Baton Rouge Turkey Trot

Celebrating its 38th year, the Turkey Trot returns to Downtown Baton Rouge on the morning of Thanksgiving 2024. This race is a local thanksgiving tradition – one that serves the community by keeping them active and fit through racing and by partnering with the March of Dimes as a fund-raiser to help their organization financially and by spreading the word about the work they do.

Come run, walk or jog the 5K or the 1 mile fun run with your family and friends and #earnyourturkey.

FRESHJUNKIE Racing AmBADASSador Season 3

Exciting news! The FRESHJUNKIE Racing AmBADASSador program is evolving and expanding to create an even more dynamic and impactful network for Season 3! We're thrilled to introduce a new tiered structure designed to empower a wider range of passionate individuals to represent our races. This expansion allows us to connect with more runners, reach new communities, and amplify the excitement surrounding FRESHJUNKIE Racing events like never before. By engaging ambassadors at different levels of commitment and influence, we aim to cultivate a stronger, more interconnected community of advocates who can organically grow our network and introduce the thrill of FRESHJUNKIE Racing to a broader audience.

The Commitment

• • Wear ambassador gear whenever racing. You’re now a sponsored athlete. Proudly tell the world!

  • Volunteer at 3 Expos or Packet Pickups. Interact with expo attendees and promote the event at a designated booth, for at least one shift (3 hours)

  • Social media posts about our events – at least 4x month while using hashtag #FJRAmBADASSador and race specific hashtag (ex: Battleship12K = #RunToHonor) in posts for trackability

  • List FRESHJUNKIE Racing AmBADASSador in social media bios

  • Familiarity with race information/able to answer basic questions about our events at run clubs and/or on social media

  • Monthly appearance representing FJR at local run club/training run/other running events 

  • Train for and participate in FJR events

     

Think you have what it takes to become a FRESHJUNKIE Racing Ambassador? We want to hear from YOU! Join us in shaping the future of endurance sports and inspiring others to embrace an active lifestyle.

 

Questions? Email marketing@freshjunkie.com

 

 

The 2025 Athlete Guide presented by Team Patel is now available and can be viewed here: https://online.fliphtml5.com/kubet/pxse/

OVERALL AWARDS

The top finishers in the 5K will receive an overall award in the following categories:

• Overall Male and Female (1st, 2nd, and 3rd) - scored using GUN TIME
• Masters (40+) male and female (1st Only) - scored using GUN TIME
• Grand Masters (50+) male and female (1st Only) - scored using CHIP TIME
• Great Grand Masters (60+) male and female (1st Only) - scored using CHIP TIME

 

There are no Age Group awards for the 5K race.

 

There are no awards for the 1 Mile Fun Run.

 

All awards must be picked up at the event.  When registering, you can elect to have your results sent via text message or email to your phone.  These are sent within minutes of you finishing the race.  Results can also be checked at our TIMING AND RESULTS tent near the finish line.  Awards can be claimed AFTER 9:00am from the AWARDS Tent.  There are no Award ceremonies.  Awards will not be shipped post-race.

 

 

 

At FRESHJUNKIE Racing (FJR) events, participants should conduct themselves in a courteous manner, respecting all fellow participants, volunteers, event staff, and members of the community.  Participants are expected to follow the Rules of Competition outlined below. Unsportsmanlike conduct will not be tolerated.  Proper race etiquette is required at all times, including being aware of your surroundings and of announcements and instructions from event officials.

START

Please give yourself enough time to pick up your bib number and enter your corral. Only enter the corral you are assigned to or a slower one, and respect the event staff. Please be respectfully quiet during pre-race announcements and the playing of the National Anthem prior to the start.

HEADPHONES

The use of headphones is strongly discouraged. If you must wear headphones, be sure that you can hear all announcements and be extra-aware of your surroundings, including other participants and any vehicle traffic.

MOBILE DEVICES

The use of mobile devices for photography or social updates during the event is strongly discouraged, as it decreases your awareness of other participants around you. If you must use a mobile device, be sure that you can hear all announcements and be extra-aware of your surroundings, including other participants and any vehicle traffic.

