2026 41st Shottenkirk Fort Bend Kia SUGAR LAND TURKEY TROT

About This Event

• Event Name: 41st Shottenkirk Fort Bend Kia SUGAR LAND TURKEY TROT
• Date: 2026-11-26
• Location: 13895 Southwest Fwy, Sugar Land, TX
• Tribute: In honor of former race director Andy Stewart, continuing his legacy and support for local charities.

Race Description

• Family Tradition: A great local family tradition on Thanksgiving morning.
• Fast Course: Features a fast downhill first mile through Sugar Creek subdivision, perfect for PRs.
• Unique Finish: A young bagpiper from St Thomas Episcopal leads you to the finish area.
• First Race: The original Turkey Trot in the Houston area, reputed to be the best!

Packet Pickup Details

• Pickup Dates: Two days of Packet Pickup/Late Registration.
• Location: TBA on November 24, 2026, & Fleet Feet-Sugarland on November 25, 2026.
• Race Day: Packet pickup available for out-of-towners only. No race day registration allowed.
• Post-Race Party: Includes awards ceremony, costume contest, and snacks.

Charities

• Community Support: Benefits organizations like Fort Bend Rainbow Room, Bel Inizio, etc.
• Food Drive: Canned goods for East Fort Bend Human Needs Ministry collected on Thanksgiving morning.
• Drop Off: Canned goods at orange Turkey Trot Tent.
• Details: Visit the “Charities” page on the Sugar Land Turkey Trot Website for more.

Event Times

• 7:30 a.m: Sean Scroggins’ Memorial Kids 1-Mile (ages 12-and-under).
• 8:00 a.m: Coach Andy's 5-Mile Race. Chip-timed with a 15:00 pace limit.
• 8:30 a.m: Aunt Jean's 2.8-Mile Family Walk and Jog. Non-competitive, no time limit.
• Safety: No bikes allowed for safety reasons.

Registration Details

• No Refunds: No refunds, transfers, or deferrals.
• Parking: Free parking available early in Sugar Creek Village Shopping Center.
• Photographer: Official race photographer is Lance and Sherri Phegley from www.RaceShots.net.
• Volunteers Needed: Check in at 6:30 a.m. at the Fort Bend Fit tent on Thanksgiving.

Medical Support

• Available: Sugar Land Fire Department EMTs present at finish line and throughout the course.
• Registration: All participants must register officially and display their race number visibly.
• Event Timing: For Coach Andy's 5-Mile Run, ensure your race number is visible at all times.
• Awards: For top finishers in various categories, awards ceremony at 9:00 a.m.

Entry Fees

• Kids 1-Mile Fee: $20 early, $25 in October, $30 in November.
• 5-Mile Race Fee: Starts at $35, increases through November.
• 2.8-Mile Walk Fee: Starts at $30, increases through November.
• Strollers: Allowed in Kids 1-Mile and 2.8-Mile only, not in the 5-Mile race.

More Information

• Online Registration: Closes on November 25, 2026, at 5 p.m.
• Timing Results: Available at www.RunHoustonTiming.net for the 5-mile race only.
• Sugar Land PD: Unregistered participants may face a charge from local law enforcement.
• Website: Register and get more details at http://www.RunReg.com/13597.