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2026 Wild Turkey Chase 2026
- Date
- Thursday, November 26, 2026
- Start time
- 8:00 AM start (Chicago)
- Location
- Pickrell, Nebraska
- Entry fee
- From $30 · goes up to $75 on Nov 1, 2026
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/2 Gobbler | Half Marathon | Nov 26, 20268:00 AM | $65$75 after Nov 1, 2026 | 102 |
| 10k Yelp | 10K | Nov 26, 20268:05 AM | $50$55 after Nov 1, 2026 | – |
| 5k Waddle | 5K | Nov 26, 20268:10 AM | $40$45 after Nov 1, 2026 | 150 |
| 1 Mile Bobble | 1 Mile | Nov 26, 20268:15 AM | $30 | – |
| Virtual ~ 10k YelpVirtual | 10K | Nov 26, 20268:15 AM | $60 | – |
| VIRTUAL ~ 1/2 GobblerVirtual | Half Marathon | Nov 26, 20268:15 AM | $80 | – |
| VIRTUAL ~ 1 Mile BobbleVirtual | 1 Mile | Nov 26, 20268:15 AM | $35 | – |
| VIRTUAL ~ 5k WaddleVirtual | 5K | Nov 26, 20268:15 AM | $50 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
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The Half Marathon fee goes up to $75 on Nov 1, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- 1/2 Gobbler: $65 until Nov 1, then $75 until Nov 23.
- 10k Yelp: $50 until Nov 1, then $55 until Nov 16.
- 5k Waddle: $40 until Nov 1, then $45 until Nov 25.
- 1 Mile Bobble: $30 until Nov 25.
Online registration closes Nov 25, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $65, entry is about the same as a typical half marathon in Nebraska ($60).
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a half marathon in Nebraska runs 2:10:59, about 9:59 a mile, based on 12 races with published results. Women typically finish in 2:18:41 and men in 1:58:37.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:24 AM, and the 1/2 Gobbler starts at 8:00 AM. The start sits about 1,380 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
202 Austin Street, Pickrell, NE 68422
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around November 26 the day usually runs from 27°F at dawn to 46°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 9% of days. Cold snaps dip to 17°F and hot years reach 59°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
From the race's page
What the organizers of 2026 Wild Turkey Chase cover on their registration page, in brief.
Race details
- Where
- 202 Austin Street, Pickrell, NE 68422Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 1,380 feet
- Included with entry
- Gobble Pants; T-Shirt
- Distances
- 1 Mile, 5K, 10K, Half Marathon
- Editions
- 2026 (Nov 26, 2026), 2025 (Nov 27, 2025), 2024 (Nov 28, 2024), 2023 (Nov 23, 2023)
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Quick answers
- When is 2026 Wild Turkey Chase?
- Thursday, November 26, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $30 before processing fees, and rises to $75 on Nov 1, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Nov 25, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Nebraska?
- At $65, entry is about the same as a typical half marathon in Nebraska ($60).
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- What distances can I run?
- 1 Mile, 5K, 10K, Half Marathon.
- Where does it start?
- 202 Austin Street, Pickrell, NE 68422.
From the organizers
It sounds a little wild, we know — a half marathon while the turkey’s in the oven? Or you can keep things a bit more relaxed with the 5K or even the 1-mile. But for 2026, we’re thrilled to introduce a BRAND-NEW option: the Wild Turkey Chase 10K! It’s the perfect middle distance — challenging, fun, and a great way to earn that Thanksgiving feast.
No matter which event you choose, celebrate Thanksgiving by giving thanks for your health, fitness, friends, and fellow runners. And don’t worry about the pie… you’ve absolutely earned that second slice (with extra Cool Whip)!
Let’s RUN and have FUN!