In 118 days · Thu, Nov 26, 2026
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When
Thursday, November 26th, 2026
Where
2222 28th Street, Galveston TX
Distance
5K
Typical weather
60–68°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
64–72°F
dry
2024
57–66°F
dry
2023
55–67°F
dry
2022
58–69°F
rain
2021
53–59°F
dry
2020
65–73°F
rain
2019
70–74°F
rain
2018
47–56°F
dry
2017
63–69°F
dry
2016
61–67°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
- Event: 5th Annual Galveston Island Turkey Trot
- Date: November 26, 2026
- Location: 2222 28th Street, Galveston, TX
- Race URL: Register Here
Course Details
- Course Type: Flat course on the Galveston Island Seawall
- Distance: 5K
- Features: Perfect views of the Gulf Coast
- Format: Out and back course with a post-race party
Event Highlights
- Post-Race Party: Ending at Menard Park behind the McGuire-Dent Recreation Center
- Costumes: Welcome and encouraged!
- Community Involvement: Encourages runners, walkers, friends & family to come together
- Beneficiary: Supports HART, a non-profit organization
Awards Ceremony
- Time: 8:45 AM
- Overall Awards: 1st Place Overall Male and Female
- Master Awards: 1st Place Master Male and Female
- Age Group Awards: Top 3 in each age group
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