YMCA Bethesda-Chevy Chase and the Bethesda Chevy Chase Rotary are proud to invite you to the 44th Annual Turkey Chase Charity Race! Join the thousands of participants from Bethesda, Chevy Chase, and worldwide who’ve raised millions of dollars for kids in our community! Run, Walk, Swim, or Bike! Whether you want to participate in person or virtually, everyone can be a part of this 40+ year community tradition!

175 for 175 Challenge!

Raise $175. Change a Child's Future. In celebration of the YMCA's 175th anniversary, we're recruiting 175 champions to raise $175 each.

That's just:
✅ 5 friends giving $35
✅ One social post
✅ One real impact on a local child

Every dollar supports YMCA programs that provide:

• Safe places after school
• Caring mentors
• Health and wellness opportunities
• Access for families who need financial assistance

Become a Sponsor

Show the community your company supports kids mental and physical health!  Email tracy.miller@ymcadc.org for information on sponsorship opportunities.

Not Running? Join the Volunteer Team.

We depend on dozens of volunteers who help create a safe and memorable race-day experience. Volunteer registration opens on August 17th.

Turkey Chase Race Week

Meet us at the big WHITE tent on the field at YMCA Bethesda-Chevy Chase, 9401 Old Georgetown Road, Bethesda, MD.

Tuesday, November 24
Packet Pickup 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Wednesday, November 25
Packet Pickup 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Thursday (Race Day), November 26
🟢 6:30 AM – Packet Pickup Opens
🏃 8:30 AM – 10K Start
🏃‍♀️ 9:00 AM – 2-Mile Walk/Run Start
🏃‍♀️ 9:30 AM - 50 Meter Tot Trot Start
🏆 10:00 AM – Awards Ceremony

NO PAPER registration on-site. You will need to register using the online registration link. Online registration will remain open until the race starts. 

History of the Turkey Chase

The Turkey Chase Charity Run originated in 1982 in partnership with the YMCA Bethesda Chevy Chase and Bethesda Chevy Chase Rotary. This year’s Turkey Chase Charity Run will benefit more youth and families in the metropolitan area. The Y’s Turkey Chase is one of the largest 10K's in the metropolitan area and the largest fundraiser for the YMCA and Rotary.