Adirondack Health 5k Turkey Trot 2026
- Date
- November 26, 2026
- Distance
- Adirondack Health 5k Turkey Trot 2026
From the Organizer
Join us for Adirondack Health's 17th Annual Turkey Trot 2026, a cherished tradition in the Adirondacks! This flat 5K walk/run starts at 8:30 am on Thursday, November 26th (Thanksgiving Day) at the Beach House in Lake Placid, NY. ALL proceeds from the event will benefit the Local Food Pantry and Adirondack Health's Fit for Life Scholarship Fund.
Please join us...we are anticipating over 600 participants this year! All registered participants receive a long-sleeve Turkey Trot t-shirt!
Check in and pick up your bib/T-shirt Wednesday, Nov 25th at the Beach House in Lake Placid 4-6 p.m. OR Thursday, Nov 26th from 6:30-8am at the Beach House(LOOK FOR OUR 12 FOOT INFLATABLE TURKEYS!).
Please bring 3(or more) non-perishable food items!
Prizes will be awarded to first, second and third place overall male and female finishers. If you can "stuff the turkey," or, in other words, beat the mystery Turkey Runner to the finish line, you can receive bragging rights at your Thanksgiving table and an award(a yummy one)!
MORE DETAILS:
Starts at 8:30 a.m. on Thanksgiving Day at the Beach House in Lake Placid.
Flat 5k course around Mirror Lake.
Check in and pick up your bib/T-shirt Nov 25th at the Beach House in Lake Placid 4-6 p.m.
Proceeds from the event will benefit the Local Food Pantry and Adirondack Health's Fit for Life Scholarship Fund.
Bring 3 non-perishable food items PLEASE!
Contact Andrea Chamberlain at 518-897-2271 or ffl@adirondackhealth.org for more information.
Day of Trot Registration 6:30-8 a.m. at Beach House and Bib Pick-up 6:30am-8am, $45 Individual(day of registration). Register before race day for a discount!
Kids 10 and under run/walk/stroll FREE and will receive a bib at packet pick-up! And ALL kids 10 and under will receive a prize at the finish line! No need to register them online UNLESS you would like them to receive a Turkey Trot t-shirt!
ALL ARE WELCOMED!
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
35°
Typical Low
21°
Chance of Rain
55%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Lake Placid 2 S, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Lake Placid, NY
Population
2,159
as of 2023
Elevation
1,788 ft
Nearest Airport
SLK
Adirondack Regional Airport · 13 mi
Major Hub
ALB
Albany International Airport · 106 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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Days to train
- Race
- Adirondack Health 5k Turkey Trot 2026
- Date
- November 26, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Adirondack Health 5k Turkey Trot 2026?
- Adirondack Health 5k Turkey Trot 2026 is a running race held in Lake Placid, New York 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 Adirondack Health 5k Turkey Trot 2026?
- Thursday, November 26, 2026 in Lake Placid, New York at 31 Parkside Drive, Lake Placid, NY. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Adirondack Health 5k Turkey Trot 2026?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Adirondack Health 5k Turkey Trot 2026
Nov 26, 2026