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Thursday, November 26th, 2026
635 East St. Louis, Springfield MO
5K
36–52°F · low rain risk
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On this date: rain 1 of the last 10 years
2025
32–42°F
dry
2024
25–48°F
dry
2023
30–39°F
dry
2022
35–53°F
rain
2021
24–51°F
dry
2020
32–57°F
dry
2019
45–64°F
dry
2018
21–32°F
dry
2017
33–61°F
dry
2016
32–54°F
dry
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Race-day forecast says layers
36°F at the start.
Gloves, ear warmers, throwaway layers, hand warmers — delivered before race day.
About this race
Event Overview
Join Springfield's Thanksgiving Day tradition at the 32nd Annual Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk presented by Cox Health. All proceeds stay local and benefit the Springfield-Greene County Park Board Youth Recreation Scholarship Fund and Developmental Center of the Ozarks. Please bring five nonperishable food items to benefit Ozarks Food Harvest.
Event Details and Schedule
Packet Pick-Up Times and Location
- Date: Wednesday, Nov. 25
- Time: 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
- Race Day: Thursday, Nov. 26, 6-7:15 a.m.
- Location: Springfield Expo Center, 635 E. St. Louis St, Downtown Springfield.
Event Start Time
- Date: Thursday, November 26
- Time: 8 a.m.
- Weather: This event is held rain, snow or shine.
- Policy: No refunds will be issued.
Important Notes
- Race Bibs: All race bibs must be worn on the front of your shirt to receive an official race time.
- Safety: For the safety of all event participants, no unattended bags or items are allowed at or along the race site.
More Information
For further details, please visit the race registration page.
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