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Thursday, November 26th, 2026
368 Convention St, Baton Rouge LA
5K · 1 Mile
50–68°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
53–68°F
dry
2024
57–70°F
dry
2023
52–68°F
dry
2022
57–71°F
rain
2021
45–60°F
dry
2020
58–73°F
dry
2019
58–74°F
rain
2018
41–58°F
dry
2017
49–70°F
dry
2016
51–66°F
dry
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About this race
Event Details
- Event Name: Baton Rouge Turkey Trot
- Date: 2026-11-26
- Location: 368 Convention St, Baton Rouge, LA
- Registration Link: Register Here
Race Description
Celebrating its 38th year, the Turkey Trot returns to Downtown Baton Rouge on the morning of Thanksgiving 2024. This race is a local thanksgiving tradition – one that serves the community by keeping them active and fit through racing and by partnering with the March of Dimes as a fund-raiser to help their organization financially and by spreading the word about the work they do.
Participation Options
- Events: 5K and 1 mile fun run
- Involvement: Run, walk, or jog
- Community: Join with family and friends
- Hashtag: #earnyourturkey
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