Joplin Turkey Trot
- Date
- November 26, 2026
- Location
- 300 S. Main, Joplin, MO
- Distance
- Joplin Turkey Trot 1 Mile Fun Run · Joplin Turkey Trot 5K
From the Organizer
JOPLIN'S FAVORITE FAMILY TRADITION IS BACK FOR ITS 14TH YEAR!
Welcome to the 15th Annual Joplin Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk in Downtown Joplin presented by Freeman Health System! Runners and walkers are encouraged to join us on Thanksgiving morning for what has become a family tradition for many. This CERTIFIED 5K course begins and ends right in front of the Schroeder Family Exploreum, which is closed to traffic. Participants of the 5K will enjoy a super soft event shirt, AMAZING FINISHER MEDAL, chip timing, start/finish line announcing by BoCa Enterprises, music by Resonation, donuts, and coffee. As Joplin’s largest 5K, this is a race you don’t want to miss!
1 Mile Fun Run Start Time: 7:30am
5K Start Time: 8:00am
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
54°
Typical Low
34°
Chance of Rain
26%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Joplin Regional Airport, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Joplin, MO
Population
52,218
as of 2023
Elevation
1,005 ft
Nearest Airport
JLN
Joplin Regional Airport · 5 mi
Major Hub
TUL
Tulsa International Airport · 98 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Joplin Turkey Trot?
- Joplin Turkey Trot is a running race held in Joplin, Missouri 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 Joplin Turkey Trot?
- Thursday, November 26, 2026 in Joplin, Missouri at 300 S. Main, Joplin, MO. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Joplin Turkey Trot?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Joplin Turkey Trot
Nov 26, 2026