Grand Rapids Public Schools Turkey Trot
- Date
- November 26, 2026
- Distance
- 5K Run Walk · 5K GRPS Students-(Free with School Coupon) · Mini Trot & more
From the Organizer
Join us on November 27, 2025 (Thanksgiving Day) for the 33rd Annual Grand Rapids Turkey Trot! Proceeds from the race help to offset the cost of Grand Rapids Public Schools athletics so that all students have the opportunity to participate.
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
28°
Chance of Rain
44%
Based on US Climate Normals data from E Grand Rapids, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Grand Rapids, MI
Population
197,768
as of 2023
Nearest Airport
GRR
Gerald R. Ford International Airport · 8 mi
Time Zone
Eastern 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 Grand Rapids Public Schools Turkey Trot, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
- Race
- Grand Rapids Public Schools Turkey Trot
- Date
- November 26, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Grand Rapids Public Schools Turkey Trot?
- Grand Rapids Public Schools Turkey Trot is a running race held in Grand Rapids, Michigan 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 Rapids Public Schools Turkey Trot?
- Thursday, November 26, 2026 in Grand Rapids, Michigan at Van Andel Arena, Grand Rapids, MI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Grand Rapids Public Schools Turkey Trot?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Grand Rapids Public Schools Turkey Trot
Nov 26, 2026