Turkey Trot at Wahlert High School
- Date Thu 26th November 2026
- Time 9:00AM CST
- Location Dubuque, Iowa
- Price $20.00
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Join us for the 54th Annual Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot, taking place on Thursday, November 26, 2026, at Wahlert Catholic High School in Dubuque, Iowa! This exciting event features both a 2.5-mile and a 5-mile race, perfect for runners and walkers of all ages—starting from just 4 years old. Gather your friends and family and get ready to burn off those Thanksgiving calories while enjoying the festive atmosphere.
Registration will be available from 6:00 PM to 7:15 PM on Wednesday, November 25th, and from 7:30 AM to 8:45 AM on race day. The races kick off at 9:00 AM, and participants have the chance to win a special turkey certificate for first place in each age division. Don't miss the opportunity to grab a long-sleeve performance shirt for just $20, available for purchase at the event while supplies last. So lace up your running shoes and join the community in this beloved tradition that's sure to bring smiles and holiday cheer!
Registration will be available from 6:00 PM to 7:15 PM on Wednesday, November 25th, and from 7:30 AM to 8:45 AM on race day. The races kick off at 9:00 AM, and participants have the chance to win a special turkey certificate for first place in each age division. Don't miss the opportunity to grab a long-sleeve performance shirt for just $20, available for purchase at the event while supplies last. So lace up your running shoes and join the community in this beloved tradition that's sure to bring smiles and holiday cheer!
Organiser's Description
54TH ANNUAL THANKSGIVING DAY TURKEY TROT RUN2.5 MILE AND 5 MILE
When/Where: Thursday, Nov. 26, 2026, at Wahlert Catholic High School in Dubuque, Iowa
Ages: 4 years and older
Registration: In the Wahlert Catholic gym 6:00 pm-7:15 pm Wednesday November 25th and 7:30-8:45 am Thursday November 26th
Pre-registered runners/walkers can pick up their bib number and/or shirt at this time in the balcony of the gym.
Entry Fee: $20 (cash, cc and/or a check payable to Wahlert Catholic High School)
T shirts: Long-sleeve performance fit shirts will be available for purchase from store website or day of the race. Cost is $20. (limited supply)
AFTER NOVEMBER 21TH SHIRTS CAN NOW ONLY BE PURCHASED AT RACE VENUE WHILE SUPPLIES LAST
Register online and reserve a t-shirt to be picked up the day of the race.
Sizes: YM, YL, S, M, L, XL, XXL
Race Times: 9:00 2.5 mile and 5 mile race will begin at the same time
Awards: A certificate for a turkey will be awarded to the first place finisher in each age division of the 2.5 and 5-mile race.
Course: 2.5 MILE Start in front of Mazzuchelli Catholic and head east on Kane St. go left on Balboa Dr. then left on North Grandview the left on W 32nd St go right on left on Carter Rd. then left on Kane St back to Wahlert Catholic for the finish. 5 MILE- REPEAT THE 2.5-MILE LOOP
When/Where: Thursday, Nov. 26, 2026, at Wahlert Catholic High School in Dubuque, Iowa
Ages: 4 years and older
Registration: In the Wahlert Catholic gym 6:00 pm-7:15 pm Wednesday November 25th and 7:30-8:45 am Thursday November 26th
Pre-registered runners/walkers can pick up their bib number and/or shirt at this time in the balcony of the gym.
Entry Fee: $20 (cash, cc and/or a check payable to Wahlert Catholic High School)
T shirts: Long-sleeve performance fit shirts will be available for purchase from store website or day of the race. Cost is $20. (limited supply)
AFTER NOVEMBER 21TH SHIRTS CAN NOW ONLY BE PURCHASED AT RACE VENUE WHILE SUPPLIES LAST
Register online and reserve a t-shirt to be picked up the day of the race.
Sizes: YM, YL, S, M, L, XL, XXL
Race Times: 9:00 2.5 mile and 5 mile race will begin at the same time
Awards: A certificate for a turkey will be awarded to the first place finisher in each age division of the 2.5 and 5-mile race.
Course: 2.5 MILE Start in front of Mazzuchelli Catholic and head east on Kane St. go left on Balboa Dr. then left on North Grandview the left on W 32nd St go right on left on Carter Rd. then left on Kane St back to Wahlert Catholic for the finish. 5 MILE- REPEAT THE 2.5-MILE LOOP
Races
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Turkey Trot Run/Walk
Thu 26th November 2026 (9:00AM CST)
$20.00
Strollers and leashed dogs are allowed. If you have a stroller or leashed dog please begin at the back of the start line. Participants can run the course twice for a 5 mile race
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