Fort Myers Turkey Trot 5K
- Date
- November 26, 2026
- Distance
- 5K · Tot Trot
From the Organizer
The Fort Myers Track Club in partner with the Edison and Ford Winter Estates is hosting our 47th Annual Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk. The NEW 5K COURSE will start and McGregor Blvd. and end on the Edison and Ford Winter Estates. For years this fun-filled family event has been an annual tradition for locals and visitors alike, hosting thousands of visitors from over 42 states in the 2025 event. This event and beautiful location are a great way to kick off the Thanksgiving Holiday.
REGISTRATION FEES* (No Race Day Registration)
Adult: $40 thru Sept 30, 2026, $40 from October 1- November 25, 2026
Youth: $20 thru September 30, 2026| $25 October 1-november 25, 2026
Tot Trot: $10 (100yd dash) 6 & Under
The deadline to register online and be guaranteed a shirt size is November 01, 2026. Shirts will be available for the first 4000 registered participants. An inventory is set for all shirt sizes, once your shirt size is selected, there will be NO EXCHANGE in size. Two things that will ensure you receive your shirt and size choice: (1) DO NO WAIT UNTIL THE LAST MINUTE TO REGISTER (2) PLAN TO ATTEND AN EARLY PACKET PICK-UP. Shirts are unisex sizing. There is a specific inventory of shirts, once this runs out, participants must choose another size.
Entry fee is discounted 20% for all Fort Myers Track Club Members.
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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
80°
Typical Low
60°
Chance of Rain
16%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Ft Myers Page Fld Ap, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Fort Myers, FL
Elevation
15 ft
Nearest Airport
RSW
Southwest Florida International Airport · 6 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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- Fort Myers Turkey Trot 5K
- Date
- November 26, 2026
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- What is the Fort Myers Turkey Trot 5K?
- Fort Myers Turkey Trot 5K is a running race held in Fort Myers, Florida 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 Fort Myers Turkey Trot 5K?
- Thursday, November 26, 2026 in Fort Myers, Florida at 2350 McGregor Boulevard, Fort Myers, FL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Fort Myers Turkey Trot 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Fort Myers Turkey Trot 5K
Nov 26, 2026