Saxonburg Truthahntrab 5k and 1K Fun Run

Join us for the annual Truthahntrab 5K and support the Knoch cross country and track teams while experiencing the charm of Saxonburg! Mark your calendars for 9am November 28th, the Saturday after Thanksgiving. 

All proceeds will directly support the Knoch cross country and track and field programs. Your strides will not only carry you towards the finish line but will also pave the way for promising athletes to pursue their passions.

"Truthahntrab," meaning "Turkey Trot" in German, captures the essence of our Germanic roots dating back to 1832 when the town was settled by German immigrants.

You'll have the chance to earn unique turkey-themed race awards and refuel with post-race snacks including: Bavarian soft pretzels, hot chocolate and coffee. Compete in the 5K or the 1K Fun Run. We are adding additional awards for our popular team division which is a perfect opportunity to run/walk with family, friends, and co-workers while enjoying the picturesque countryside. 

The 5K is a scenic out-and-back course. Start at Roebling Park and take a lap around town before heading out to the former Saxony Farms' rolling pastures and lake before returning and finishing at the park. The course is almost entirely paved with the exception of a short gravel area near the turnaround/lake. 

The 1K will start shortly after the 5K start and complete one lap around town before finishing at the park. All 1K finishers receive a turkey trot ribbon!

After the race, be sure to visit charming Main Street as we prepare to kickoff Small Business Saturday.

AWARDS

• Trophies for top 3 overall male and female
• Medals for top 3 in each age group (trophies awarded to winners in 0-9, 10-14, 15-19)
• Age groups are 0-9, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70&up
• Top 3 teams will receive awards (Teams score based on total time of top 3 runners; no gender requirements)
• All Fun Run participants receive a fun turkey ribbon.

>> Online registration closes Friday evening 11/27. After that you will need to register in person

>> You may register in-person at early packet pickup Friday evening OR the morning of the race starting at 7:30am. We will only accept EXACT cash, check or Venmo for in-person registrations. (No credit cards for in-person)

>> Early packet pickup will be Friday 11/27 5pm-630pm at Speckled Hen Chocolate Company, 656 Saxonburg Blvd, Saxonburg, PA 16056. 

>> Discounted registration ($20) for ages 15 and under, $35 for everyone else.

>>Register by Sunday, November 15th to guarantee a t-shirt. 

Trophies for top 3 overall male and female
Medals for top 3 in each age group (trophies awarded to winners in 0-9, 10-14, 15-19)
Age groups are 0-9, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70&up
Top 3 teams will receive awards. NOTE: Teams score based on total time of top 3 runners; no age/gender requirements

All Fun Run participants receive a fun turkey ribbon.

Some of last year's awards are shown below.

View on MapMyRun

The race will start/finish at Roebling Park. There is plenty of parking near the start/finish line for the race. Parking is available at:

• Saxonburg Museum  147 N. Rebecca St, Saxonburg, PA
• Saxonburg Presbyterian Church - large lot behind the church, use Rebecca St entrance
• Gravel lots along Isabella St near the tan warehouse (To The Limit MotorSportz)
• Along Main St (except along the course between Isabella and Rebecca)
• Saxonburg Library 240 W Main St
• Saxonburg Hotel 220 W Main St
• Saxonburg Fireman's Lot - Horne Ave

NOTE: the roads surrounding the course will be closing at 845am and will not re-open until 10am. If you arrive late or need to leave before 10am please park along Main St or elsewhere in town. 

Please do NOT park in the Sprankle's parking lot (Water St) so their customers may use those spaces.  

We want to thank our sponsors for their generosity and support. Please take the opportunity to support these businesses who have supported us.

2024 Platinum / Presenting Sponsor

2024 Sponsors

2023 Sponsors

Platinum

New Life Christian Ministries

Gold

 Penn United
Abella Enterprises Corp
Coherent
Speckled Hen Chocolates
Saxonburg Area Business Association

Silver

 Smoke Shoppe
Believe N U Fitness
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services TPR- The Hutterer, Stahl & Kadyk Team
Sprankles
Saxonburg Rotary
Mr. Furnace Filter

Bronze

 C. Matus
Novotny's Pizza
mandy's cookie co
Scene Setter
WoodmenLife

We need volunteers to help out on raceday, so please contact us using the link on the main page if you are able to help.