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Thursday, November 26th, 2026
7250 Parkshore Drive, Apollo Beach FL
5K · 1 Mile
59–76°F · low rain risk
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On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
65–83°F
dry
2024
54–75°F
dry
2023
64–82°F
rain
2022
70–82°F
dry
2021
57–73°F
dry
2020
65–81°F
dry
2019
53–75°F
dry
2018
65–81°F
rain
2017
60–73°F
dry
2016
64–77°F
dry
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About this race
Turkey Trot at Waterset
Join us on Thanksgiving weekend for the Turkey Trot at Waterset 5K & Kids' Fun Runs!
Event Details
- Date: 2026-11-26
- Location: 7250 Parkshore Drive, Apollo Beach, FL
- Proceeds: Benefits local schools: Doby Elementary, Eisenhower Middle School, East Bay High School, and Dorothy C. York Innovation Academy.
- Course Type: Chip timed, flat course.
Participant Information
- 5K Participants: Receive a dri-fit shirt and a finisher medal.
- Awards: Overall Male and Female, Male and Female Masters, Male and Female Grand Masters, and Top 3 Male and Female finishers in all age categories!
- Kids' Fun Run: Participants receive a dri-fit shirt and finisher medal. Not timed.
- Race Options: Itty-Bitty Race for those under 5, Kids 1/2 Mile Race, Kids 1 Mile Race.
Registration Information
- Registration Deadline: Online Registration ends at 12 noon on November 25. Early packet pickup until 7PM at the specified location.
- T-Shirts: All Shirts are Dry-Fit this year! Guaranteed if pre-registered before Nov 4, 2026.
- Packet Pickup: Wednesday, November 25 from 3pm - 7pm at The Landing in Waterset, 7012 Sail View Lane, Apollo Beach, FL 33572.
- Race Day Pickup: Starts at 7am at 7250 Parkshore Drive, Apollo Beach, FL 33572.
Event Policies
- Strollers: Welcome.
- Pets: Not allowed.
- Additional Events: Race awards and raffle prizes!
Sponsorship Opportunities
Interested in being a sponsor or have questions? Feel free to contact us at: [email protected]
More Information
For detailed information, visit Turkey Trot at Waterset.
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