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28th Annual Scheels Turkey Trot

28th Annual Scheels Turkey Trot is a running race on November 26, 2026 in Sparks, NV, with an entry fee of $35.

Date
November 26, 2026 (128 days to go)
Price
$35
Sport
Running
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From the Organizer

Sir Stuffy may look like the foreman of the year in his hard hat, but we'll leave the orange cones, jackhammers, and heavy equipment to the real construction crews! Thanks to the ongoing Sparks Boulevard widening project, our speedy 10K is taking another coffee break this year, but don't worry, it'll be back before you can say, "Road work ahead!"

In the meantime, we're keeping the Turkey Trot fun rolling with our classic 2-mile loop around the Marina. It's the perfect route for taking in the views, enjoying the holiday atmosphere, and working up an appetite for pumpkin pie. Need a few more miles before you earn that second helping of stuffing? Just keep trotting! One more lap... or two... and you've got yourself a custom-distance Turkey Trot.

To celebrate all the progress happening on Sparks Boulevard, we're inviting everyone to dress for the "job site." Break out your construction-themed gear—hard hats, safety vests, caution tape, tool belts, traffic cones (okay... maybe not actual traffic cones), or anything else that would make a construction crew do a double take. Our Special Events team will crown the participant with the most over-the-top construction outfit, and they'll hammer home a special prize. We can't wait to see your creative "work" in action!

RACE DAY:

2 MILE EVENT: Non-timed event

· Begins at 8:30am at the Marina Park Pavilion 

· 1 clockwise lap around the Sparks Marina

Parking: Open parking will be available at the marina. Additional parking can be found next to Western Village, along the marina pathway. 

Strollers & Dogs: We encourage the use of jogging strollers along the route of this family-friendly event. However, out of consideration for other participants, dogs will not be allowed on the course (except for registered and licensed service dogs). 

Shirt & Event Information Pick Up and Week of Event Registration: November 23th - November 25th, 9am-9pm at Scheels

 

Events

2 Mile Non-Timed$35

Weather

Typical Conditions

It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.

Typical High

52°

Typical Low

27°

Chance of Rain

15%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Sparks, 1 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:55 AMSunset 4:37 PMDaylight 9h 42m

Host City

About Sparks, NV

Population

109,106

as of 2023

City Elevation

4,443 ft

Nearest Airport

RNO

Reno Tahoe International Airport · 6 mi

Time Zone

Pacific Time

From Endurance Grid

A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.

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Days to train

Race
28th Annual Scheels Turkey Trot
Date
November 26, 2026

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About This Sport

Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.

With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.

Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.

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From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.

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Make it a Racecation

Coming from out of town? There's more to Sparks than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the 28th Annual Scheels Turkey Trot?+
28th Annual Scheels Turkey Trot is a running race held in Sparks, Nevada on November 26, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
When and where is the 28th Annual Scheels Turkey Trot?+
Thursday, November 26, 2026 in Sparks, Nevada at 800 Nichols Blvd.. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the 28th Annual Scheels Turkey Trot?+
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

28th Annual Scheels Turkey Trot

Nov 26, 2026

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