URINATION

In accordance with State and City rules and laws, only use the toilet facilities provided by the event and/or open to the public. Please be considerate in portable-toilet lines; don’t cut in line or into another line. Never urinate in the corrals, along the course, at the post-finish walk-off, or in the post-race venue. You risk disqualification and a police summons if caught.

RUNNING COURTESY

While participating in the event, don’t run in groups of three or more abreast; wide groups become barriers to other runners. Don’t stop abruptly to drink at an aid station or to tie your shoelaces. Watch where you spit and blow your nose to avoid hitting other participants. If someone running behind you says, “On your left,” move to your right to let the runner pass. If someone says, “On your right,” move to your left.

TRASH

Our running events are conducted in public places—either city or state parks or streets. Please deposit any trash in the provided receptacles, including at aid stations. Be careful when discarding cups at aid stations so as to avoid hitting other participants.

SAFETY

If you encounter a runner in distress, offer assistance and/or report the situation to the nearest aid station. If it is a life and death emergency, call 9-1-1 if possible.

 

The 5K course and the 1 Mile course start and end on 4th Street at Convention Street in downtown Baton Rouge.  

 

The 1 Mile course will turn around on Spanish Town Rd and return to the finish line.

 

The 5K course leads runners around the State Capital and Arsenal Park before returning to the finish. 

 

CLICK HERE FOR AN ONLINE MAP OF THE 5K COURSE

 

 

COURSE TIME LIMITS

 

There is a 30 minute course limit to complete the 1 Mile Fun Run.  There is a 90 minute course limit to complete the 5K race.  This equates to a 29:00 min/mile pace, which is a comfortable walk. If you are unable to continue at this pace you will be helped into the SAG wagon and will be transported to the finish line.  The roads MUST be opened on time and runners not meeting the expected pace will not be allowed to continue on their own.

 

The Baton Rouge Turkey Trot 5K will feature mile markers at every mile and one well-supported water station.

 

 

FRESHJUNKIE Racing (FJR) and the Baton Rouge Turkey Trot have implemented a color-coded Event Alert System (EAS) for our races that will communicate the status of course conditions on race day. The levels range from Low (green) to Moderate (yellow) to High (red) to Extreme (black) based on the weather and other course conditions. On race day, the current EAS status will be communicated via color-coded flags at the start and finish areas and along the course at each medical station.  Decisions to delay, stop or cancel an event are NOT made on weather forecasts, which have been known to be wrong.  Decisions are made on race day based on the actual weather experienced.  Our goal is to hold a safe event and we wait as long as we can before making decisions that we cannot.  Our decision criteria is outlined below.  We will run in the rain as long as no lightning or thunder is present.

All participants should familiarize themselves with the EAS prior to the race, remain alert for directions from race officials, and take precautions to prepare properly for varying weather or course conditions on race day.

 

 

Participants will receive notifications before and during races using on-site announcements, social media, text and email notifications.  Additionally, on-course notifications will occur at aid stations with the use of color-coded flags and announcements from race staff and law enforcement personnel.  Utilization of transport vehicles and/or designated EAS physical locations along the course route may be activated for “HIGH” and “EXTREME” alert levels.

 

On-Course Medical Volunteers and additional runner support (fluids, etc.) will be directed to their designated physical locations to provide on-site care in the facility if the race is stopped.  Additional support will be deployed using EMS and medical support from finish medical area as deemed appropriate.

 

LIGHTNING/SEVERE WEATHER SAFETY GUIDELINES

 

This protocol is designed to provide information to participants, cities and towns along the course regarding FJR policies and procedures in the event of a weather hazard that includes severe weather conditions such as lightning and/or thunder.  To determine the proximity of lightning, FJR utilizes the National Severe Storm Laboratory (NSSL) flash-to-bang method in addition to weather monitoring services.

To use the flash-to-bang method, count the seconds from the time lightning is first sighted to when the clap of thunder is heard.  Divide this number by five to obtain the distance in miles from where the lightning occurred. (Example:  30 second count between flash and hearing bang… storm is 6 miles away)

Lightning awareness increases with the first visual sighting of a flash or clap of thunder regardless of how far away the storm may seem.  How fast the storm is moving, relative to the time it would take to find safe shelter for runners, staff, and spectators is considered.  Participants and spectators should remember the existence of blue sky and the absence of rain are not protection from lightning.

