The Turkey Trot
- Date Mon 12th October 2026
- Location Winnipeg, MB
- Races 1 race
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Event summary
Get ready to kick off Thanksgiving in style at the Turkey Trot 5K, taking place on Monday, October 12th, 2026, at the scenic Assiniboine Park in Winnipeg, Manitoba. This fun-filled event promises to bring together runners, walkers, families, and friends for an exciting morning of community spirit and celebration. With a festive atmosphere and no pressure to race, participants can enjoy a leisurely 5K fun run, making it perfect for everyone from seasoned runners to first-timers.
As you lace up your shoes and gather at Cargo Bar, expect an unforgettable experience featuring a commemorative race bib, a finisher medal, a stylish event-branded toque, and a delicious turkey sandwich courtesy of the Manitoba Turkey Association. After crossing the finish line, the festivities continue with drinks, s'mores, an outdoor DJ, and plenty of opportunities to connect with fellow participants. Don’t miss out on this chance to create wonderful memories and embrace the Thanksgiving spirit—register now, as spots are limited!
As you lace up your shoes and gather at Cargo Bar, expect an unforgettable experience featuring a commemorative race bib, a finisher medal, a stylish event-branded toque, and a delicious turkey sandwich courtesy of the Manitoba Turkey Association. After crossing the finish line, the festivities continue with drinks, s'mores, an outdoor DJ, and plenty of opportunities to connect with fellow participants. Don’t miss out on this chance to create wonderful memories and embrace the Thanksgiving spirit—register now, as spots are limited!
Organiser's Description
RALLY x CITY PARK RUNNERS PRESENT...🦃 THE TURKEY TROT 5K 🦃Thanksgiving morning plans = handled.The RALLY x City Park Runners Turkey Trot 5K is back for 2026, and we’re bringing everyone together at Cargo Bar in Assiniboine Park for one hell of a Thanksgiving morning.Last year, nearly 200 people joined us. This year, we’re going BIGGER.And registration is limited, so don’t sleep on it.🦃 THE DETAILSMonday, October 12th, 2026
11:00 AM SHARP
Cargo Bar at Assiniboine Park
5KM
$40 Registration
Limited Spots AvailableYOUR REGISTRATION INCLUDESEvery Turkey Trot registration includes:Entry into the Turkey Trot 5K through Assiniboine ParkCommemorative Turkey Trot race bibTurkey Trot finisher medalExclusive RALLY x City Park Runners event-branded toqueTurkey sandwich from the Manitoba Turkey AssociationOne post-run drink from Cargo Bar — alcoholic or non-alcoholicPost-run s’mores stationOutdoor DJ after-party at Cargo BarMajor Prizes + gamesPatio hangs and community timeAll the Thanksgiving morning RALLY energy you can handle
This isn’t about chasing a PB or being the fastest person on the course.The Turkey Trot is an UNTIMED 5K FUN RUN built for runners, walkers, first-timers, seasoned racers, friend groups, families and anyone who wants to move, celebrate and start Thanksgiving morning with a few hundred people doing the same.Run it fast. Jog it. Walk it. Wear something ridiculous.Just get yourself to the start line.
THE 5KWe’ll meet at Cargo Bar in Assiniboine Park before heading out together for a 5K through the park.This is a FUN RUN, NOT A RACE.No chip timing.
No podiums.
No pressure.
