Putnam County Family YMCA Turkey Trot is a running race on November 26, 2026 in Cookeville, TN, with entry fees from $12 to $25.
From the Organizer
Thank you for joining us for our 30th Annual Turkey Trot! Since our early beginnings in 1979, the Y has been a force for good - leading and facilitating positive community impact. For 44 years, we have been growing, evolving, and enriching individuals and families of all ages in spirit, mind, and body. We are proud to serve the Upper Cumberland, and we are grateful for the support of our community.
Proceeds from this race benefit the YMCA’s Annual Giving Campaign which funds our many outreach programs like Learn to Swim, Go Pink Recovery Program, Cancer Recovery Program, and Open Doors. Our YMCA uses the funds from this campaign to make a meaningful, lasting impact right in your neighborhood. By supporting the YMCA, you ensure a brighter tomorrow for the men, women and children who call our region home.
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
57°
Typical Low
33°
Chance of Rain
38%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Cookeville, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
35,544
as of 2023
City Elevation
1,133 ft
Nearest Airport
BNA
Nashville International Airport · 66 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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Putnam County Family YMCA Turkey Trot
Nov 26, 2026