As a standard, by the time FJR staff monitors a flash-to-bang count of 60 seconds, event activities will begin to be paused or cancelled and instructions to all individuals to leave the site and reach a safe location will be given.  Resumption of activity will only be considered by waiting 30 minutes or longer after the last flash of lightning or sound of thunder is heard.  Depending on the timing and available roadway access, the event may not resume and be cancelled.  NOTE: refunds are not given in the event of cancellation due to weather, public emergency, or Acts of God.

 

COMMUNICATION

 

FRESHJUNKIE Racing has an established protocol for notifying participants should weather conditions cause a delay or stoppage in the race:

1. In person announcements over event speakers, PA systems, and/or police units are made instructing those present of any delay, stoppage or cancellation as well as instructions on where to move for safety
2. Notice of delay, stoppage or cancellation is immediately posted to our Social Media page(s)
3. Notice of delay, stoppage or cancellation is sent via text message to all participants who elected to receive text alerts during registration
4. Notice of delay, stoppage or cancellation is emailed to all registered participants.  If a participant has 'unsubscribed' to our emails, they may not receive this form of communication

Our top priority is runner safety and decisions are made with that in mind, but we will do everything we can to hold the event as scheduled.  This means we DO NOT alter or cancel event plans based on weather forecasts before race day.

 

GENERAL INFORMATION

DO YOU LIMIT THE NUMBER OF RUNNERS IN EACH RACE?
The 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run are not capped at this time.

 

WILL YOU HAVE PACERS?
There are no pacers for the Baton Rouge Turkey Trot 5K or the 1-Mile Fun Run.  

Runners will self-seed in corrals according to their expected finish times.  Corrals with pace signs will be marked in the start chute.  The faster runners will be in the front, the slower runners will be in the back. All corrals have the same race start time with no set time gaps or delays between the corrals. Please pay attention to race announcements, on-site signage and instructions. 

 

CAN I HAVE CELL PHONES, FRIENDS, STROLLERS, DOGS ON THE COURSE?
We encourage you to invite friends and family to cheer you on along the course, but they are only allowed to run with you if they are registered runners. Per USA Track & Field rules, elements that could impede the safety of runners, such as bikes, skates, skateboards, strollers and pets on the course, are not allowed. The safety of our runners is our number one priority. By signing or clicking ’I Accept’ on any Baton Rouge Turkey Trot registration race waiver, you are agreeing to abide by the Rules of Competition.

 

CAN I WEAR HEADPHONES?
Yes, music devices with headphones are permitted to use on the course; however, participants must be alert to their surroundings at all times and must pay attention to important announcements made at the start line and on the course.

 

WHAT IF I LOSE SOMETHING THE DAY OF THE RACE?
Lost & Found is located near the awards area.  After the event, please contact info@turkeytrotbr.com to see if items were turned in.  Clothing items left in the start areas and along the course are immediately donated to charity and are not kept in Lost & Found.

 

REGISTRATION

CAN I DEFER MY ENTRY TO NEXT YEAR?

Yes, you may defer your entry to the next event year for a fee until 10 days prior to race weekend.  After that date deferrals are not allowed.  You will find the option to defer your race entry by going to your RunSignUp account: Profile -> My Registered Races -> Manage Registration -> Defer Registration.

 

CAN I SWITCH RACES?
Yes, you may switch to any race.  Fees may apply for any race distance change.  Race bibs are assigned according to what race you are registered for.  If you do not officially change your registered distance, your time scoring will not be accurate.  

The Transfer Event option can be found by logging on to RunSignUp, navigating to Profile > Upcoming Events > Manage Registration > Transfer Event. The Transfer Event option can be either located on the top of the page or on the left of the page. 

 

WILL THERE BE A VIRTUAL OPTION THIS YEAR?

We will not be offering a Virtual Race option this year for any distance race.  FRESHJUNKIE Racing is an in-person race production company. 

WHY HAVEN’T I RECEIVED AN EMAIL CONFIRMATION?

Note: If you did not receive your confirmation make sure to check the spam folder in your email box.  You will always be able to resend the registration confirmation for any registrations associated with your Profile (including any sub-accounts of yours) by following these steps:

1. Sign in to RunSignUp
2. Go to your Profile
3. See your events under Upcoming Events
4. Click Resend Confirmation next to the registration that you would like to resend the confirmation email
5. Check the email listed in your Profile for your registration confirmation

 

CAN I GIVE/SELL MY NUMBER TO ANOTHER RUNNER?

