Joplin Turkey Trot
- Date Thu 27th November 2025
- Time 7:30AM CST
- Location Joplin, Missouri
- Price $22.20 - $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 1 Mile, 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 14th Annual Joplin Turkey Trot on Thursday, November 27, 2025! This beloved family tradition brings the community together in Downtown Joplin, Jasper, for a fantastic Thanksgiving morning filled with fun and fitness. Participants can choose to join the spirited 5K Run/Walk, which kicks off at 8:00 AM, or the 1 Mile Fun Run starting at 7:30 AM. The certified 5K course takes you through the heart of Joplin and ends right in front of the Schroeder Family Exploreum, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone.
This year’s Turkey Trot promises an array of exciting features, including chip timing, a fabulous finisher medal, and a super soft event shirt for those who register by November 14. After crossing the finish line, participants can savor delicious donuts and coffee while enjoying live music from Resonation and announcements by BoCa Enterprises. With awards for various age categories and prizes for the top male and female finishers, this race is perfect for runners and walkers of all ages. Don’t miss out on Joplin’s largest 5K—mark your calendars and join us for a
This year’s Turkey Trot promises an array of exciting features, including chip timing, a fabulous finisher medal, and a super soft event shirt for those who register by November 14. After crossing the finish line, participants can savor delicious donuts and coffee while enjoying live music from Resonation and announcements by BoCa Enterprises. With awards for various age categories and prizes for the top male and female finishers, this race is perfect for runners and walkers of all ages. Don’t miss out on Joplin’s largest 5K—mark your calendars and join us for a
Organiser's Description
JOPLIN'S FAVORITE FAMILY TRADITION IS BACK FOR ITS 14TH YEAR!
Welcome to the 14th Annual Joplin Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk in Downtown Joplin presented by Freeman Health System! Runners and walkers are encouraged to join us on Thanksgiving morning for what has become a family tradition for many. This CERTIFIED 5K course begins and ends right in front of the Schroeder Family Exploreum, which is closed to traffic. Participants of the 5K will enjoy a super soft event shirt, AMAZING FINISHER MEDAL, chip timing, start/finish line announcing by BoCa Enterprises, music by Resonation, donuts, and coffee. As Joplins largest 5K, this is a race you dont want to miss!
1 MILE FUN RUN START TIME: 7:30AM
5K START TIME: 8:00AM
Packet Pick-up:
Early packet pick-up: Wednesday, November 26 at the Schroeder Family Exploreum, 11AM-6PM
Late packet pick-up will be available on race day from 6:30 am - race start.
Chip Timing: Chip timing provided for all registered 5K participants by Heartland Racing Co.
Event shirts: 5K participants registered by November 14 will be guaranteed an event tee. After November 14, shirts will be given on a first come, first serve basis. Those participating in the 1 Mile Fun Run have the option of adding a shirt to their registration for just $10 until November 14.
Post-Race Goodies: Runners will enjoy donuts and coffee.
Awards: 5 year age category increments! Prizes will be awarded to the overall male and female in the 5K. Age category awards will be given for the following age categories: 12 and under, 13-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+
DJ: There will be professional DJ playing music and a professional race emcee keeping runners informed during the event.
Photographer: There will be a photographer on course capturing your finish. All photographs are free to download!
1 Mile Fun Run:
Fun Run participants under the age of 12 will receive a finisher's medal. All Fun Run participants will enjoy post-race snacks and festivities. Fun Run registration does NOT include a shirt, but a shirt may be purchased in addition to the registration via the check-out process.
FAQ:
1. Are strollers allowed on course?
Yes! Please feel free to take your little one/s along for the run.
2. Is this a pet friendly event?
Absolutely! Well-behaved, leashed dogs are allowed on the race course.
3. Where should I park?
Main Street from 2nd to 7th will be closed to traffic. Parking is available on Joplin Avenue and Virginia Avenue.
4. Can I walk the race?
Of course! This is a family oriented event with a great mix of walkers and runners.
5. Will the race be cancelled if the weather is bad?
We will run rain or shine, wet or dry! Only in the event of severe weather including lightning will we postpone the start until the weather has passed.
Welcome to the 14th Annual Joplin Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk in Downtown Joplin presented by Freeman Health System! Runners and walkers are encouraged to join us on Thanksgiving morning for what has become a family tradition for many. This CERTIFIED 5K course begins and ends right in front of the Schroeder Family Exploreum, which is closed to traffic. Participants of the 5K will enjoy a super soft event shirt, AMAZING FINISHER MEDAL, chip timing, start/finish line announcing by BoCa Enterprises, music by Resonation, donuts, and coffee. As Joplins largest 5K, this is a race you dont want to miss!
1 MILE FUN RUN START TIME: 7:30AM
5K START TIME: 8:00AM
Packet Pick-up:
Early packet pick-up: Wednesday, November 26 at the Schroeder Family Exploreum, 11AM-6PM
Late packet pick-up will be available on race day from 6:30 am - race start.
Chip Timing: Chip timing provided for all registered 5K participants by Heartland Racing Co.
Event shirts: 5K participants registered by November 14 will be guaranteed an event tee. After November 14, shirts will be given on a first come, first serve basis. Those participating in the 1 Mile Fun Run have the option of adding a shirt to their registration for just $10 until November 14.
Post-Race Goodies: Runners will enjoy donuts and coffee.
Awards: 5 year age category increments! Prizes will be awarded to the overall male and female in the 5K. Age category awards will be given for the following age categories: 12 and under, 13-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+
DJ: There will be professional DJ playing music and a professional race emcee keeping runners informed during the event.
Photographer: There will be a photographer on course capturing your finish. All photographs are free to download!
1 Mile Fun Run:
Fun Run participants under the age of 12 will receive a finisher's medal. All Fun Run participants will enjoy post-race snacks and festivities. Fun Run registration does NOT include a shirt, but a shirt may be purchased in addition to the registration via the check-out process.
FAQ:
1. Are strollers allowed on course?
Yes! Please feel free to take your little one/s along for the run.
2. Is this a pet friendly event?
Absolutely! Well-behaved, leashed dogs are allowed on the race course.
3. Where should I park?
Main Street from 2nd to 7th will be closed to traffic. Parking is available on Joplin Avenue and Virginia Avenue.
4. Can I walk the race?
Of course! This is a family oriented event with a great mix of walkers and runners.
5. Will the race be cancelled if the weather is bad?
We will run rain or shine, wet or dry! Only in the event of severe weather including lightning will we postpone the start until the weather has passed.
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