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Friday, November 27th, 2026
600 W Elkhorn Ave, Estes Park CO
5K
18–38°F · low rain risk
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2025
22–41°F
dry
2024
9–30°F
rain
2023
7–31°F
dry
2022
18–30°F
dry
2021
29–44°F
dry
2020
6–36°F
dry
2019
-10–20°F
dry
2018
23–38°F
dry
2017
36–57°F
dry
2016
27–35°F
dry
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About this race
Tardy Turkey Trot
Date and Location
- Date: 2026-11-27
- Location: 600 W Elkhorn Ave, Estes Park, CO
- Event Page: Tardy Turkey Trot
Race Description
This year's turkey is running a little behind - it's headed to Estes Park right on time to lead the annual Catch the Glow Parade. Chase the turkey through downtown Estes Park before finishing at the Estes Park Event Center, where you can watch the parade floats pass by one final time.
Event Highlights
- Family-Friendly: The Tardy Turkey Trot is a brand-new, family and stroller-friendly 5K.
- Holiday Run: Gather your flock and join us for a holiday run before the parade.
- Participant Perks: Participants will receive a Tardy Turkey Trot beanie, wearable lights, and post-race food.
Parking and Transportation
- Parking: Downtown parking is expected to fill quickly.
- Shuttle Service: Free seasonal shuttles will run throughout the day.
- Recommendation: We recommend parking at the Estes Park Event Center and taking a shuttle to the start line so you finish near your car.
Course map
Hotels for race weekend
Live prices near the start line, Nov 26 – 28, 2026.
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