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Sunday, November 22nd, 2026
4940 Canal Rd NW, Washington DC
Half · 5K
37–53°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 5 of the last 10 years
2025
44–56°F
rain
2024
33–41°F
rain
2023
46–58°F
rain
2022
29–52°F
dry
2021
37–52°F
rain
2020
48–56°F
dry
2019
40–52°F
rain
2018
24–38°F
dry
2017
37–53°F
dry
2016
32–47°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
Start off running before the weekend BEFORE Thanksgiving with a fast, flat 5k & half in the heart of Georgetown near the Nation’s Capital. Both events run on the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal path, however the Half Marathon begins/ends in Georgetown near the Potomac Boat Club while the 5K begins/ends at Fletcher’s Boat House.
Event Details
- Date: 2026-11-22
- Location: 4940 Canal Rd NW, Washington, DC
- Distance: 5k & Half Marathon
- Course: Fast, flat on the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal path
Participation
- Walkers: Walkers and strollers are welcome to attend this event.
- Registration: Sign up to participate in either the 5k or Half Marathon.
More Information
- Website: DC Turkey Trot 5k & Half
- Event Link: More Details Here
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