The Big Turkey Trot Richmond
- Date
- November 26–28, 2026
- Location
- 8000 Brook Rd, Richmond, VA
- Distance
- 1 Mile · 5K
- Price
- $20–$40
From the Organizer
Join us on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 26, 2026, for Little Hands Virginia's family-friendly event, The Big Turkey Trot. Gather friends, family, and colleagues for the 5K Turkey Trot, 1 mile Gobble Wobble, or the Baby Bobble (baby crawling race). Starting and ending at St. Joseph's Villa, enjoy a festive atmosphere, a community partner expo before and after the event, costumes, music, and a timed race on a fun, flat course. Get into the spirit of the holiday and start your own fundraising team, with all proceeds directly supporting Little Hands Virginia's mission to ensure young children have essentials from birth to improve outcomes for life.
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
56°
Typical Low
35°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Ashland Hanover Co Muni Ap, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Richmond, VA
Population
227,595
as of 2023
City Elevation
60 ft
Nearest Airport
RIC
Richmond International Airport · 9 mi
Time Zone
Eastern 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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What Are You
Waiting For?
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Days to train
- Race
- The Big Turkey Trot Richmond
- Date
- November 26–28, 2026
- Location
- 8000 Brook Rd, Richmond, VA
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is The Big Turkey Trot Richmond?
- The Big Turkey Trot Richmond is a running race held in Richmond, Virginia 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 Big Turkey Trot Richmond?
- Thursday, November 26, 2026 in Richmond, Virginia at 8000 Brook Rd. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for The Big Turkey Trot Richmond?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
The Big Turkey Trot Richmond
Nov 26, 2026