Thanksgiving Day Trot n' Gobble
Thanksgiving Day Trot n' Gobble is a running race on November 26 – December 15, 2026 in Peru, IN, with an entry fee of $30.
- Date
- November 26 – December 15, 2026 (90 days to go)
- Location
- 907 W Main St, Peru, IN
- Price
- $30
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Get your exercise in early!
Come join us for the 12th Annual Thanksgiving Day Trot n' Gobble! This year's run falls on November 27th, 2025! We offer a 5K & 10K race, with a walk option for the 5K. The race is located on the Nickel Plate Trail! The proceeds benefit our hard working kids at the Peru Circus City Festival.
All pre-registered runners will receive a long sleeved shirt, with the first 200 receiving a participation medal. To qualify for pre-registration, we will need to receive your registration form by November 22nd. Race day registration will be available, but shirts are not guaranteed. Registration is at Anytime Fitness (907 W Main Street Peru, IN) beginning at 6:45 AM Thanksgiving Day, with races to follow at 8 AM!
Early packet pickup at the Peru Circus Building from 6PM to 8PM on November 26th, 2025. We will be using RFID technology from J3 timing to ensure accurate race results. Your chip will be on your bib and is completely disposable!
Bring your family and enjoy a fun time with us!
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
46°
Typical Low
29°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Wabash, 14 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Peru, IN
Population
10,835
as of 2023
City Elevation
629 ft
Nearest Airport
FWA
Fort Wayne International Airport · 48 mi
Major Hub
IND
Indianapolis International Airport · 72 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Thanksgiving Day Trot n' Gobble, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
90
Days to train
- Race
- Thanksgiving Day Trot n' Gobble
- Date
- November 26 – December 15, 2026
- Location
- 907 W Main St, Peru, IN
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Thanksgiving Day Trot n' Gobble
Nov 26, 2026