What to Wear to the Scottsdale Turkey Trot: A 5K Layer Plan

Event details come from the race listing on Race Roster. PILLAR is not affiliated with the event, so check the official page for parking and bib pickup.

Dress for the finish line, not the start line

Every first timer makes the same mistake. They dress for the 8:30 AM standing around and then cook by the second mile. A 5K takes most people 25 to 45 minutes. Your body generates a lot of heat in that time, so the right outfit feels slightly cold at the start.

Wear the base layer you want to finish in. Add a hoodie or crew you do not mind tying around your waist. If you are new to running in Arizona, our running guide for the October to April season covers the longer runs.

Her race morning kit

Top, legging, hoodie, hat

Swipe for all four pieces

Abby TopNavyBuilt in bra, moisture wicking tank. Your 5K base layer.$48

S M LAdd to Bag

Tiffany LeggingBlackSoft, supportive and non see through when you move. Sizes S, M and L.$75

S M LAdd to Bag

Hayden HoodieBeigeWear it to the start line, tie it off by mile one.$98

XS S M L XLAdd to Bag

Nico HatTanTan hat for the post race festival line.$40

One sizeAdd to Bag

Whole kit $261Buy the kit in SBuy the kit in MBuy the kit in L

If you are walking or pushing a stroller

The event lets you walk it, jog it or push a stroller, so you may be out longer than a runner. Keep the layer on a little longer and bring a hat. A longer walk means more sun, even in late November. Women who need more support should read our sports bra support guide before race day.

His race morning kit

Tee, short, crew, hat

Swipe for all four pieces

Tim TeeNight GreyMoisture wicking, athletic fit. Dries before the finish line photo.$46

S M L XL XXL XXXLAdd to Bag

Drew Short 7inLight Grey7 inch inseam. Light grey, no chafe, no drama.$55

S M L XL XXLAdd to Bag

Alec CrewBrownMidweight crew for the cold start and the walk back to the car.$85

XS S M LAdd to Bag

Eden HatWhiteWhite hat keeps the sun off after the canal opens up.$40

One sizeAdd to Bag

Whole kit $226Buy the kit in SBuy the kit in MBuy the kit in L

The five minutes before the gun

Cold, dry mornings make synthetic fabric cling and zap. If that sounds familiar, our static cling fix will save your morning. And if the cold bites harder than you expected, our winter layering guide explains how to add warmth without overdressing.

Run in leggings that stay opaque when you move. Our three move squat test shows you how to check before you leave the house.

Bag check before you leave

• Your bib and four safety pins
• A layer you can tie at your waist
• Sunscreen on before the sun clears the buildings
• A hat for the walk to the festival
• Dry layer for the car ride home
• Phone, keys and an ID in one pocket

Bringing the whole office? A team group is easier with matching apparel, and our guide to ordering apparel for a company event shows how it works.