Entries are transferable, but must be done through our registration site, RunSignUp.  Transfers are allowed until 10 days prior to the event and do not incur any fees from us.   Completing the transfer through our system is MANDATORY.  This is for the safety of the runner as well as necessary to satisfy insurance requirements of the event. If a runner collapses or is otherwise injured during the race and is running as someone else, we would not have emergency information available for them. This could result in further injury.  Instructions on how to transfer to another runner can be found HERE.

 

CAN I TRANSFER MY ENTRY TO ANOTHER FRESHJUNKIE RACING EVENT?

You can transfer your race entry to another race owned by FRESHJUNKIE Racing as long as registration for the desired race is open and you are more than 10 days out from the race you are currently registered for.  A list of FRESHJUNKIE Racing events and calendar can be found here.   Completing these transfers may incur costs depending on what event(s) you are transferring to and from.   You can find instructions on how to complete a transfer to another FRESHJUNKIE Racing owned event by clicking HERE.

 

HOW CAN I SEE IF I’M REGISTERED?

Registration confirmation is available online for the 5K, and 1 Mile Fun Run. You may confirm a registration by using the Find A Participant menu option on this page.

 

WHERE DOES MY REGISTRATION FEE GO?

Your registration fee helps to pay for the necessary permits, infrastructure, shuttles, staffing, insurance, police, awards, SWAG, supplies, bibs, medals, shirts, and chip timing to produce all event-related activities.  Portions of every registration fee are directed to select charity partners throughout the year.

 

PACKET PICKUP

CLICK HERE for Packet Pickup Information.

 

GEAR CHECK

IS THERE A PLACE TO DROP BAGS AT THE START LINE?
No.  The distance and timing of the event do not warrant a Gear Check.  Any items dropped or left unattended at the race are done so at your own risk.  Unattended bags will be dealt with by security and police personnel.  

 

PARKING

WHERE SHOULD I PARK ON RACE DAY?
Parking is available on the streets and in public parking garages. Normal parking rules and fees will apply and be aware of NO PARKING SIGNS for Race Day that will be posted. Parking on N 4th St. on race day will result in your vehicle being towed.  CLICK HERE for an interactive parking map of Downtown Baton Rouge.

 

START & FINISH

WHERE DOES THE RACE START AND FINISH?
The 5k and 1 Mile Fun Run will start on N 4th Street at the corner of Convention St. Detailed maps are posted online and emailed to all registered runners prior to the event.

 

WILL THERE BE CORRALS?
Runners will self-seed in Corrals according to their expected finish times.  Corrals with pace signs will be marked in the start chute.  The faster runners will be in the front, the slower runners will be in the back. All corrals have the same race start time with no set time gaps or delays between the corrals.  Please pay attention to race announcements, on-site signage and instructions. 

 

WHERE CAN I MEET MY FAMILY AND FRIENDS AFTER THE RACE?
The easiest way to find your family and friends after the race is to have a plan beforehand.  The parking lot adjacent to the finish line is a good location to meet up.

 

COURSE AND RULES OF THE ROAD

IS THERE A TIME LIMIT FOR THE RACES?
City permits limit the race time available to participants. The courses will be closed at a 29:00 minute/mile pace. No race services including medical, aid stations or traffic control are available beyond this pace. In order to ensure safety, a Sweep Vehicle follows the race route to pick-up participants who are unable to maintain this pace on a consistent basis. Participants are required to board the Sweep Van when so instructed by Race Officials. Course Marshals are instructed to retrieve bibs of all participants who refuse to board the van when instructed to do so.

 

WHY IS THERE A TIME LIMIT?
In order to comply with city permits, streets crossing the route must be reopened to vehicular traffic on a set schedule.

 

WHAT HAPPENS IF MY PACE IS SLOWER THAN THE ALLOTTED TIME?
If you are caught by the Sweep Vehicle traveling at the 29:00 minute/mile pace, you MUST board the Sweep Van accompanying this vehicle for transport to the finish area. For your safety, the Baton Rouge Police Department does not allow runners to continue in the streets once the course has been re-opened to traffic. Keep in mind that race services, including water stations and medical aid, will be discontinued once the Sweep Vehicle comes through. 

