Downtown Columbia Turkey Trot 5K
- Date
- November 26, 2026
- Distance
- 5K · 5K DTC Partnership Entry
From the Organizer
Join fellow turkey lovers, runners, walkers and friends for an appetite-inducing morning of good-natured competition. Starting and finishing at The Mall in Columbia, runners will complete at 5K distance and earn a logo shirt and finisher medal. View all race information at www.rivalraceseries.com/dtcturkeytrot.
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
53°
Typical Low
36°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Laurel 3 W, 8 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Columbia, MD
Elevation
340 ft
Nearest Airport
BWI
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport · 10 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Days to train
- Race
- Downtown Columbia Turkey Trot 5K
- Date
- November 26, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Downtown Columbia Turkey Trot 5K?
- Downtown Columbia Turkey Trot 5K is a running race held in Columbia, Maryland 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 Downtown Columbia Turkey Trot 5K?
- Thursday, November 26, 2026 in Columbia, Maryland at 10300 Little Patuxent Pkwy, Columbia, MD. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Downtown Columbia Turkey Trot 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Downtown Columbia Turkey Trot 5K
Nov 26, 2026