Alexander & Jay Lin's 5K Turkey Run
- Date
- November 26, 2026
- Distance
- Alexander & Jay Lin's 5K Turkey Run
From the Organizer
The 2026 5K Turkey Trot.
The 2026 Turkey Trot 5K
Join us for the 2026 Turkey Trot 5K on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 26th, 2026 in Goodyear, Arizona!
This community event is organized by Trivium Preparatory Academy alumni Alexander Alexandrovich (Yale University '30) and Yufan "Jay" Lin (ASU Barrett Honors College '30). 25% of net proceeds will benefit Phoenix Children's Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders, supporting children and families facing life-threatening illnesses.
Run Information:
Date: Thursday, November 26th, 2026 (Thanksgiving Morning)
Location: Bullard Wash Park, Goodyear, AZ — behind the library, at the top of the amphitheater near the painted heart.
Schedule:
7:00–7:45 AM: Registration & T-shirt Pickup
8:00 AM: 5K Start
Participant Perks:
Every registered runner receives an official Turkey Trot T-shirt.
Prizes will be awarded to the top three finishers:
1st Place: TBD
2nd Place: TBD
3rd Place: TBD
Come run, support a great cause, and start your Thanksgiving the right way!
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
70°
Typical Low
45°
Chance of Rain
10%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Litchfield Park, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Goodyear, AZ
Population
102,891
as of 2023
Elevation
998 ft
Nearest Airport
PHX
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport · 22 mi
Time Zone
Mountain 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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- Race
- Alexander & Jay Lin's 5K Turkey Run
- Date
- November 26, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Alexander & Jay Lin's 5K Turkey Run?
- Alexander & Jay Lin's 5K Turkey Run is a running race held in Goodyear, Arizona 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 Alexander & Jay Lin's 5K Turkey Run?
- Thursday, November 26, 2026 in Goodyear, Arizona at 1900 N Civic Sq, Goodyear, AZ 85395, Goodyear, AZ. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Alexander & Jay Lin's 5K Turkey Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Alexander & Jay Lin's 5K Turkey Run
Nov 26, 2026