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Katy YMCAs 24th Annual Turkey Dash 2026
- Date
- Thursday, November 26, 2026
- Start time
- 7:30 AM start (Chicago)
- Location
- Katy, Texas
- Entry fee
- From $20 · goes up to $55 on Sep 30, 2026
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10K Run | 10K | Nov 26, 20267:30 AM | $50$55 after Sep 30, 2026 | – |
| 5K Run | 5K | Nov 26, 20267:50 AM | $40$45 after Sep 30, 2026 | – |
| 1 Mile Kids Race | Kids | Nov 26, 20269:15 AM | $20$25 after Oct 31, 2026 | – |
| 1 Mile Family Run/Walk | 1 Mile | Nov 26, 20269:30 AM | $20$25 after Oct 31, 2026 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
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The 10K fee goes up to $55 on Sep 30, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- 10K Run: $50 until Sep 30, then $55 until Oct 31, then $60 until Nov 21, then $65 until Nov 26.
- 5K Run: $40 until Sep 30, then $45 until Oct 31, then $50 until Nov 21, then $55 until Nov 26.
- 1 Mile Kids Race and 1 Mile Family Run/Walk: $20 until Oct 31, then $25 until Nov 21, then $30 until Nov 26.
Online registration closes Nov 26, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $50, entry is about 16 percent above a typical 10K in Texas, which costs $43 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 10K in Texas runs 1:06:46, about 10:45 a mile, based on 236 races with published results. Women typically finish in 1:10:59 and men in 1:00:41.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:56 AM, and the 10K Run starts at 7:30 AM. The start sits about 130 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
22807 Westheimer Parkway, Katy, TX 77494
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
2025 results
All results (2 years)5K Run
2,647
finishers
34:21
median (11:03 /mi)
15:48
winning time
54% / 46%
women / men
10K Run
771
finishers
1:01:02
median (9:49 /mi)
33:58
winning time
47% / 53%
women / men
Aggregated from official results (Negative Split Productions) for Katy YMCAs 24th Annual Turkey Dash. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
How fast do you need to be at Katy YMCAs 24th Annual Turkey Dash?
At the 2025 5K Run, the fastest tenth finished in 24:25 or better, the top quarter in 28:10, and half the field in 34:21; the last tenth came in after 56:08.
At the 2025 10K Run, the fastest tenth finished in 46:37 or better, the top quarter in 51:50, and half the field in 1:01:02; the last tenth came in after 1:25:58.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| Under 20 | 20:44 | 16:35 |
| 20-29 | 20:36 | 17:34 |
| 30-39 | 21:45 | 18:26 |
| 40-49 | 22:49 | 19:44 |
| 50-59 | 25:05 | 21:33 |
| 60-69 | 30:23 | 21:50 |
| 70+ | 41:58 | 30:53 |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
What would my time get me?
Where a finish time would have placed in 2025.
Finishers by year
Up 21 percent since 2023.
2,832
2023
3,418
2025
All events combined, from official results.
Katy YMCAs 24th Annual Turkey Dash 5K year by year
From 2023 to 2025, the field went from 2,123 to 2,647 finishers, and the median time dropped from 35:01 to 34:21.
| Year | Finishers | Median | Fastest tenth | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2,647 (+25%) | 34:21 | under 24:25 | 15:48 |
| 2023 | 2,123 | 35:01 | under 24:38 | 15:36 |
From each year's official results for the 5K; virtual options are left out.
How fast is it?
Faster than most Texas 5Ks
The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 28:10, against 30:02 in a typical Texas 5K, so times here run 6 percent faster.
- 10K: Faster than most Texas 10Ks. The fastest quarter of the 2025 10K field finished under 51:50, against 57:11 in a typical Texas 10K, so times here run 9 percent faster.
Compares the fastest quarter of each field, so walkers and first-timers do not skew it. It reflects the course and the field together: a flat course, cool weather, or a competitive crowd all make times faster.
Typical race-day weather
Around November 26 the day usually runs from 49°F at dawn to 69°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 27% of days. Cold snaps dip to 43°F and hot years reach 80°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 Katy YMCAs 24th Annual Turkey Dash cover on their registration page, in brief.
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Neighborhood Road Closure Information
Some neighborhoods on the race course will be impacted during select times. We will have road marshals and police officers onsite to assist with traffic flow. More info coming soon!
Rules and FAQ
FAQ
Can I register the day of the race? No, day-of race registration is not available. Where do I pick up my race packet? Monty Ballard YMCA at Cinco Ranch – 22807 Westheimer Parkway Katy, Texas 77494 | Packet pick-up day/times: Saturday 11/21…
Race details
- Where
- 22807 Westheimer Parkway, Katy, TX 77494Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 130 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 1 Mile, 5K, 10K, Kids
- Editions
- 2026 (Nov 26, 2026), 2025 (Nov 27, 2025), 2024 (Nov 28, 2024), 2023 (Nov 23, 2023), 2022 (Nov 24, 2022), 2021 (Nov 25, 2021)
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Quick answers
- When is Katy YMCAs 24th Annual Turkey Dash?
- Thursday, November 26, 2026, starting at 7:30 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $20 before processing fees, and rises to $55 on Sep 30, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Nov 26, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Texas?
- At $50, entry is about 16 percent above a typical 10K in Texas, which costs $43 right now.
- 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.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances can I run?
- 1 Mile, 5K, 10K, Kids.
- How big is it, and how fast?
- In 2025, 2,647 runners finished the 5K Run; the median finish was 34:21 and the winner ran 15:48.
- Is it a fast course?
- The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 28:10, against 30:02 in a typical Texas 5K, so times here run 6 percent faster.
- Where does it start?
- 22807 Westheimer Parkway, Katy, TX 77494.
From the organizers
The tradition returns for its 24th year and it’s bigger than ever.
Grab your family, lace up your shoes, and be part of a Katy favorite:
1 Mile Family Walk/Run
1 Mile Kids Race (ages 3–12)
5K Timed Walk/Run
10K Timed Run
Every finisher earns a medal, because every step matters.
Make a morning of it at our Turkey Tailgate, featuring a fully equipped Kids Zone, local vendors, and interactive booths that bring the community together. Whether you're racing, cheering, or just soaking it all in, there’s something for everyone.
But this is more than a race.