In 54 days · Thu, Nov 26, 2026
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When
Thursday, November 26th, 2026
Where
21 South Parish Avenue, Johnstown CO
Distances
5K
Typical weather
25–48°F · low rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 1 of the last 10 years
2025
22–39°F
dry
2024
27–49°F
dry
2023
11–33°F
dry
2022
25–56°F
dry
2021
30–66°F
dry
2020
23–44°F
dry
2019
10–28°F
rain
2018
21–48°F
dry
2017
33–66°F
dry
2016
23–56°F
dry
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Typical start here is 25°F — see the cold-start kit →
About this race
Event Overview
- Event: 14th Annual Turkey Trot
- Date: November 26, 2026
- Location: 21 South Parish Avenue, Johnstown, CO
- URL: Fitness Avenue Turkey Trot
Purpose
- Goal: To pay it forward to local families in need during the holiday season.
- Nominations: All race participants may nominate a family within the Johnstown and Milliken communities.
- Support: Nominated families will receive a gift card for groceries to assist with their holiday meals.
- Community: The event fosters a sense of support and togetherness in the local area.
Event Details
- Activities: Participants can walk, jog, run, or crawl through the 5K.
- Children's Option: A 1K course is available for the smaller runners.
- Start Time: The event begins at 8 AM (7:45 AM for the 1K).
- Registration: T-Shirts are provided with each registration up through November 13, 2026.
Registration Information
- Deadline: Registrations after November 13, 2026, will not receive a race shirt.
- Fees: All registrations after this date will be charged the same race fee.
- Inclusivity: The event is family-friendly and encourages participation from everyone.
- Participation: We hope to see each of you this Thanksgiving morning to help us pay it forward!
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