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Houston Turkey Dash

Houston Turkey Dash is a running race on November 26, 2026 in Houston, TX, with entry fees from $20 to $105.

Date
November 26, 2026 (126 days to go)
Price
$20–$105
Sport
Running
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From the Organizer

Kick off your Thanksgiving celebration with a healthy and fun-filled event at the Houston Turkey Dash in Houston, Texas! 

Whether you're an experienced runner or just looking for a great way to spend time with family and friends, our event has something for everyone. Choose from a Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, or the Family 1K, and enjoy a scenic course, long or short, and celebrate gratitude for the time spent with family and friends. Embrace the spirit of gratitude and community as we come together to support The HRC Foundation and promote a healthy lifestyle. 

Don't miss out on this festive tradition – lace up your shoes and make this Thanksgiving Day truly special!

Events

Handcycle Half Marathon$105
Half Marathon$105
5K$45
10K$55
1-Mile$25
Kids K$20

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

69°

Typical Low

50°

Chance of Rain

19%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Houston-Port, 11 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:55 AMSunset 5:22 PMDaylight 10h 27m

Host City

About Houston, TX

Population

2,300,419

as of 2023

City Elevation

52 ft

Nearest Airport

HOU

William P. Hobby Airport · 13 mi

Time Zone

Central Time

From Endurance Grid

A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.

Race Location

Your Next Start Line

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Houston Turkey Dash, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

126

Days to train

Race
Houston Turkey Dash
Date
November 26, 2026

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From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.

With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.

Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.

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Running

From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.

Plan your trip

Make it a Racecation

Coming from out of town? There's more to Houston than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Houston Turkey Dash?+
Houston Turkey Dash is a running race held in Houston, Texas 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 Houston Turkey Dash?+
Thursday, November 26, 2026 in Houston, Texas at 2020 Mangum Rd. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Houston Turkey Dash?+
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Houston Turkey Dash

Nov 26, 2026

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