Joplin Turkey Trot
Joplin Turkey Trot is a running race on November 26, 2026 in Joplin, MO, with entry fees from $20 to $35.
- Date
- November 26, 2026 (126 days to go)
- Location
- 300 S. Main, Joplin, MO
- Price
- $20–$35
- Sport
- Running
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
City 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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Joplin Turkey Trot
Nov 26, 2026