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Thursday, November 26th, 2026
200 35th Ave NE, Saint Petersburg FL
5K
61–75°F · low rain risk
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On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
68–81°F
dry
2024
58–75°F
dry
2023
65–78°F
rain
2022
70–80°F
dry
2021
57–73°F
dry
2020
66–79°F
dry
2019
57–73°F
dry
2018
66–79°F
rain
2017
63–73°F
dry
2016
65–74°F
dry
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About this race
The 2026 COFFEE POT TURKEY TROT 5K is a family–friendly, timed 5K looping around St. Petersburg’s Coffee Pot Bayou on Thanksgiving morning. Returning for its 10th year the event is a beloved tradition for families, friends, and fitness enthusiasts. The event is hosted by the North Shore Elementary PTA to benefit North Shore Elementary, a Title One School. The 2026 Presenting Sponsor is Northstar Realty: Georgia and Kirby.
The North Shore Elementary PTA believes that every school has the potential for success. Active parents, a supportive community, and engaged students can combine to make any school a warm and stimulating environment in which students are inspired to succeed.
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