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Thursday, November 26th, 2026
3200 SE 17th Street, Ocala FL
5K · 10K
54–73°F · low rain risk
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On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
62–81°F
dry
2024
48–78°F
dry
2023
59–74°F
rain
2022
67–75°F
dry
2021
52–72°F
dry
2020
62–80°F
dry
2019
41–71°F
dry
2018
56–77°F
rain
2017
52–71°F
dry
2016
60–75°F
dry
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About this race
Join the Y and your family, friends, and neighbors for a morning of fun and fitness before you dig into your Thanksgiving feast!
Start your holiday in a healthier way this year with the Frank DeLuca YMCA Turkey Trot! Whether you’re a casual jogger or a lifelong runner, you’re invited to attend our event and help support our mission. If you’re not a runner but still want to join us, we’re also offering group exercise classes as well as outdoor games for children to enjoy. Every 5K/10K participant will receive a race shirt as well as a participation medal, and top finishers will receive trophies. Don’t wait until Thanksgiving morning, register today!
Strong traditions build strong communities, and at the Y, that’s exactly what we’re all about. Our 31st Annual Frank DeLuca YMCA Turkey Trot is the largest race in Ocala, with more than 2,000 runners. And your participation in this event empowers the Frank DeLuca YMCA to offer critical community programs and services. Thank you for your participation and support. Together, we're strengthening our community!
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