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Grand Junction Fire Fighters Foundation GJ Turkey Trot

Grand Junction Fire Fighters Foundation GJ Turkey Trot is a running race on November 26, 2026 in Grand Junction, CO, with an entry fee of $30.

Date
November 26, 2026 (18 days to go)
Price
$30
Sport
Running

From the Organizer

2026 Grand Junction Fire Fighters Foundation GJ Turkey Trot

5K GJ Turkey Trot - Join over 3,000 people that have made the GJ Turkey Trot part of their Thanksgiving tradition. Come out and run, jog or walk through over 3 miles of Downtown Grand Junction. This is a family event so load your kids in the stroller and bring them along.

Thanksgiving Morning - Thursday, November 26th, 2026

9:00  5K GJ Turkey Trot - A family event that winds through over 3 miles of beautiful Downtown Grand Junction.  Come out to break a PR or just enjoy a walk with family and friends.  We welcome all ages and abilities so feel free to bring the strollers.

Early Registration

Free Under 5 / $20 Ages 5-15 / $30 Ages 16+

Late Registration - Starting 11/23/26

Free Under 5 / $20 Ages 5-15 / $40 Ages 16+

Packet Pick-Up

Tuesday, November 24th  5:00 - 7:00pm

Wednesday, November 25th 5:00 - 7:00pm

 

Grand Junction High School Community Gym

1400 N 5th Street

Grand Junction, CO

 

Events

5K GJ Turkey Trot$30

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

47°

Typical Low

27°

Based on US Climate Normals data from Grand Junction Wfo, 3 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 7:09 AMSunset 4:53 PMDaylight 9h 44m

About Grand Junction, CO

Population

67,027

as of 2023

City Elevation

4,595 ft

Nearest Airport

GJT

Grand Junction Regional Airport · 4 mi

Time Zone

Mountain Time

From Endurance Grid

A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.

Race Location

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Grand Junction Fire Fighters Foundation GJ Turkey Trot, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

18

Days to train

Race
Grand Junction Fire Fighters Foundation GJ Turkey Trot
Date
November 26, 2026

Get Ready for Race Day

Plan your training, log every workout, and track your progress all the way to race day in the Endurance Grid app.

The training calendar in the Endurance Grid app: the week plan and every day colored by sport
A Race Story in the Endurance Grid app: the finish photo and everyone who finished

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Grand Junction Fire Fighters Foundation GJ Turkey Trot?
Grand Junction Fire Fighters Foundation GJ Turkey Trot is a running race held in Grand Junction, Colorado 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 Grand Junction Fire Fighters Foundation GJ Turkey Trot?
Thursday, November 26, 2026 in Grand Junction, Colorado at 998 N 12th Street. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Grand Junction Fire Fighters Foundation GJ Turkey Trot?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Grand Junction Fire Fighters Foundation GJ Turkey Trot

Nov 26, 2026

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