughout the entire event.
Submit a video of how you made your turkey costume and we'll post it on our YouTube page for all to see! We'll also be selecting the best entries and awarding them with free Texas Rangers gear, tool kits, and so much more! We welcome as many submissions as you can create!
A: There are a few different ways to register:
MAIL-IN - Postmarked by Wednesday, November 9th.
WALK-IN - You can register in person at Luke’s Locker between November 16-23rd and pick up your packet at that time.
ONLINE - Online registration begins late July.
RACE DAY -You can register race day in the underground parking area at City Hall.
Please plan on additional time if you choose race day registration. Early arrival ensures you won't miss the race start.
A: No, the cost is the same, no matter which course you choose.
A: Yes. A $5.00 charge is added for each participant that chooses to be timed. You may still participate in either the 8 mile or the 5K as an untimed participant.
A: No, the Trot Tot is a reduced fee for your youngsters to "officially" participate with their family and receive their own special Trot shirt and race number. Great family traditions include their Trot Tots. Trot Tots are limited to 6yrs of age and younger.
A: Yes, we have lots of walkers. We ask walkers to start at the back of the pack. There is a "time cutoff" at the 4 mile marker. Any participant hitting the 4 mile marker at 11 am will be asked to take a shorter route.
A: Friendly dogs on leashes are welcome. Owners maintain responsibility for their pets. Dogs must be registered for the event and will receive a Turkey Trot dog bandana. *Please see Dog/Stroller Policy at bottom of page.
A: As they travel at a higher speed, for the safety of others, rollerblades, Heelies, roller skates, scooters and bicycles are not allowed in the Capital One Bank Dallas YMCA Turkey Trot.
A. No. Unfortunately due to the size of the event we are unable to offer a bag check area.
A: If you register by mail or online, your packet will be available at Luke’s Locker beginning at noon on November 16th. For online registrations, please allow 2 days after registering before you pick up your packet. If you register in person at Luke’s between November 16th-23rd, you will pick up your packet when you register. If you register on Race Day, you will get your packet at City Hall.
A: Pick up your packets November 16th through the 23rd. Below are dates and times:
| Dallas | Plano, Allen & Colleyville |
| Wed-Fri, Nov 16-18 | Wed-Fri, Nov 16-18 |
| 10a-7p | 10a-7p |
| Sat, Nov 19 | Sat, Nov 19 |
| 9a-6p | 9a-6p |
| Sun, Nov 20 | Sun, Nov 20 |
| 12-5p | 12-5p |
| Mon, Nov 21 | Mon, Nov 21 |
| 10a-7p | 10a-7p |
| Tues, Nov 22 | Tues, Nov 22 |
| 8a-7p | 10a-7p |
| Wed, Nov 23 | Wed, Nov 23 |
| 8a-5p | 10a-3p |
A: Yes. The person picking up the packet(s) will need the participant's name. When picking up the packet there will be a list of names with bib numbers displayed. That is all that is needed.
A: No. With the upgrade to the new, improved ChronoTrack "D" Timing System, Championchip timing chips will not work. The disposable timing tag will be on the front of your race bib.
A: Yes. We need a separate, signed registration form for each participant, Trot Tot and dog, but one check can be sent in with all of the forms.
A: Yes, we have paramedics, radio operators and police officers patrolling the course. If you need assistance, just ask a volunteer or an officer for help. We also have water stops and restrooms located on the course.
A: Absolutely. We ask strollers to line up at the back of the pack. Don’t forget to register your child as a Trot Tot so they can have an official race shirt and number - Great family photo opportunity! *Please see Dog/Stroller Policy at bottom of page.
A: The Turkey Trot will provide water, Pepsi products, yogurt and fruit for our participants at no charge. Other vendors and sponsors often provide additional refreshments.
A: No matter what the weather, The Trot will go on!
A: Proceeds from the Capital One Bank Dallas YMCA Turkey Trot benefits YMCA programs for the Live Strong at the YMCA Lance Armstrong Cancer Collaborative, YMCA Urban Swim Program and scholarships for disabilities.
A: There are several adjacent lots in the surrounding areas of City Hall Plaza. We encourage people to ride DART, our official transportation provider of the Capital One Bank Dallas YMCA Turkey Trot. For more info, contact DART at www.dart.org. There is a convenient DART rail station at the adjacent Dallas Convention Center.
A: No.
*Dog/Stroller Policy:
All dogs and strollers are required to line up at the back of the pack. Please keep all dogs to a maximum 3 foot leash.
The Capital One Bank Dallas YMCA Turkey Trot is held in downtown Dallas at City Hall Plaza.
Major Dallas area roadways leading to downtown are I-35, I-30, and Hwy 75.
For Directions, Click HERE for the Course Map that includes driving directions.
Also...
Parking is available at several surface lots.
DART provides bus and light rail transportation to our event.
(City Hall Plaza is at the corner of Young and Ervay and DART rail has a nearby station at the Convention Center)
For MAPQUEST Directions(Click HERE), type in: 1500 Marilla, Dallas, TX 75202 for the address of Dallas City Hall.
We welcome participants from all 50 states and several countries at the Y Trot!
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