
From the Organizer
Join Fleet Feet this Thanksgiving morning, November 26th, for the 2nd Annual Topeka Turkey Trot! Building on the success of last year’s inaugural event, the Topeka Turkey Trot returns as a community-focused tradition to kick off the holiday. We had a tremendous first year and we are excited to build off that momentum!
Participants of all ages and abilities are welcome, whether you’re aiming for a personal best, enjoying a relaxed walk with friends and family, or simply taking part in the festive atmosphere. From experienced runners to those trotting for the pie, this event celebrates movement, gratitude, and togetherness before the Thanksgiving meal.
Start your Thanksgiving with purpose, connection, and a little fun — and join us for another memorable morning in Topeka.
**Race Location is undecided for 2026, Event Location and Course Maps are coming soon!**
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
51°
Typical Low
29°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Topeka - Nws, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
126,103
as of 2023
Nearest Airport
MHK
Manhattan Regional Airport · 52 mi
Major Hub
MCI
Kansas City International Airport · 56 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
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Topeka Turkey Trot, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Coming Up
Mater Dei PTO's 0.5K & Post Race Party
Less than a mile away
2026 Fiesta Topeka 5K
Less than a mile away
General Lewis W. Walt Detachment – Marine Corps League 5k
Less than a mile away
Back to School 5K
Less than a mile away
From Endurance Grid
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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Topeka Turkey Trot
Nov 26, 2026