Iron Turkey
- Date Thu 26th November 2026
- Time 7:30AM MST
- Location El Paso, Texas
- Price $32.80
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the 18th Annual Iron Turkey 5K Run on Thanksgiving Day, November 26, 2026, in the vibrant city of El Paso, Texas! Kicking off at 7:30 a.m. from Up and Running, located at 3233 N Mesa, this festive race is the perfect way to celebrate the holiday while staying active. Participants can enjoy a scenic 5K course, and with a cap of 1,000 entries, you'll want to secure your spot early!
With registration fees starting at just $30 until August 31 and increasing as the race date approaches, everyone is encouraged to join in on the fun. All runners receive a stylish long sleeve technical t-shirt and a finisher medal, while trophies will be awarded to the top three male and female finishers, along with age group awards spanning from 9 and under to 75 and over. After crossing the finish line, indulge in awesome refreshments and celebrate your achievement! Don’t miss this chance to be part of a wonderful community event that also supports UTEP football. Mark your calendars and prepare for an unforgettable Thanksgiving tradition!
With registration fees starting at just $30 until August 31 and increasing as the race date approaches, everyone is encouraged to join in on the fun. All runners receive a stylish long sleeve technical t-shirt and a finisher medal, while trophies will be awarded to the top three male and female finishers, along with age group awards spanning from 9 and under to 75 and over. After crossing the finish line, indulge in awesome refreshments and celebrate your achievement! Don’t miss this chance to be part of a wonderful community event that also supports UTEP football. Mark your calendars and prepare for an unforgettable Thanksgiving tradition!
Organiser's Description
18TH ANNUAL IRON TURKEY
5K RUN
Thanksgiving Day November 26, 2026, 7:30 a.m.
Up and Running, 3233 N Mesa, El Paso, TX 79902
REGISTRATION FEES
Until August 31 $30.00
Sept 1 Sept 30 $35.00
Oct 1 Oct 31 $40.00
Nov 1 Nov 25 $45.00
RACE IS CAPPED AT 1000 ENTRIES
All participants receive a long sleeve technical t shirt
FINISHER MEDALS!
Trophies to the top three male and female, and age group awards 9 and under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 and over
AWESOME REFRESHMENTS AT THE FINISH LINE
PACKET PICK UP AT UP AND RUNNING
Tuesday 11/24 from 2-6 pm
Wednesday 11/25 10 -6 pm
NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION OR PACKET PICK UP
PROCEEDS BENEFIT UTEP FOOTBALL
5K RUN
Thanksgiving Day November 26, 2026, 7:30 a.m.
Up and Running, 3233 N Mesa, El Paso, TX 79902
REGISTRATION FEES
Until August 31 $30.00
Sept 1 Sept 30 $35.00
Oct 1 Oct 31 $40.00
Nov 1 Nov 25 $45.00
RACE IS CAPPED AT 1000 ENTRIES
All participants receive a long sleeve technical t shirt
FINISHER MEDALS!
Trophies to the top three male and female, and age group awards 9 and under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 and over
AWESOME REFRESHMENTS AT THE FINISH LINE
PACKET PICK UP AT UP AND RUNNING
Tuesday 11/24 from 2-6 pm
Wednesday 11/25 10 -6 pm
NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION OR PACKET PICK UP
PROCEEDS BENEFIT UTEP FOOTBALL
Races
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5k
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 26th November 2026 (7:30AM MST)
$32.80
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