YMCA of the Iowa Mississippi Valley McCarthy-Bush Turkey Trot
YMCA of the Iowa Mississippi Valley McCarthy-Bush Turkey Trot is a running race on November 26, 2026 in Davenport, IA, with entry fees from $17 to $35.
- Date
- November 26, 2026 (126 days to go)
- Price
- $17–$35
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Join us in downtown Davenport on Thanksgiving morning for the 40th Annual YMCA of the Iowa Mississippi Valley McCarthy Bush Turkey Trot! A cherished tradition for countless Quad Citizens, the Turkey Trot features a kids race for kids ages 2-10, and chip-timed 1 mile, 5k and 5-mile races for both runners and walkers alike! Perfect for runners and walkers of all ages and abilities, the Turkey Trot is a fantastic way to kick off your Thanksgiving festivities while supporting the YMCA.
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
44°
Typical Low
26°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Rock Island L&D 15, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Davenport, IA
Population
101,083
as of 2023
City Elevation
666 ft
Nearest Airport
MLI
Quad City International Airport · 9 mi
Major Hub
ORD
Chicago O'Hare International Airport · 141 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
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at YMCA of the Iowa Mississippi Valley McCarthy-Bush Turkey Trot, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
126
Days to train
- Race
- YMCA of the Iowa Mississippi Valley McCarthy-Bush Turkey Trot
- Date
- November 26, 2026
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YMCA of the Iowa Mississippi Valley McCarthy-Bush Turkey Trot
Nov 26, 2026