No pace requirement.We’ll have leaders and sweepers out on the course to make sure nobody gets left behind.Whether you want to fly through the 5K, jog with your crew, walk the whole thing or somewhere in between — you belong on this start line.All paces are welcome.AFTER THE FINISH LINECrossing the finish line is only half the fun.Once you’re back at Cargo Bar, the RALLY really starts.Grab your included drink. Gobble down a turkey sandwich. Hit the s’mores station. Hang on the patio. Win some prizes. Celebrate with your crew while the DJ keeps Thanksgiving morning rolling.Come for the 5K. Stay for the party.RUN OF SHOW10:00 AM → Runner arrival + check-in11:00 AM SHARP → Turkey Trot 5K begins11:30 AM → Drinks, turkey sandwiches, s’mores + outdoor DJ after-partyAfter that → Patio hangs, prizes, games and community timeTHE SETTINGPicture the perfect fall Thanksgiving morning.Assiniboine Park. Crisp fall air. Music playing. Hundreds of people moving together. A fun 5K. Drinks and turkey sandwiches waiting at the finish. S’mores roasting. A patio packed with runners.That’s the Turkey Trot.THE VIBEGOOD. VIBES. ONLY.Run. RALLY. Refuel. Hang with your people.THE WHY?Because it’s Thanksgiving.Because moving together is better than moving alone.Because we might as well make a little room for Thanksgiving dinner.But mostly, because there’s no better way to spend the holiday than getting our running community together for one hell of a morning.Bring your friends.
Bring your family.
Bring the person who keeps saying they’re “not a runner.”Additional information including bib pickup, check-in, course details and event-day reminders will be sent to registered participants ahead of event day.THANKSGIVING STARTS AT THE START LINE.WE RALLY HERE. 🦃
11:00 AM SHARP
Cargo Bar at Assiniboine Park
5KM
$40 Registration
Limited Spots AvailableYOUR REGISTRATION INCLUDESEvery Turkey Trot registration includes:Entry into the Turkey Trot 5K through Assiniboine ParkCommemorative Turkey Trot race bibTurkey Trot finisher medalExclusive RALLY x City Park Runners event-branded toqueTurkey sandwich from the Manitoba Turkey AssociationOne post-run drink from Cargo Bar — alcoholic or non-alcoholicPost-run s’mores stationOutdoor DJ after-party at Cargo BarMajor Prizes + gamesPatio hangs and community timeAll the Thanksgiving morning RALLY energy you can handle
This isn’t about chasing a PB or being the fastest person on the course.The Turkey Trot is an UNTIMED 5K FUN RUN built for runners, walkers, first-timers, seasoned racers, friend groups, families and anyone who wants to move, celebrate and start Thanksgiving morning with a few hundred people doing the same.Run it fast. Jog it. Walk it. Wear something ridiculous.Just get yourself to the start line.
THE 5KWe’ll meet at Cargo Bar in Assiniboine Park before heading out together for a 5K through the park.This is a FUN RUN, NOT A RACE.No chip timing.
No podiums.
No pressure.
No pace requirement.We’ll have leaders and sweepers out on the course to make sure nobody gets left behind.Whether you want to fly through the 5K, jog with your crew, walk the whole thing or somewhere in between — you belong on this start line.All paces are welcome.AFTER THE FINISH LINECrossing the finish line is only half the fun.Once you’re back at Cargo Bar, the RALLY really starts.Grab your included drink. Gobble down a turkey sandwich. Hit the s’mores station. Hang on the patio. Win some prizes. Celebrate with your crew while the DJ keeps Thanksgiving morning rolling.Come for the 5K. Stay for the party.RUN OF SHOW10:00 AM → Runner arrival + check-in11:00 AM SHARP → Turkey Trot 5K begins11:30 AM → Drinks, turkey sandwiches, s’mores + outdoor DJ after-partyAfter that → Patio hangs, prizes, games and community timeTHE SETTINGPicture the perfect fall Thanksgiving morning.Assiniboine Park. Crisp fall air. Music playing. Hundreds of people moving together. A fun 5K. Drinks and turkey sandwiches waiting at the finish. S’mores roasting. A patio packed with runners.That’s the Turkey Trot.THE VIBEGOOD. VIBES. ONLY.Run. RALLY. Refuel. Hang with your people.THE WHY?Because it’s Thanksgiving.Because moving together is better than moving alone.Because we might as well make a little room for Thanksgiving dinner.But mostly, because there’s no better way to spend the holiday than getting our running community together for one hell of a morning.Bring your friends.
Bring your family.
Bring the person who keeps saying they’re “not a runner.”Additional information including bib pickup, check-in, course details and event-day reminders will be sent to registered participants ahead of event day.THANKSGIVING STARTS AT THE START LINE.WE RALLY HERE. 🦃
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