Palm Springs WILD TURKEY TROT 5K
- Date
- November 26, 2026
- Distance
- 5K · Virtual 5K
From the Organizer
Make room for that extra piece of pie by completing the Palm Springs Wild Turkey Trot in iconic Palm Springs, California on Thanksgiving morning. This is a fast and flat certified course where world records are meant to be broken! Start and finish downtown, in perfect racing weather, on beautiful Palm Canyon.
WE PROMISE YOU MORE BLING THAN ANY OF THE OTHER DESERT TURKEY DAY RACES!
All participants receive a long sleeved tech t-shirt, finisher medal, free finisher photo download, turkey knee-hi socks and a wild turkey beanie! A portion of your entry supports the Mizell Center's Meals on Wheels Program, providing food for homebound seniors as well as other important local causes. This race is brought to you by the Palm Springs Marathon Runners with a reputation of awesome themed races supporting local charities!
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
73°
Typical Low
50°
Chance of Rain
4%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Palm Springs, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Palm Springs, CA
Population
44,998
as of 2023
Elevation
411 ft
Nearest Airport
PSP
Palm Springs International Airport · 2 mi
Time Zone
Pacific Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Palm Springs WILD TURKEY TROT 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
171
Days to train
- Race
- Palm Springs WILD TURKEY TROT 5K
- Date
- November 26, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Palm Springs WILD TURKEY TROT 5K?
- Palm Springs WILD TURKEY TROT 5K is a running race held in Palm Springs, California 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 Palm Springs WILD TURKEY TROT 5K?
- Thursday, November 26, 2026 in Palm Springs, California at 100 N. Palm Canyon, Palm Springs, CA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Palm Springs WILD TURKEY TROT 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Palm Springs WILD TURKEY TROT 5K
Nov 26, 2026