2026 LOTO Turkey Trot 5k
- Date Thu 26th November 2026
- Time 7:45AM CST
- Location Camdenton, Missouri
- Price $22.20 - $27.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances 1 Mile, 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 2026 Lake of the Ozarks Turkey Trot 5K, a beloved family tradition taking place on Thanksgiving morning, November 26, 2026, at Camdenton High School in Camden, Missouri. This spirited event marks its 17th year, bringing together families and friends who are eager to kick off the holiday with exercise, friendly competition, and a sense of community.
Participants can choose between a full 5K race, starting at 8:30 AM, or a fun one-mile run for those looking for a shorter distance, beginning at 7:45 AM. Walk-up registration opens at 7:00 AM, making it easy for last-minute entrants to join in the fun. All profits from this event support the Share the Harvest food pantry and the Camdenton Cross Country team, making your participation meaningful. Awards will be presented to the top male and female finishers, along with age group prizes for runners aged 15 and up, while kids in the 10 and under and 11-14 categories will receive medals. Don't miss this opportunity to celebrate Thanksgiving with fitness and community spirit!
Participants can choose between a full 5K race, starting at 8:30 AM, or a fun one-mile run for those looking for a shorter distance, beginning at 7:45 AM. Walk-up registration opens at 7:00 AM, making it easy for last-minute entrants to join in the fun. All profits from this event support the Share the Harvest food pantry and the Camdenton Cross Country team, making your participation meaningful. Awards will be presented to the top male and female finishers, along with age group prizes for runners aged 15 and up, while kids in the 10 and under and 11-14 categories will receive medals. Don't miss this opportunity to celebrate Thanksgiving with fitness and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
The Lake of the Ozarks Turkey Trot 5K is a family tradition held on Thanksgiving morning at Camdenton High School. 2026 will be the 17th year for this event. It's attended by many families who want to kick their holiday off with some exercise, friendly competition and camaraderie.
This year we have a one mile fun run for kids and adults who don't want to do the full 5k course.
The fun run begins at 7:45, the 5k at 8:30. Walk-up registration will open at 7:00am.
Hosted by FundRuns, all profits go to Share the Harvest food pantry and the Camdenton Cross Country team.
PACKET PICKUP
Wednesday evening packet pickup will be from 3:00-7:00pm at Leprechaun's Corner Pub & Package, 397 Old South 5, Camdenton, MO 65020.
Race morning packet pickup will start at 7:00am at the high school, 662 Laker Pride Rd, Camdenton.
On-site registration will also be available at those times for people that still want to join us.
AWARDS
There will be no awards for the fun run. Participants completing the event will receive a finishers item.
Overall Male & Female winners receive a plaque and a cash prize.
Men's and Women's Divisions awards are given in the following age groups:15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69 & 70 and up.
For boys and girls in the following age groups medals are given: 10 & under, 11-14.
Finish times will be based on gun time, not chip time.
More race information available at https://lototurkeytrot.com/
This year we have a one mile fun run for kids and adults who don't want to do the full 5k course.
The fun run begins at 7:45, the 5k at 8:30. Walk-up registration will open at 7:00am.
Hosted by FundRuns, all profits go to Share the Harvest food pantry and the Camdenton Cross Country team.
PACKET PICKUP
Wednesday evening packet pickup will be from 3:00-7:00pm at Leprechaun's Corner Pub & Package, 397 Old South 5, Camdenton, MO 65020.
Race morning packet pickup will start at 7:00am at the high school, 662 Laker Pride Rd, Camdenton.
On-site registration will also be available at those times for people that still want to join us.
AWARDS
There will be no awards for the fun run. Participants completing the event will receive a finishers item.
Overall Male & Female winners receive a plaque and a cash prize.
Men's and Women's Divisions awards are given in the following age groups:15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69 & 70 and up.
For boys and girls in the following age groups medals are given: 10 & under, 11-14.
Finish times will be based on gun time, not chip time.
More race information available at https://lototurkeytrot.com/
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