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Pilgrim's Turkey Trot

Pilgrim's Turkey Trot is a running race on November 26, 2026 in Nacogdoches, TX, with an entry fee of $40.

Date
November 26, 2026 (11 days to go)
Location
826 E Starr Avenue, Nacogdoches, TX
Price
$40
Sport
Running
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From the Organizer

Join us for the Pilgrim's Turkey Trot 5K on Thanksgiving Day!
Don't just sit on the couch Thanksgiving morning! Join us for the 17th Annual Pilgrim's Turkey Trot and pre-burn those holiday calories while having fun for a good cause!

The 5K starts and ends at Pecan Acres Park at 8:30 AM.  We are also bringing back our Kids K, starting at 8 AM, for our littlest turkeys 10 and under. Thanks to sponsors this event is offered to Nacogdoches youth at no charge. 

This holiday event supports the Nacogdoches Area United Way which engages and works to improve our community by supporting 19 community agencies in the areas of health, education, income, and more.

Limited Sizing and Shirts not guaranteed after 11/10/2026 

Events

Kids 1K Run (10 and under)
5K$40
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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

65°

Typical Low

42°

Chance of Rain

31%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Nacogdoches, 9 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:55 AMSunset 5:14 PMDaylight 10h 19m

About Nacogdoches, TX

Population

32,104

as of 2023

City Elevation

473 ft

Nearest Airport

GGG

East Texas Regional Airport · 51 mi

Major Hub

IAH

George Bush Intercontinental Airport · 123 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.

Race Location

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Waiting For?

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11

Days to train

Race
Pilgrim's Turkey Trot
Date
November 26, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Pilgrim's Turkey Trot?
Pilgrim's Turkey Trot is a running race held in Nacogdoches, 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 Pilgrim's Turkey Trot?
Thursday, November 26, 2026 in Nacogdoches, Texas at 826 E Starr Avenue. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Pilgrim's Turkey Trot?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Pilgrim's Turkey Trot

Nov 26, 2026

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