 

WHAT IS NOT ALLOWED ON THE COURSE?
For the safety of our runners the following is not allowed: going backward, runners not wearing a race number, animals, bicycles, roller skates, roller blades, hand-crank chairs, wheeled vehicles and push-rim wheelchairs. Receiving outside assistance of any kind is not allowed. Outside assistance consists of, but is not limited to: receiving fluids, gels, food or any personal items from someone not serving in an official race capacity; receiving pacing assistance from any person that is not a registered participant of the race.  Abusive behavior or language directed toward any other participant, volunteer, police officer, or staff member is also not allowed. Any of these rules infractions can result in a time penalty or race disqualification. The discretion and final ruling resides with the Race Director.

 

IS THERE ENERGY GEL AVAILABLE ON THE COURSE?
No energy gels are provided for either distance race.  Water and Powerade are provided at a water station on the 5K course.

 

WHAT SPORTS BEVERAGE WILL BE ON THE COURSE?
Water and Powerade are provided at a water station on the 5K course.
 

MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR FUTURE RACE DATES

The Baton Rouge Turkey Trot is traditionally held on Thanksgiving Day, which is the FOURTH THURSDAY of November each year.  Below are the planned dates for the next five years:

• NOVEMBER 27, 2025
• NOVEMBER 26, 2026
• NOVEMBER 25, 2027
• NOVEMBER 23, 2028
• NOVEMBER 22, 2029

We hope to see you at many more races in the future!  For a list of all FRESHJUNKIE Racing events, please follow the link below.

FRESHJUNKIE RACING CALENDAR

 

 

PRE-RACE PACKET PICKUP AT DICK'S HOUSE OF SPORT

NEW Location: 6501 Bluebonnet Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70836

Date: Wednesday, November 26, 2025 

Hours: 10:00am - 6:00pm 

 

MAIL MY BIB

If you would like to have your race bib mailed to you, you can add this feature to your registration for $15 per registration.  If you add this, your bib will be mailed USPS Priority 16 days prior to the event.  You WILL NOT need to come to packet pickup before the race starts.  We will have your shirt and any other SWAG items available for you to collect AFTER you finish the race.  We ONLY mail your race bib to you.  You will still need to collect your shirt and SWAG items, but can do so in a designated area AFTER you finish the race.

 

RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP

Packet Pickup will be available on race morning at the race site from 6:00am to 7:15am.  We strongly encourage all participants to pick up their packet or have someone pick it up for them prior to race day.  Lines can be long so if you do have to pick up race day, please come early!

 

WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING WITH ME TO PICK UP MY PACKET?
Every participant in the 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run will receive a confirmation email the week of the race.  Please bring either that email or your original confirmation email and your photo ID to pick up your packet. 

 

CAN I AUTHORIZE ANOTHER PERSON TO PICK UP MY RACE PACKET?
If you are unable to get your packet, a friend can pick up your packet with a copy of your photo ID or a copy of your registration confirmation. Digital copies (your cell phone screen) are allowed.  

 

MAIL MY BIB SWAG PICKUP
If you paid to have your bib mailed to you, you will NOT need to attend Packet Pickup before the race starts. We will have your shirt and any other SWAG items available for you to pick up AFTER you finish the race. On race day, once you have finished, you can collect your SWAG items from the "Mail My Bib Swag Pickup" tent. You are welcome to attend a pre-race Packet Pickup as well, but it is not necessary.

 

The Baton Rouge Turkey Trot is produced by FRESHJUNKIE Racing (FJR).  FRESHJUNKIE Racing events are organized and directed under USA Track & Field (“USATF”) rules and regulations. Entrants must also comply with FRESHJUNKIE Racing rules and regulations.

 

SAFETY

Event Officials: All participants must follow the instructions of event officials (FJR staff and volunteers). For participants’ safety, no skates, skateboards, bicycles, hand crank cycles, push rim chairs or animals are permitted. Costumes covering the face, or any non-formfitting bulky outfit extending beyond the perimeter of the body, are not permitted.
FRESHJUNKIE Racing reserves the right to change the details of the event, including delaying, canceling, or suspending the race due to inclement weather or other potential safety risks. Participants must retire at once from the race if ordered to do so by event officials, medical staff, or any governmental authority, including firefighters and police officers.

