Cedar Rapids Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk
- Date
- November 26, 2026
- Distance
- 5K Run/Walk · 5K Run/Walk (Untimed) · 5K - Extended Online Registration & more
From the Organizer
Join the Thanksgiving tradition at the Cedar Rapids Turkey 5K Run/Walk on Thanksgiving morning! Everyone gets a donut at the finish line!
Cedar Rapids, 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 IowaRuns.com.
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
28%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Cedar Rapids #1, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Cedar Rapids, IA
Population
136,859
as of 2023
Elevation
844 ft
Nearest Airport
CID
The Eastern Iowa Airport · 11 mi
Major Hub
DSM
Des Moines International Airport · 110 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 Cedar Rapids Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
171
Days to train
- Race
- Cedar Rapids Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk
- Date
- November 26, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Cedar Rapids Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk?
- Cedar Rapids Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk is a running race held in Cedar Rapids, 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 Cedar Rapids Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk?
- Thursday, November 26, 2026 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa at 3rd St. SE & 10th Ave. SE, Cedar Rapids, IA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Cedar Rapids Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Cedar Rapids Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk
Nov 26, 2026