
From the Organizer
The Turkey Trot Houston Presented by Saint Arnold Brewing Company - 2026 - 5K, 10K, 1-Mile Family Walk. Downtown Houston's Thanksgiving Morning Skyline Run! Get ready to lace up your running shoes and join us for the most festive event of the season. This Thanksgiving morning, let's come together as a community to give thanks, get active, and support a great cause - the CoolxDad Organization! Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for family-friendly fun, this event is for you! We invite runners and walkers of all ages and abilities to join us on Thanksgiving morning, next to Saint Arnold Brewing Company, just north of Downtown Houston.
Visit theturkeytrot.org for complete event information!
2026 TURKEY TROT EVENT DAY SCHEDULE:
See our website for current schedule.
SUPPORTING A GREAT CAUSE:
Our event proudly supports CoolxDad, an amazing nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering fathers and father figures. Proceeds from this event will go towards CoolxDad's mission of providing essential resources, mentorship, and guidance to dads, helping them be the best role models.
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Don't miss out on The Turkey Trot 2025, Presented by Saint Arnold Brewing Company, where fitness meets family, fun, and philanthropy. Register now, spread the word, and let's make this Thanksgiving one to remember. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of dads and families in need. See you at the starting line! Gobble on! 🦃
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Events
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
69°
Typical Low
50°
Chance of Rain
19%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Houston-Port, 9 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
2,300,419
as of 2023
City Elevation
52 ft
Nearest Airport
HOU
William P. Hobby Airport · 13 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Approximate location — pin shows the host city, not the exact venue.
Your Next Start Line
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162
Days to train
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The 2026 Turkey Trot Presented by Saint Arnold Brewing Co. (Houston, Texas)
Nov 26, 2026