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When
Thursday, November 26th, 2026
Where
1525 E.S. 11th, Abilene TX
Distances
5K · 1 Mile
Typical weather
44–64°F · low rain risk
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About this race
2026 Abilene Turkey Trot Benefitting the West Texas Rehab
Date: November 26, 2026
Location: 1525 E.S. 11th, Abilene, TX
Race Description
- Start Details: Mass Start with Chip Timing!
- Fun Race: Abilene Turkey Trot winds through the Lytle neighborhood in Abilene, Texas.
- Family Event: It is a great race for a fun time with family and friends.
- Beneficiary: Proceeds benefit the West Texas Rehab Center and the Abilene Runners Club.
Event Details and Schedule
- Early Registration: Thru Midnight, Sunday on 11-06-26. Shirts not guaranteed after this date.
- Course: The course is a 5K route through Lytle Lake neighborhood.
- Location: The race begins and ends outside Shotwell Stadium.
- Cancellations: Race cancellation due to inclement weather is at the discretion of the Race Director and the Abilene Runners Club. No refunds will be available for cancellation of event.
Finisher Medals
- Medals: Finishers medals will be given to everyone who completes the course.
Prices
- 5K Entry: $25 per person
- 1-Mile Fun-Run: $17 per person for the 1 mile kids fun-run (ages 0-12)
- Shirt Availability: NO shirts guaranteed after 11-06-26!
Packet Pick Up and Late Registration
- Date: Wednesday, 11-25-26 from NOON-6:00PM at Abilene Running Company, 2654 Industrial Blvd, Abilene, Texas 79605.
- Race Day: NO Race Day packet pick-up and late registration.
- Registration: We will not turn anyone away that wants to register to run/walk the race.
- Unclaimed Items: Race shirts/bibs not claimed by the start of the race can be picked up the following week at Abilene Running Co.
Race Day Start Times
- 5K Start: 8:00 sharp - no exceptions!
- 1-Mile Kids Fun-Run: Begins at 9:00am
Race Day Reminders
- Placement: Please place your bib on the front, outside of your clothing.
- Arrival: Please arrive prior to 8:00am to ensure you can be at the starting line in plenty of time.
- Weather: This is West Texas so be prepared for any type of weather.
- Parking: The Expo Center parking lot is locked at 10:30am. We highly encourage everyone to use the Shotwell Stadium parking.
Refund Policy
- Cancellation: Again, no refunds will be available if the race has to be cancelled.
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