Daddy's Turkey Trot

Daddy’s Turkey Trot — Run, Walk & Give Back

Join Banana Daddy and The Weekly Warm-Up Club on Saturday, November 21st, for a morning of movement, community, giveaways, and special treat from Daddy.

Led by Jess Rose McDowell, an RRCA-certified run coach and founder of The Weekly Warm-Up Club, this all-levels 5K run/walk begins and ends at Banana Daddy Midtown.

3415 NE 1st Ave, Miami, FL 33137.

Whether you’re running for a personal best or walking with friends, you’re welcome here. After the route, stick around for approximately an hour to cool down, connect, enjoy your Banana Daddy sundae, and join the post-run giveaways.

Banana Daddy is Miami’s banana soft serve shop, bringing the community a better-for-you treat made from ripe bananas and coconut milk. Simple ingredients paired with big banana energy!

The schedule

7:15 a.m. — Check-in opens

7:50 a.m. — Group warm-up

8:00 a.m. — 5K run/walk begins

Allow approximately 45–60 minutes on the route, followed by an hour of post-run fun at the shop.

View the 5K route on Strava

Tickets & what’s included

$25 per person • Limited to 100 participants

Your ticket includes the guided 5K run/walk, group warm-up, a Banana Daddy sundae valued at $14, a gift from IM8, local Miami DJ, and the opportunity to win prizes in our sponsored giveaways.

Sponsors & Giveaways

We’re bringing together a lineup of fitness, wellness, and recovery partners for multiple post-run giveaways, including:

Studio Three

Manta Sleep

IM8

RNWY

Agogo

Saint James Iced Tea

Act + Acre

Banana Daddy

Final prize combinations will be announced as the event approaches.

Give your sneakers a second life!We’re partnering with Soles4Souls for a sneaker donation drive. Have a pair of used tennis shoes or sneakers you’re ready to pass along? Bring them to the collection point at Banana Daddy and help support the charity’s work.

Shoe donations are encouraged, but completely optional. You do not need to donate shoes to participate or receive your ticket perks.

What to bring

Comfortable running or walking shoes

Water

A sweat towel

An optional pair of used tennis shoes to donate

All levels welcome—run or walk! You must be registered and participate in the 5K to receive your Banana Daddy sundae and be eligible for the giveaways.

A little movement, a little giving back, and a sweet finish. See you at Banana Daddy!