Galveston Island Turkey Trot
- Date Thu 26th November 2026
- Time 7:30AM CST
- Location Galveston, Texas
- Price $49.64 - $60.31
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 5th Annual Galveston Island Turkey Trot on Thursday, November 26, 2026! This exciting event takes place on the stunning Galveston Seawall, featuring a scenic, flat course perfect for runners and walkers of all ages. Participants can enjoy a delightful 5K distance while soaking in the breathtaking views of the Gulf Coast.
This fun-filled Turkey Trot encourages friends, family, and community members to come together in a festive atmosphere—costumes are not only welcomed but encouraged! Following the race, join the celebration at Menard Park, where a lively post-race party awaits. Plus, by participating, you'll be supporting HART, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting health and fitness in the Galveston area through various initiatives like free running events and wellness clinics. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to celebrate the spirit of Thanksgiving while achieving your fitness goals!
This fun-filled Turkey Trot encourages friends, family, and community members to come together in a festive atmosphere—costumes are not only welcomed but encouraged! Following the race, join the celebration at Menard Park, where a lively post-race party awaits. Plus, by participating, you'll be supporting HART, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting health and fitness in the Galveston area through various initiatives like free running events and wellness clinics. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to celebrate the spirit of Thanksgiving while achieving your fitness goals!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US FOR THE 5TH ANNUAL GALVESTON ISLAND TURKEY TROT. A BEAUTIFUL, FLAT COURSE ON THE FAMOUS GALVESTON ISLAND SEAWALL. RUN OR WALK WITH PERFECT VIEWS OF THE GULF COAST. THE DISTANCE IS A 5K ENCOURAGING RUNNERS, WALKERS, FRIENDS & FAMILY TO COME TOGETHER TO TURKEY TROT! THIS IS AN OUT AND BACK COURSE WITH A POST-RACE PARTY ENDING AT MENARD PARK BEHIND THE MCGUIRE-DENT RECREATION CENTER. COSTUMES ARE WELCOME!
THIS RACE SUPPORTS HART WHICH IS A NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION THAT SUPPORTS HEALTH & FITNESS ON THE ISLAND ALONG WITH THE SURROUNDING AREA. WE ARE THE HEART OF AREA RUNNING TEAMS SUPPORTING RUN CLUBS, OTHER NON-PROFITS, VOLUNTEER PROGRAMS, & GIVING SUPPORT TO THE COMMUNITY. WE PROVIDE FREE RUN AND WALK EVENTS, WELLNESS CLINICS, FITNESS SCHOLARSHIPS AND DISCOUNTS TO STUDENTS.
Awards will take place at 8:45 am
1st Place Overall Male and Female
1st Place Master Male and Female
TOP 3 IN EACH AGE GROUP
THIS RACE SUPPORTS HART WHICH IS A NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION THAT SUPPORTS HEALTH & FITNESS ON THE ISLAND ALONG WITH THE SURROUNDING AREA. WE ARE THE HEART OF AREA RUNNING TEAMS SUPPORTING RUN CLUBS, OTHER NON-PROFITS, VOLUNTEER PROGRAMS, & GIVING SUPPORT TO THE COMMUNITY. WE PROVIDE FREE RUN AND WALK EVENTS, WELLNESS CLINICS, FITNESS SCHOLARSHIPS AND DISCOUNTS TO STUDENTS.
Awards will take place at 8:45 am
1st Place Overall Male and Female
1st Place Master Male and Female
TOP 3 IN EACH AGE GROUP
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2222 28th Street, Galveston, 77550, TX, United States
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