Rigby Lake Turkey Trot
- Date Thu 26th November 2026
- Time 9:00AM MST
- Location Rigby, Idaho
- Price Free
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the festive Rigby Lake Turkey Trot on Thursday, November 26, 2026, at the beautiful Rigby Lake in Jefferson County! This beloved Thanksgiving tradition invites families and friends to gather for a joyful morning of community spirit and outdoor fun. Kick off your holiday celebrations with a 5K free untimed community run at 9 AM, where participants are encouraged to donate a can of food for The Giving Cupboard, or make a cash donation on site to support this local charity.
Make sure to wear your coziest holiday sweater and, if you’re bringing your furry friend, keep them leashed as you enjoy the scenic course starting at the West Pavilion and finishing at the Southeast Parking Lot. Prepare for a chilly day of laughter, exercise, and giving back to the community! Don’t forget to register in advance to help us plan for a fantastic turnout. Celebrate Thanksgiving morning in a way that brings joy, health, and generosity to those in need!
Make sure to wear your coziest holiday sweater and, if you’re bringing your furry friend, keep them leashed as you enjoy the scenic course starting at the West Pavilion and finishing at the Southeast Parking Lot. Prepare for a chilly day of laughter, exercise, and giving back to the community! Don’t forget to register in advance to help us plan for a fantastic turnout. Celebrate Thanksgiving morning in a way that brings joy, health, and generosity to those in need!
Organiser's Description
The Turkey Trot is coming back to Rigby Lake _(aka Jefferson County Lake if you are coming in from out of town)_!! Grab your family and friends and your best holiday sweater and come hang out with us Thanksgiving Morning!
Thanksgiving Day | 9am
5K - Free Untimed Community Run (entrance fee is one can of food that will be donated to The Giving Cupboard in Rigby). We will also be accepting cash donations on site to support The Giving Cupboard
Location: Rigby Lake (Jefferson County Lake) West Parking Lot
Please register so we have an idea of how many people are coming!!! The race is untimed (there will be no official results).
If you bring your pup they need to be leashed at all times.
Bundle up, it will be chilly!
Course:
The race starts at the West Pavilion at Rigby Lake and will end in the Southeast Parking Lot :)
Sponsored by
Mountain Wave Swimming and Jefferson County Lake to benefit The Giving Cupboard
mountainwaveswimming.com [http://mountainwaveswimming.com]
https://www.co.jefferson.id.us/Facilities/Facility/Details/Jefferson-County-Lake-Campground-1
the Giving Cupboard a Choice Food Pantry in Jefferson County [https://thegivingcupboard.com/]
Thanksgiving Day | 9am
5K - Free Untimed Community Run (entrance fee is one can of food that will be donated to The Giving Cupboard in Rigby). We will also be accepting cash donations on site to support The Giving Cupboard
Location: Rigby Lake (Jefferson County Lake) West Parking Lot
Please register so we have an idea of how many people are coming!!! The race is untimed (there will be no official results).
If you bring your pup they need to be leashed at all times.
Bundle up, it will be chilly!
Course:
The race starts at the West Pavilion at Rigby Lake and will end in the Southeast Parking Lot :)
Sponsored by
Mountain Wave Swimming and Jefferson County Lake to benefit The Giving Cupboard
mountainwaveswimming.com [http://mountainwaveswimming.com]
https://www.co.jefferson.id.us/Facilities/Facility/Details/Jefferson-County-Lake-Campground-1
the Giving Cupboard a Choice Food Pantry in Jefferson County [https://thegivingcupboard.com/]
Races
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5k Run
Thu 26th November 2026 (9:00AM MST)
Free
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