
From the Organizer
8-MILE/5k
FUN AND FESTIVE
USATF CERTIFIED RACE
BENEFITING IRVING SCHOOLS FOUNDATION
TOYOTA MUSIC FACTORY
IRVING, TX
NOVEMBER 26, 2026
Sign up to enjoy the scenic routes through the Irving Las Colinas Urban Center and along Lake Carolyn, then cross the finish line and enjoy the post-race party at Toyota Music Factory, America's #1 Concert Venue, centrally located in Dallas Fort Worth minutes from the DFW airport!
Runners, joggers, and walkers are welcome to sign up for the 5k run/walk or the 8-Mile distance. Multiple water stations are located along the course with volunteers from the community to provide hydration as participants complete the course. Convenient race parking is located at the Urban Towers parking garage next to the venue. The celebration starts early this year to get your family home in time for turkey dinner!
Race day perks include FREE professional race photos, gender-specific performance event shirt, custom event bib, chip-timed race, live tracking and course maps w/ GPS Progress Alerts, age group awards, team challenge awards, convenient parking, and more. The post-race party on The Plaza includes free beer, food, entertainment, and much more!
Founded in 2012. Our mission is to keep the community engaged year-round by not only motivating, encouraging, and rewarding healthy lifestyles; but by creating an incredibly fun and unforgettable experience. Each event brings people from all over the world together for a great cause by providing meals for children, school supplies, scholarships, and more!
Official Race Website:irvingturkeytrot.com
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
64°
Typical Low
44°
Chance of Rain
22%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Dallas Love Fld, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
255,036
as of 2023
Elevation
505 ft
Nearest Airport
DAL
Dallas Love Field · 4 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
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Irving Turkey Trot
Nov 26, 2026