Sportsmanship: Any participant who conducts himself or herself in an unsportsmanlike manner or who is offensive in action or language to event officials, other participants, volunteers, or spectators may be disqualified. Protests concerning the conduct of participants will be accepted for up to 24 hours after the posting of results by contacting an event official or sending an email to our communications team.

 

PARTICIPANT ENTRY AND RACE BIB

Application: All participants must provide accurate information, including age, gender, and emergency contact information, when filling out the event application. A participant may not change or add a team affiliation after an event has started.

Race Bib: Your official participant bib (running number) must be fully visible at all times and worn on the front of your torso. The timing device is attached to the back of your running number; in order to ensure an accurate time, please do not fold or wrinkle the bib or cover it with a jacket, runner belt, water bottle, or any other item. Participants who run the race without their bib properly attached and displayed risk not having their finish time and split times recorded and not being listed in the results. Runners without race bibs may be stopped and prohibited to enter the finishing chute. If your bib is lost on the course, please report it to an event official after the race.

Transfers Permitted: Race registrations are now transferable to other participants and your race registration can now be transferred to other FJR events.  There are restrictions, potential fees, and timing requirements related to these options.  Any and all transfers MUST be completed using our RunSignUp registration site.  Instructions can be found in our FAQs.  Recording official transfers is important and mandatory as it ensures race officials have accurate emergency contact information and correct insurance waivers for all participants in the event.  A participant who does not wear his or her assigned race bib/tag, or who is found to have transferred, bought, or sold entry without completing the official, required process in RunSignUp will be disqualified and suspended from subsequent FJR events.

No Refunds: Entry fees are non-refundable. Participants may defer entry to the following event year within a specified time frame for a fee. Participants may change race distances for the current event year within a specified time frame at either no charge, or for a fee depending on the time frame and what distances the participant is moving between.

 

THE START

Start Corrals: Participants are responsible for arriving at the start corrals and entering at the designated corral entry points before the corral closing times. Any participant who climbs over a barricade or otherwise enters improperly may be disqualified. For participant safety, once a corral is closed for entry, late-arriving participants must report to the last corral. Please follow the instructions of event officials when entering corrals.

Race Start: The race will be started by an air horn or cannon unless otherwise noted. All participants must be behind the starting line at the start of the race and must follow the instructions of the race starter.

 

TIMING

Official Times: Your official (chip time) finish time is recorded by the timing system from when you cross the starting line to when you cross the finish line. Results are sorted by chip time and this determines the order of finish and award winners—except the Overall and Master's category awards, which are awarded based on gun time.  Gun time starts when the race officially starts (gun shot) and ends when you cross the finish line. Gun time and chip time are both shown in your results.  Start timing mats will be removed after the start of the race based on what the size of the field warrants. After the start has closed, no runners will be allowed to start the race. If a runner chooses to start, they must forfeit their bib and will not be considered an active participant in the event.

 

THE COURSE

Course Marking: FJR events are conducted on professionally marked courses. Participants must stay within course boundaries, as designated by barriers, traffic cones, delineation, and/or other markings, at all times; must recognize and understand event signage and symbols relating to the course, directions, and facilities; and must follow the instructions of course marshals. Failure to do so may result in disqualification.

Course Monitoring: If you have not completed the entire course, do not cross the finish line. Participants with missing or irregular split times at official timing checkpoints will be reviewed and may be disqualified. If you must leave the course, rejoin it only at the point at which you exited. No participant, after leaving the course, will be allowed to rejoin the race either for the purpose of gaining a place or to pace or assist another competitor.

Assistance: Unofficial pacers or other unregistered participants are not permitted. A participant who receives outside assistance during an event from anyone other than official medical personnel or designated water stations may be disqualified.

Bandits: No individual who is not officially registered may join the event or accompany any participant in the event. Any person without an official bib will be directed to leave the course immediately.  Any registered participant receiving assistance or pacing from a bandit may be disqualified.

