Ankeny Turkey Trot 5K
- Date
- November 26, 2026
- Location
- 2006 S Ankeny Blvd, Ankeny, IA
- Distance
- 5K Run/Walk · 5K Run/Walk-Extended Online Registration · 5K Run/Walk (Untimed) & more
From the Organizer
Join the Thanksgiving Day tradition at the inaugural Ankeny Turkey Trot 5K. Everyone gets a donut at the finish line!
Ankeny, IA.
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Event times, dates, location and all other details are subject to change prior to the event. All official information is on the event's website https://iowaruns.com/waukeeturkeytrot
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
43°
Typical Low
25°
Chance of Rain
23%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Ankeny, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Ankeny, IA
Population
70,542
as of 2023
Elevation
992 ft
Nearest Airport
DSM
Des Moines International Airport · 13 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Ankeny Turkey Trot 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
171
Days to train
- Race
- Ankeny Turkey Trot 5K
- Date
- November 26, 2026
- Location
- 2006 S Ankeny Blvd, Ankeny, IA
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Ankeny Turkey Trot 5K?
- Ankeny Turkey Trot 5K is a running race held in Ankeny, Iowa 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 Ankeny Turkey Trot 5K?
- Thursday, November 26, 2026 in Ankeny, Iowa at 2006 S Ankeny Blvd, Ankeny, IA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Ankeny Turkey Trot 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Ankeny Turkey Trot 5K
Nov 26, 2026