2025 Diakonia Turkey Trot

4th Annual Thanksgiving 5K Run/Walk

Ocean City, MD Boardwalk | Near the Inlet Parking Lot
Wednesday, November 27, 2025
Registration opens at 8:00 AM | Race begins at 9:00 AM

Start your Thanksgiving morning with purpose. Join Diakonia for our 4th Annual Turkey Trot—an energizing 5K Fun Run & Walk along the Ocean City Boardwalk that supports our mission to provide food, shelter, and critical resources to those in need across Maryland’s Eastern Shore.

This is a dog-friendly event.

Registration Details

Register here!

Individual Tickets

• Early Bird: $30 (must register by October 14)
  Guaranteed t-shirt size if registered by deadline
• General:
  • $35 (before November 20)
  • $40 (day-of, until 9:00 AM)

Team Sign-Up
To join or form a team, simply purchase an individual ticket and enter your team name during registration.
Top teams will be recognized for the most funds raised and for completing the event together.

Event Highlights

• Music, Thanksgiving Day fun & Registration starting at 8:00 AM
• Runners start at 9AM & Walkers start at 9:05AM
• Turkey Day costume contests for individuals, families, and pets prior to race time!
• Prizes awarded for the costume contest winners and the runners in every category!
• Complimentary t-shirts for the first 250 participants
  (Guaranteed t-shirt sizes for those registered by October 14)

Sponsorship Opportunities

Deadline to reserve: November 1, 2025

Partner with Diakonia as a sponsor and showcase your business while giving back to the community.

Sponsorship Levels

Platinum Sponsor – $2,500

• 20 complimentary race entries
• Logo featured on event t-shirts
• Exhibitor table at the event
• Recognition in all event advertising and social media
• Banner placement in registration area (banner must be provided)
• 3 signs along the walk route

Gold Sponsor – $1,250

• 10 complimentary race entries
• Medium logo on event t-shirts
• Social media recognition
• Banner placement in registration area (banner must be provided)
• 2 signs along the walk route

Silver Sponsor – $500

• 4 complimentary race entries
• Small logo on event t-shirts
• Social media recognition
• 1 sign along the walk route

T-shirt Sponsor – $250

• 2 complimentary race entries
• Logo printed on event t-shirts

To Reserve A Sponsorship:
Ken Argot
Phone: (410) 213-0923
Email: [email protected]

For Questions, Contact:
Amy Ginnavan
Email: [email protected]

All proceeds directly support Diakonia’s programs and services.
Click here to learn more or to register!