In 71 days · Thu, Nov 26, 2026
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When
Thursday, November 26th, 2026
Where
City Park - Shelter #6, Iowa City IA
Distance
5K
Typical weather
29–43°F · low rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
31–38°F
dry
2024
21–37°F
dry
2023
27–34°F
rain
2022
33–51°F
dry
2021
19–37°F
dry
2020
34–50°F
dry
2019
32–46°F
rain
2018
15–27°F
dry
2017
28–54°F
dry
2016
31–53°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
- Date: November 26, 2026
- Location: City Park - Shelter #6, Iowa City, IA
- Race URL: Hawkeye Turkey Trot
- Event Type: Thanksgiving Day 5K
Race Description
- Theme: Thanksgiving Day is all about family, food, fun, football... and 5Ks!
- Highlights: Come out to City Park for the first Hawkeye Turkey Trot, the only Thanksgiving Day 5K in Iowa City!
- Purpose: Start your Thanksgiving off right with a fun 5K for the whole family before you indulge in a delicious Turkey Day meal!
- For Kids: The Herky Turkey Tot Trot race is perfect for your little ones to enjoy race day too and get hooked on the Thanksgiving experience!
Additional Information
- Race Routes: Race Routes will be formalized and announced ASAP!
- Charity: A portion of proceeds from the race will be given to the Food Bank of Iowa.
- Donations: Please also bring non-perishable food items to be donated on race day!
Course map
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