City of Fairfax Turkey Trot 5K
City of Fairfax Turkey Trot 5K is a running race on November 26, 2026 in Fairfax, VA, with an entry fee of $40.
- Date
- November 26, 2026 (50 days to go)
- Location
- 4081 University Dr, Fairfax, VA
- Price
- $40
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
The City of Fairfax is proud to be hosting the 2026 City of Fairfax Turkey Trot!
The 5K will start near Fire Station 3, 4081 University Dr, Fairfax, VA 22030, loop through Old Town Fairfax and George Mason University, finishing near the Fire House. All the fun starts at 9:00 am on Thursday, November 26.
Registration Fees:
$40 for the 5k through November 14
$45 from November 15-Race Day.
On-line registration will remain open through race day. All registrations must be completed online!
All participants will receive a beanie and finisher medal.
Packet pick up will be on Tuesday, November 224 at City of Fairfax City Hall (10455 Armstrong St. Fairfax, VA 22030)) from 12:00-5:00 pm, Wednesday, November 25 at City of Fairfax City Hall (10455 Armstrong St. Fairfax, VA 22030) from 12:00-5:00 pm and then near the starting line on Thursday, November 27 starting at 7:30 am.
Awards will be given to the overall top 3 Male and Female finishers, plus the top 2 Male and Female finishers in the following age groups: 10 & Under, 11-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59 and 60 & over.
Proceeds and donations will directly benefit the City of Fairfax Fair Department Benevolent Fund. Thank you for your support.
This registration is for the City of Fairfax Turkey Trot 5K in the heart of Fairfax City. Please be sure this is the correct race you are planning to run.
Events
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
52°
Typical Low
32°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Vienna, 4 mi from the venue.
About Fairfax, VA
City Elevation
426 ft
Nearest Airport
IAD
Washington Dulles International Airport · 12 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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- Race
- City of Fairfax Turkey Trot 5K
- Date
- November 26, 2026
- Location
- 4081 University Dr, Fairfax, VA
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City of Fairfax Turkey Trot 5K
Nov 26, 2026