YMCA Turkey Trot 5K

YMCA Turkey Trot 5K is a running race on November 26, 2026 in Colorado Springs, CO, with an entry fee of $45.

Date
November 26, 2026 (140 days to go)
Price
$45
Sport
Running
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From the Organizer

Our 29th Annual YMCA Turkey Trot 5K and Kids’ Tiny Trot have been family holiday traditions for years! This 5k annually attracts over 4,000 participants to start off their Thanksgiving Day! All proceeds from the Turkey Trot 5K benefit the YMCA and provide support to a family or individual in need. 

 

Events

Kids Tiny Trot
Turkey Trot 5K$45

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

47°

Typical Low

21°

Based on US Climate Normals data from Cumbre Vista - Colorado Spgs 1, 2 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:53 AMSunset 4:38 PMDaylight 9h 45m

Host City

About Colorado Springs, CO

Population

483,099

as of 2023

City Elevation

6,118 ft

Nearest Airport

COS

City of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport · 4 mi

Time Zone

Mountain Time

From Endurance Grid

A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.

Race Location

Your Next Start Line

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at YMCA Turkey Trot 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

140

Days to train

Race
YMCA Turkey Trot 5K
Date
November 26, 2026

Plan your trip

Make it a Racecation

Coming from out of town? There's more to Colorado Springs than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.

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From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.

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.

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Running

From 5K to marathon, running races are an 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)

What is the YMCA Turkey Trot 5K?+
YMCA Turkey Trot 5K is a running race held in Colorado Springs, Colorado 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 YMCA Turkey Trot 5K?+
Thursday, November 26, 2026 in Colorado Springs, Colorado at 4025 Family Place. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the YMCA Turkey Trot 5K?+
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

YMCA Turkey Trot 5K

Nov 26, 2026

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