Inaugural Manatee River Turkey Trot Bridge Run Hosted by the Palmetto Marriott Resort & Spa
Inaugural Manatee River Turkey Trot Bridge Run Hosted by the Palmetto Marriott Resort & Spa is a running race on November 26, 2026 in Palmetto, FL, with entry fees from $25 to $45.
- Date
- November 26, 2026 (90 days to go)
- Location
- 600 US-41 HWY, Palmetto, FL
- Price
- $25–$45
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Join us at the Inaugural Manatee River Turkey Trot Bridge Run Hosted by the Palmetto Marriott Resort & Spa!
Bringing the communities of Palmetto and Bradenton together in this beautiful morning run, make sure to be there Thanksgiving morning for the
FIRST EVER DE SOTO BRIDGE CLOSURE
and a new tradition within Manatee County!
With Post-Race Treats and Drinks provided by the Palmetto Marriott Resort & Spa, beautiful Finisher's Medals, fantastic Race Shirts, cool Commemorative Tote Bags, and professional timing by Fit2Time, Race Management by Fit2Run, you will be part of the first ever group to run a 5K over the De Soto Bridge!
Thanksgiving Day
Thursday, November 26th, 2026 at 8 AM
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
77°
Typical Low
58°
Chance of Rain
18%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Bradenton 5 Ese, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Palmetto, FL
Population
13,449
as of 2023
City Elevation
13 ft
Nearest Airport
SRQ
Sarasota Bradenton International Airport · 10 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
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Waiting For?
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90
Days to train
- Race
- Inaugural Manatee River Turkey Trot Bridge Run Hosted by the Palmetto Marriott Resort & Spa
- Date
- November 26, 2026
- Location
- 600 US-41 HWY, Palmetto, FL
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Inaugural Manatee River Turkey Trot Bridge Run Hosted by the Palmetto Marriott Resort & Spa
Nov 26, 2026