
From the Organizer
The 2026 Turkey Trot will offer an in-person, chip-timed race on Thanksgiving Day. Traveling on Thanksgiving or want to do your own 5K? We continue to offer a virtual option as well! Only the in-person event will be chip-timed and medals will be awarded. Virtual participants will be able to submit their own time.
A short sleeve 2026 Turkey Trot t-shirt is included with registration, while supplies last. Long sleeve upgrades are available for $10.
Village Park in Thiensville
Wednesday, November 25 from noon to 4 pm
Thursday, November 26 from 7:30 to 8:30 am
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
42°
Typical Low
28°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Grafton Wwtp, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
3,277
as of 2023
Elevation
666 ft
Nearest Airport
MKE
General Mitchell International Airport · 20 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Junior Woman's Club of Mequon-Thiensville 2026 Turkey Trot, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
Coming Up
Berry Big Run for the Kids
5 miles away
LLS Scenic Shore 2026 (Check-in Only)
1 mile away
Lion Run and Family Fun
6 miles away
Mel's Fun Run/Walk
5 miles away
From Endurance Grid
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Junior Woman's Club of Mequon-Thiensville 2026 Turkey Trot
Nov 26, 2026