Rochester Turkey Trot 5k

Thursday, November 26, 2026
8:45 AM CST
Rochester, Minnesota
Free–$64.99 · 7 races
5km

Starts in 12 days

Event summary

Join the festive spirit at the Rochester Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk on Thursday, November 26, 2026, in beautiful Rochester, Olmsted! This beloved Thanksgiving tradition invites participants of all ages to lace up their sneakers and enjoy a scenic 5K course, all while celebrating health, community, and the joy of the holiday season. As a special treat, every finisher will receive a delicious donut at the finish line, adding to the fun and festive atmosphere!

Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking to stroll with family and friends, the Rochester Turkey Trot is the perfect way to kick off your Thanksgiving Day. Don’t forget to capture your moments and share them using #TurkeyTradition on social media! Mark your calendars for this exciting event, and join the community in making wonderful memories. For the latest updates and details, be sure to check out MNRuns.com.

Races

  • 5k

    Closes in 1 week

    Incl. Unisex Event Shirt

    9:00 AM CST

    $49.99

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  • 5k Walk (Untimed)

    Closes in 1 week

    Incl. Unisex Event Shirt

    9:00 AM CST

    $49.99

    Register
  • 5k Extended Online Registration

    Opens in 1 week

    Incl. Unisex Event Shirt

    9:00 AM CST

    $64.99

  • 5k Walk (Untimed) - Extended Online Registration

    Opens in 1 week

    Incl. Unisex Event Shirt

    9:00 AM CST

    $64.99

  • 5k Kid's Division Fun Run (11 Years and Under)

    Kids 11 years and under can participate in the Kids Division Fun Run and receive an untimed bib. Kids size shirt can be purchased during registration.

    9:00 AM CST

    $12.99

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  • Kids Dash (age 8 & under)

    The Kids Dash is for children 8 years old and younger. It is 100 meters long and all finishers get a ribbon at the finish line!

    8:45 AM CST

    Free

    Register
  • Virtual Run - 5k

    Virtual

    Incl. Unisex Event Shirt

    Run virtually! We'll send you the event shirt.

    8:45 AM CST

    $49.99

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Organiser's description

Join the Thanksgiving tradition at the Rochester Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk. Everyone gets a donut at the finish line!

Rochester, MN

Use #TurkeyTradition https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/turkeytradition to share your photos!

Event times, dates, location and all other details are subject to change prior to the event. All official information is on the event's website MNRuns.com https://mnruns.com

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Location

244 Soldiers Field Drive SE, Rochester, 55902, MN, United States

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