Lindale Turkey Trot
- Date
- November 26, 2026
- Distance
- 5K · Kids Race
From the Organizer
Join Us for the 7th Annual Lindale Turkey Trot!
Kick off your Thanksgiving morning with the 7th Annual Lindale Turkey Trot! This fun-filled event features a 5K race and a Kids Race, hosted at EJ Moss Intermediate School in Lindale, Texas. It’s the perfect way to celebrate the holiday, get active, and support our community.
Race Details
Kids Race: Starts at 8:30 AM (for ages 10 and under)
5K Race: Starts at 8:45 AM
Our course starts and finishes on Eagle Spirit Drive, providing plenty of space for family and friends to cheer on participants as they start their Thanksgiving holiday with a bang.
What to Expect
Tom’s Coffee Truck: Enjoy free coffee and hot chocolate for all, thanks to our amazing sponsors.
Kids Race: This is more than just a little dash! Kids race around the huge parking lot, a challenging course for the little ones that has great photo opportunities.
5K Participants: Receive a soft blend Lindale Turkey Trot t-shirt, a finisher medal, and a chip-timed race.
Top Performers: Gold, silver, and bronze medals will be awarded to the top three finishers in each age division.
Kids Race Participants: Get a kids' t-shirt and a finisher medal. Kids registered for the Kids Race can join the 5K for free, but chip timing requires separate registration.
Important Notes
The Kids Race is exclusively for ages 10 and under.
Strollers, wagons, and pets are welcome on the 5K course (pets must be leashed, and no aggressive breeds are allowed).
All registration is completed online, including on Thanksgiving morning (if spots are still available).
Support Your Community: Proceeds from the event go directly to the Lindale ISD Education Foundation, helping to fund educational initiatives in our community. (Please note: this is not an Education Foundation-hosted event.)
Gather your family, lace up your running shoes, and join us for this lively Thanksgiving tradition. Don’t wait—register today and start your holiday off with fun, fitness, and community spirit!
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
63°
Typical Low
40°
Chance of Rain
23%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Mineola, 10 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Lindale, TX
Population
6,389
as of 2023
Elevation
511 ft
Nearest Airport
TYR
Tyler Pounds Regional Airport · 11 mi
Major Hub
DAL
Dallas Love Field · 87 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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Days to train
- Race
- Lindale Turkey Trot
- Date
- November 26, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Lindale Turkey Trot?
- Lindale Turkey Trot is a running race held in Lindale, Texas 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 Lindale Turkey Trot?
- Thursday, November 26, 2026 in Lindale, Texas at E.J. Moss Intermediate School, Lindale, TX. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Lindale Turkey Trot?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Lindale Turkey Trot
Nov 26, 2026