32ND Annual
32nd Annual Turkey Trot 5K
32nd Annual Turkey Trot 5K is a running and trail running race on November 21, 2026 in Fort Wayne, IN, with an entry fee of $20.
- Date
- November 21, 2026 (121 days to go)
- Price
- $20
- Sports
- RunningTrail Running
From the Organizer
Homestead High School Environmental Center Map
The race terrain consists of gravel paths, roads, grass, and trails.
The event also features a 15,000-centimeter race on trails for Turkey Toddlers 10 & under at 9:45 am.
*NO STROLLERS AND NO PETS*
*NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION*
Packet pickup and race registration will be available at Fleet Feet South from 4-6pm on November 20th.
Packet pickup morning of the race at the Homestead Environmental Center from 8:30am to 9:30am.
First 350 registered runners received the 2025 Turkey Trot buff.
- Winter Savings - Opening of Registration through March 31 - $17
- Spring/Summer Sale - April 1st through August 31st - $20
- September 1 through November 19th: $25
- Packet Pickup Registration, November 20th only: $27
- Turkey Toddler Trot: FREE
*Member discount is applied automatically during registration if you have an active club membership account through runsignup.com.
Sorry, no refunds.
Schedule of events:
11/20: Packet Pickup & Registration at Fleet Feet South from 4-6pm
11/21: 8:30-9:30 Packet Pickup ONLY @ Homestead Environmental Center.
9:45 Turkey Toddlers Trot
10:00 5k Run/Walk Start
Events
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
47°
Typical Low
31°
Chance of Rain
36%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Ft Wayne Intl Ap, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Fort Wayne, IN
Population
266,235
as of 2023
City Elevation
767 ft
Nearest Airport
FWA
Fort Wayne International Airport · 9 mi
Major Hub
IND
Indianapolis International Airport · 114 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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121
Days to train
- Race
- 32nd Annual Turkey Trot 5K
- Date
- November 21, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About These Sports
This race spans more than one sport — here’s a guide to each, so you can understand what’s involved and decide if it’s the right fit. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
Running
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.
Trail Running
Running off-road — dirt, singletrack, and mountain paths — from 5Ks to ultras. The terrain makes for an exciting twist and adventure in your running journey.
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Make it a Racecation
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32nd Annual Turkey Trot 5K
Nov 21, 2026