 

THE FINISH

Time Limit: In the interest of safety, and to allow streets and drives to reopen as scheduled, race courses will remain open to all participants who are able to maintain a 16:00-per-mile pace for half and full marathon distances and a 18:00-per mile pace for shorter distances. Some events may have a longer time frame, but all participants should be prepared to adhere to these standards.  Those participants who are not able to maintain this pace should be aware that fluid stations and other course amenities may not be available, and participants in races staged on city streets may be asked to move to the sidewalks and forfeit their race bib. Late participants will be able to cross the finish line, but they are not guaranteed to be timed and recorded as official finishers.

 

PROHIBITED ITEMS

The following items are prohibited from all FJR events and race venues:

A weapon of any kind, including firearms, knives, Mace, et cetera
Any dangerous item or “dual-use” item that could be considered dangerous, including hammers, saws, sharp objects, et cetera
Flammable liquids, fuels, fireworks, toxic chemicals, and explosives
Unmanned aerial devices, drones, survey balloons, photography mini-copters, and any flying device with an on/off switch.

 

GEAUX RUN LOUISIANA

Here, in this little corner of the American South, European traditions blend with Caribbean influences to create a history is as colorful as the local architecture, and food that is legendary. Haitian and African Creoles developed an exotic, spicy cuisine and were instrumental in creating Jazz and Zydeco.

Pick Your Passion – there’s lots to do around the state before and after your run. Click Here for LOUISIANA Travel and more information on planning your next trip.

 

EXPERIENCE THE CITY – THE RED STICK – FROM START TO FINISH

 

Running The Baton Rouge Turkey Trot can be an indulgent dip into the eclectic culture, lush landscape, welcoming community, and rich palate of this incomparable state.

Thanksgiving day is the single largest running day in the country each year.  In Louisiana, we run to eat and drink, and we want to show you how it’s done!

 

HOTEL PARTNERS

Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center
201 Lafayette Street
Baton Rouge, Louisiana  70801
800-955-6962

The Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center offers prime location, affordable rates, extended checkouts, 4-star service, and all of this while being in the center of all the action!  Enjoy the historic surroundings of the Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center hotel. Located downtown less than five minutes to the Louisiana State Capitol and 3 miles from Louisiana State University. Take the complimentary shuttle to and from the airport and within a five-mile radius of our Baton Rouge, LA hotel. Breathe easy in our smoke-free environment.

While booking rooms, please call Reservations directly at 1-800-955-6962.   

 

Hampton Inn & Suites Baton Rouge Downtown
462 Lafayette Street
Baton Rouge, Louisiana  70801
225-382-2100

The Hampton Inn & Suites Baton Rouge Downtown hotel is conveniently located in the heart of the bustling downtown business district. This modern hotel in downtown Baton Rouge is within walking distance to local attractions, businesses, the state capitol, and just a short drive to Louisiana State University or Southern University. Take advantage of the excellent location and enjoy a short walk into North Boulevard Town Square to enjoy live concerts and weekend festivals. Visit local attractions like the Shaw Center for the Arts and the Louisiana State Museum, or take the family for a fun day out to one of the beautiful city parks. We are also a short walk from a variety of exciting restaurants and bars, as well as the Belle of Baton Rouge Casino.

 

Watermark – Baton Rouge Downtown
150 3rd St.
Baton Rouge, Louisiana  70801
877-557-3097

A Truly Iconic and Unforgettable Downtown Baton Rouge Hotel with a stately presence and a storied past. Together offering one of the richest and most eclectic experiences available for any guest.

 

Hotel Indigo
200 Convention Street
Baton Rouge, Louisiana  70801
225-343-1515 or toll free 877-270-1392

Hotel Indigo Baton Rouge-Downtown Riverfront offers each guest a blend of modern contemporary living with the best in traditional hospitality.  Our hotel consists of 93 smoke free guest rooms, each with flat screen, high-definition televisions, coffee makers, and spa inspired showers. [Pet Friendly]

 

AIR TRAVEL

BATON ROUGE METROPOLITAN AIRPORT 

Fly into Baton Rouge and take a cab to your downtown hotel. We encourage you to explore our beautiful state and to Pick Your Passion, because we truly appreciate the Louisiana culture. You’ll appreciate that from Monday to Sunday of race week you can walk everywhere.

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1 Mile Fun Run/Walk: T-Shirt

5K Run/Walk: T-Shirt

Assisted 5K: T-Shirt