Turkey Trot is a running race on November 26, 2026 in Chillicothe, MO, with an entry fee of $30.
From the Organizer
The Turkey Trot is back! The funds raised for and at this event provide scholarships to Chillicothe High School Seniors to further their education. We believe it is always a great time to support our youth, so please join us and register TODAY!
Date: November 26th, 2026
Time: Race begins at 8 a.m.
Location: Simpson Park, Chillicothe, MO
Early bird deadline is November 5th, 2025 and t-shirts are included for only $30. If you register after November 5th, the price is $35 and you will not be guaranteed a t-shirt. Kids 14 and under are $25 (early bird registrants are guaranteed a shirt).
5K sponsors will need to confirm & donate prior to November 5th, 2025.
PRIZE to BEST Costume! (Costumes are NOT required).
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
46°
Typical Low
28°
Chance of Rain
24%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Chillicothe 2s, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
Nearest Airport
IRK
Kirksville Regional Airport · 57 mi
Major Hub
MCI
Kansas City International Airport · 71 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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Turkey Trot
Nov 26, 2026