Toy Trot 5K
Saturday, November 14, 2026 (7:30 AM - 2:00 PM) (EST)
Description
17th Annual Toy Trot 5K
Lace up, rock your ugliest sweater, and run for a cause that matters. Every mile you run puts Christmas gifts in the hands of children who need them most right here in Walton and Barrow Counties.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Be a part of this event by advertising your business through sponsorships. Multiple levels are available. Click HERE to view all Sponsorship Opportunities!
About the Race
The Toy Trot 5K is WBBOR's annual holiday run, now in its 17th year. Open to runners and walkers of all ages, it's a festive community event. To Register as a walker/runner, click HERE.
Where Your Entry Goes
Every dollar raised benefits the Shop With A Hero program in Barrow County and the Hometown Heroes program in Walton County — pairing children in our community with local heroes for holiday shopping experiences they'll never forget.
Ugly Sweater Contest
Rock your most outrageous holiday sweater and you could win! The Ugliest Sweater winner receives reimbursement of their Toy Trot entry fee. The uglier, the better!
Programs We Support
All funds raised through the Toy Trot 5K go directly to two incredible local programs that make the holiday season brighter for hundreds of children in our community.
Shop With A Hero - Barrow CountyShop With A Hero is a beloved Barrow County holiday tradition that pairs local first responders — deputies, police officers, and firefighters — with children from the community for a very special shopping experience.
- Local schools and guidance counselors identify students who could use extra encouragement or financial support during the holidays.
- Children are often treated to a blue-light parade in emergency vehicles before arriving at the store to pick out gifts for themselves and their families.
- Each child shops side-by-side with a local hero, creating lasting memories and meaningful connections in our community.
Community partners who make it happen:
City of Winder Police Dept.
Auburn Police Dept.
Statham Police Dept.
Local Fire Departments
Hometown Heroes of Walton - Walton CountyHometown Heroes of Walton is a local non-profit dedicated to ensuring Walton County children have a Christmas to remember. In 2025, the organization was able to serve 500 children with holiday gifts.
- Hometown Heroes raises funds, coordinates volunteers, and organizes the entire shopping event so that every detail is covered.
- Each child shops at Walmart alongside a Hero and a dedicated volunteer, making the experience personal and meaningful.
- Volunteers help wrap presents, keep everything running smoothly, and ensure every child feels celebrated.