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Thursday, November 26th, 2026
9500 Mt. Elliott, Studio A, Detroit MI
10K · 5K · 1 Mile
31–43°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
33–51°F
dry
2024
34–46°F
dry
2023
25–40°F
rain
2022
33–54°F
dry
2021
26–32°F
dry
2020
45–50°F
rain
2019
37–49°F
dry
2018
30–39°F
rain
2017
26–41°F
dry
2016
36–42°F
dry
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Race-day forecast says layers
31°F at the start.
Gloves, ear warmers, throwaway layers, hand warmers — delivered before race day.
About this race
The Strategic Staffing Solutions Turkey Trot kicks off America’s Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner White.
The S3 Turkey Trot has been a tradition in Detroit for over 40 years! Much more than a variety of races (10k/5k/1 mile), thousands of participants dress in costumes for the event. Often declared “The Parade before The Parade”, participants frolic by the largest spectator crowd in Michigan. Truly an awesome way to start Thanksgiving Day!
Event Highlights
- Several distances to choose from – the Strategic Staffing Solutions 10k Turkey Trot, the 5k Stuffing Strut, and the family-friendly Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mashed Potato Mile.
- All participants receive a long-sleeved, technical shirt. Custom-designed medals are awarded to all finishers.
- Starting times: 10K and Mile: 7:30 a.m., 5K: 8:30 a.m.
- Jogging strollers allowed. No pets or bikes.
- Stay up to date by following us on social media!
- Facebook – Strategic Staffing Solutions Turkey Trot
- Instagram – @S3TurkeyTrot
- Don’t forget to use our Official Event Hashtag when training or participating on Thanksgiving Day – #S3TurkeyTrotDetroit
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