Q: Where do I pick up my race number, timing chip, and swag?

Moss Bay Hall 111 Central Way, Kirkland WA 98033 – Day and time to be annouced

Q: Where does the event take place?

The event starts and finishes at Marina Park at 25 Lake Shore Plaza, in downtown Kirkland.

Q: What time does the event start?

The Turkey Trot  will begin at 9:00 am. The Kids Run will start at 10:00 and will contained within Marina Park

Q: Where should I park?

Because of the large size of the event, there is no available parking at Marina Park. However, there is plenty of parking at Heritage Park, City Hall and the Peter Kirk/library parking garage as well as on the city streets throughout downtown Kirkland. Please see our parking page for ideas.

Please click on this link to review the City of Kirkland Parking Guide and Map

Q: Are dogs allowed? How about strollers?

Pets are not allowed on course because of insurance reasons. Thank you for your understanding. As for strollers, yes! Please be aware of your fellow participants if they need to pass or you are passing them–always allow for enough space for you and the stroller.

Q: What forms of payment are available onsite?

Cash, check or credit cards will be accepted onsite at the day-of-event. Discount codes will only be valid during online registration.

Q: Will there be a gear check onsite at the event?

Yes. It will be located in the a large box truck in the park. You must provide your own bag. You can either put a tag on your bag prior to arrival with your bib number on it or we will provide you with a tag and pen at Gear Check to do so.

Q: Will there be event specific bathrooms?

Yes. The event will rent 30+ port-a-loos that will be onsite near the start and finish line. There will also be 2 port-a-loos located near the first water station 

Q: How/where should I wear my bib number?

All bib numbers must be worn on the front of your body. Safety pins will be available at the two-day packet pickup as well as near the day-of-race registration and packet pickup area.

Q: Where is the onsite medical?

Yes, we will have a medical tent near the finish line.

Q: Will there be water stations on the course?

Yes. There will be one water station on the route When approaching the water station, please grab the water and continue to run/walk at least 50 feet prior to slowing down to drink the water. This will help alleviate the crowding that normally occurs.

Q: Are walkers allowed?

Yes. Walkers are allowed.. The course will close and tear down will begin at 10:30am.

Q: Where and when will the awards ceremony take place? Who receives awards?

The awards ceremony will take at Moss Hall. The top 3 male and female finishers will be presented their awards. We will also announce the first place finisher for each age group category. Join at the Hall for food and refreshaments after the run!

Q: Are the streets completely closed for the event?

At some points on the course, the road in the direction of the run will be completely closed. Vehicle traffic will be allowed in the other direction. Further into the routes of both events the roads may be open for vehicles in both directions with the event routes coned on the side of the road.

Q: Will the event take place if it snows/rains/hails, wind blows and dark clouds roll in?

We take runner safety serious and in the event of a weather or othe events, the City of Kirkland police will review the course routes on the morning of the event (or earlier) and decide on if the event should take place or not. If it is cancelled, we will (1) post an update on the www.12ksofchristmas.com site and on the 12K’s of Christmas facebook page. Be sure to check both sites.For those that opted in for text messages update