The Original Kroger A2 Turkey Trot
The Original Kroger A2 Turkey Trot is a running race on November 8, 2026 in Dexter, MI, with entry fees from $35 to $60.
- Date
- November 8, 2026 (108 days to go)
- Price
- $35–$60
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Think “November” and visions of roast turkey undoubtedly come to mind. Epic Races invites you to envision — and experience — a totally different take on that famous fall bird with The Original Kroger A2 Turkey Trot. Join us at Hudson Mills Metropark for this annual autumn tradition and enjoy a late-season run that is fun for the whole family!
LET’S TALK TURKEY!
The Original Kroger A2 Turkey Trot features three different distances to whet your racing appetite: a 5K loop around scenic Hudson Mills, a 10K course comprised of two 5K loops, and a mile fun run for those who want just a taste of our Turkey Trot.
For those who prefer a more sizable portion, there’s our Iron Turkey option: run both the 5K and 10K, a total of 9.3 miles! If your feet love gobbling up the miles, then our Iron Turkey challenge is ideal for you! Don’t forget: the A2 Turkey Trot is walker-friendly!
But wait.. there's more! All kids 10 and under race FREE!
Schedule of Events
8:55 a.m. Kids' 200 meter Drumstick Dash
9:00 a.m. 5K Start
10:00 a.m. 10K Start
10:30 a.m. Mashed Potato Mile Start
Course
Please note that in the interest of safety, all courses are subject to change at any time at the discretion of the race director.
Directions
DIRECTIONS AND PARKING
Hudson Mills Metropark is located at 8801 N. Territorial Road, Dexter, MI 48130. If you don't have an annual pass, the park fee is $10. To help the flow of traffic, please have your pass or a $10 bill ready! Learn more Metropark passes and parking fees HERE.
Enter the park from North Territorial Road and follow signs to The Activity Center. You will be directed to parking.
Post-Race Party
Stick around post race for food and festivities! Our Epic staff and volunteers will be cooking up pancakes, breakfast burritos, and more for race participants.
Zero Waste
Our hats go off to Jeff Jackson and Happy Planet Running for leading the effort of the sustainability of our events.
Learn about our past success and our zero-waste effort for this year's event here.
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
51°
Typical Low
33°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Chelsea, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Dexter, MI
City Elevation
852 ft
Nearest Airport
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport · 30 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at The Original Kroger A2 Turkey Trot, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
108
Days to train
- Race
- The Original Kroger A2 Turkey Trot
- Date
- November 8, 2026
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The Original Kroger A2 Turkey Trot
Nov 8, 2026