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Ankeny Turkey Trot 5K

Date
November 26, 2026
Distance
5K Run/Walk · 5K Run/Walk-Extended Online Registration · 5K Run/Walk (Untimed) & more
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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.

Use #TurkeyTradition to share your photos!

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

5K Run/Walk9 AMRegister →
5K Run/Walk-Extended Online Registration9 AMRegister →
5K Run/Walk (Untimed)9 AMRegister →
5K Run/Walk (Untimed) - Extended Online Registration9 AMRegister →
5K Kid's Division Fun Run (11 Years and Under)9 AMRegister →
Kids Dash (age 8 & under)8:45 AMRegister →
Virtual 5K9 AMRegister →

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.

Sunrise 7:17 AMSunset 4:48 PMDaylight 9h 30m

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

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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.

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Days to train

Race
Ankeny Turkey Trot 5K
Date
November 26, 2026

From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

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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

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