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Thursday, November 26th, 2026
R. Richard Bittner YMCA, Davenport IA
5K · 1 Mile
29–43°F · low rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
29–40°F
dry
2024
23–37°F
dry
2023
29–33°F
rain
2022
33–52°F
dry
2021
18–36°F
dry
2020
36–49°F
dry
2019
32–49°F
rain
2018
14–29°F
dry
2017
28–52°F
dry
2016
30–50°F
dry
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About this race
Join us in downtown Davenport on Thanksgiving morning for the 40th Annual YMCA of the Iowa Mississippi Valley McCarthy Bush Turkey Trot! A cherished tradition for countless Quad Citizens, the Turkey Trot features a kids race for kids ages 2-10, and chip-timed 1 mile, 5k and 5-mile races for both runners and walkers alike! Perfect for runners and walkers of all ages and abilities, the Turkey Trot is a fantastic way to kick off your Thanksgiving festivities while supporting the YMCA.
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