Poultry in Motion; Waco Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot 5K and 1K Run/Walk
- Date
- November 26, 2026
- Distance
- 5K - Timed Run/Walk - includes cotton blend short sleeved shirt, guaranteed only if registered by November 15, 2026, 11:59 p.m. CST · 1K Non-Timed Fun Run/Walk - includes cotton blend short sleeved shirt, guaranteed only if registered by November 15, 2026, 11:59 p.m. CST · Kids 10 and under - untimed, does not include shirt, which is available as an extra purchase & more
From the Organizer
Burn those thighs before those pies!
Join your fellow pilgrims on Thanksgiving Day morning for a one mile fun run and a 5K run/walk in downtown Waco! We have even added a last minute "Side Dish" option for your last minute, more reluctant buddy that doesn't want to pay full price (and maybe doesn't want to get off the couch??)
And the "Spirit" of the holiday season .... all that quality family time... we have everything you need with an amazing new title sponsor this year, Bosque Spirits! Check out their two locations, one on LaSalle and one on Bosque! https://wacobarsupply.com/
And if you think just a fun run, think again! This year we are honored to donate to a very important local organization for which we are extremely thankful, the Community Cancer Association. Learn more about them at https://wacocancer.org/
Schedule of Events:
Wednesday, November 25, 2025
Packet Pick Up 4:00 - 7:00 pm Waco Running Company, 700 Franklin Ave
https://maps.app.goo.gl/NKs83fvbHS7iVJ5G7
Pick up your race credentials early to avoid race morning lines and join your fellow pilgrims for a few beverages and giveaways. You know you're gonna need it !
Thursday, November 26, 2026, Indian Spring Park, Waco Suspension Bridge, 101 N. University Parks, Waco, Texas 76701
6:30m am - 8:15 am Packet Pick Up
8:00 a.m. 1K Fun Run/Walk
8:30 a.m. 5K Timed Run/Walk - USATF certified course: https://www.certifiedroadraces.com/certificate/?type=l&id=TX15045LAB.
9:15 Pie Eating Contest
9:30 am Awards Ceremony
The 1K is a fun run so just that... FUN!
The 5K is a professionally timed event with awards for overall male and female, masters male and female, as well as age group awards! Even better, there is an award for the best Thanksgiving related costume! So dress your best and strut your Poultry In Motion Stuff!
Shirts are ordered on November 15th; you must be registered by then to be guaranteed your shirt and size. Yes, we order extras, but they will be distributed based on date and time of registration.... this is good news - you don't have to run fast, you just have to register fast!
Race Day Registration will be available but does come with an "inconvenience fee"...save $5 by registering prior to race day and use it for some cranberry sauce!
Course Map:
5K: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45015596
https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2446638?units=km
1K:
https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2446646
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45015584
For more information, contact Nancy Goodnight at rockbridgerunner@gmail.com or 254-405-2518
Gobble On!!!!
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
65°
Typical Low
43°
Chance of Rain
22%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Waco Dam, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Waco, TX
Population
141,925
as of 2023
Elevation
533 ft
Nearest Airport
ACT
Waco Regional Airport · 6 mi
Major Hub
DAL
Dallas Love Field · 91 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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- Race
- Poultry in Motion; Waco Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot 5K and 1K Run/Walk
- Date
- November 26, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Poultry in Motion; Waco Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot 5K and 1K Run/Walk?
- Poultry in Motion; Waco Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot 5K and 1K Run/Walk is a running race held in Waco, 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 Poultry in Motion; Waco Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot 5K and 1K Run/Walk?
- Thursday, November 26, 2026 in Waco, Texas at 101 N. University Parks, Waco, TX. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Poultry in Motion; Waco Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot 5K and 1K Run/Walk?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Poultry in Motion; Waco Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot 5K and 1K Run/Walk
Nov 26, 2026