
From the Organizer
Scheduled for Turkey Day, Thursday, November 26th, 2026, the Iron Mountain | Kingsford Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk is all about bringing families together before you feast. Sweet shirts, food, music and post-run party!
The Iron Mountain | Kingsford TURKEY TROT is a race you won't want to miss!
The 5K Run/Walk will start and finish at the YMCA - Dickinson Center, located in Iron Mountain, MI, and runs on beautiful neighborhood streets, also featuring sweet long-sleeve shirts.
Awards will be given to the Top 3 overall Male and Female runners, as well as the Top 3 Boys/Girls out of the YOUTH/12 and younger race. Gobble.
The IMK Turkey Trot will also feature music and FUN!
We will also be giving away pies to those with the most Turkey Day SPIRIT! Again, Gobble...
...and remember, we are family and stroller friendly...Fido, bring him with!
Packet pick-up will take place on race morning between 8:00 - 9:15 a.m., Northern Lights YMCA. .
Ready for some Turkey FUN?
Look forward to seeing you Thanksgiving, Thursday, November 26th, 2026!
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Events
Weather
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
35°
Typical Low
20°
Chance of Rain
21%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Iron Mtn Ford Ap, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
7,508
as of 2023
Nearest Airport
IMT
Ford Airport · 2 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
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Iron Mountain | Kingsford Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk
Nov 26, 2026