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Sunday, November 22nd, 2026
Gray's Lake Park, Des Moines IA
1 Mile · 5K · 10K · Half
31–47°F · low rain risk
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2025
31–57°F
dry
2024
32–39°F
dry
2023
25–46°F
dry
2022
22–54°F
dry
2021
24–39°F
dry
2020
33–50°F
dry
2019
21–34°F
dry
2018
29–52°F
dry
2017
18–37°F
dry
2016
38–41°F
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About this race
Turkey Trails 5k/10k Race Details
Join us for the annual Turkey Trails 5k/10k! A fun, Thanksgiving-themed event that is perfect for the whole family.
Event Highlights
- Great Swag: designer shirt & custom medal
- Chip-timing: with live results and awards
- Free Photos: available for all participants
- Delicious Treats: waiting at the finish line
Participation Information
- Fun for Everyone: Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one!
- Virtual Option: Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag!
- Affordable Pricing: Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17!
- Half Marathon: registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
Registration Types
- 5k/10k Registration: includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
- 1 Mile Registration: is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
- Kid's Dash: A fun, untimed dash for kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!)
- Registration Deadline: Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!
Event Details
Date: November 22, 2026
Location: Gray's Lake Park, Des Moines, IA
For more information and to register, visit: Turkey Trails Registration
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