Memorial Park Turkey Trot
- Date Thu 27th November 2025
- Time 9:00AM CST
- Location Omaha, Nebraska
- Price Free
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join the excitement at the Memorial Park Turkey Trot on Thursday, November 27, 2025, in Omaha, Douglas! This beloved Thanksgiving Day tradition invites runners, walkers, and families of all ages to partake in a festive race that benefits a great cause. Starting at 9 AM, participants can choose to either run a challenging 5K or enjoy a leisurely 2.5K walk. The event's unique entry requirement asks for just 5 cans of food or a monetary donation to support the Food Bank for the Heartland, making it a perfect opportunity to give back while celebrating the holiday spirit.
Gather at the Memorial Park Roundabout and get ready for a fun-filled morning that encourages creativity—costumes are highly encouraged for an extra dash of festivity! The race route winds around the beautiful park, providing a scenic backdrop for this community gathering. So, lace up your running shoes and make this Thanksgiving memorable by joining the Memorial Park Turkey Trot—a heartwarming way to kick off the holiday season!
Gather at the Memorial Park Roundabout and get ready for a fun-filled morning that encourages creativity—costumes are highly encouraged for an extra dash of festivity! The race route winds around the beautiful park, providing a scenic backdrop for this community gathering. So, lace up your running shoes and make this Thanksgiving memorable by joining the Memorial Park Turkey Trot—a heartwarming way to kick off the holiday season!
Organiser's Description
A THANKSGIVING DAY TRADITION FOR A GOOD CAUSE!
Perfect for a family outing, the Memorial Park Turkey Trot is one of Omaha's longest-running Thanksgiving day races. Runners, walkers, and everyone in between are more than welcome to participate. To enter, simply bring 5 cans of food or a monetary donation, all of which will be given to the Food Bank for the Heartland.
Unofficial bonus points to those who wear a costume ;)
LOCATION
Meet us at the Memorial Park Roundabout [https://maps.apple.com/?address=Memorial%20Park,%20Robert%20H%20Storz%20Dr,%20Omaha,%20NE%20%2068132,%20United%20States&ll=41.262458,-96.001515&q=Dropped%20Pin] on Thanksgiving Day at 9AM! Parking is available around the roundabout, or on the streets in the neighborhood to the north of the Park.
ROUTE
The Trot will begin from the Memorial Park Monument [https://maps.apple.com/?address=Memorial%20Park,%20Robert%20H%20Storz%20Dr,%20Omaha,%20NE%20%2068132,%20United%20States&ll=41.262458,-96.001515&q=Dropped%20Pin]. Runners and walkers will take off east around the roundabout and hang a right on Underwood Avenue. They will then loop around the entire park once for a 2.5K or twice for 5K. See the exact route below.
INFO
Date: Thursday, Nov. 27
Time: 9AM
Location: Memorial Park Roundabout
Distance: 5K run or 2.5K walk
Price: Bring canned food or a monetary donation
Perfect for a family outing, the Memorial Park Turkey Trot is one of Omaha's longest-running Thanksgiving day races. Runners, walkers, and everyone in between are more than welcome to participate. To enter, simply bring 5 cans of food or a monetary donation, all of which will be given to the Food Bank for the Heartland.
Unofficial bonus points to those who wear a costume ;)
LOCATION
Meet us at the Memorial Park Roundabout [https://maps.apple.com/?address=Memorial%20Park,%20Robert%20H%20Storz%20Dr,%20Omaha,%20NE%20%2068132,%20United%20States&ll=41.262458,-96.001515&q=Dropped%20Pin] on Thanksgiving Day at 9AM! Parking is available around the roundabout, or on the streets in the neighborhood to the north of the Park.
ROUTE
The Trot will begin from the Memorial Park Monument [https://maps.apple.com/?address=Memorial%20Park,%20Robert%20H%20Storz%20Dr,%20Omaha,%20NE%20%2068132,%20United%20States&ll=41.262458,-96.001515&q=Dropped%20Pin]. Runners and walkers will take off east around the roundabout and hang a right on Underwood Avenue. They will then loop around the entire park once for a 2.5K or twice for 5K. See the exact route below.
INFO
Date: Thursday, Nov. 27
Time: 9AM
Location: Memorial Park Roundabout
Distance: 5K run or 2.5K walk
Price: Bring canned food or a monetary donation
Races
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Memorial Park Turkey Trot
Thu 27th November 2025 (9:00AM CST)
Free
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