Kirkland Turkey Trot 2026
- Date
- Sunday, November 15, 2026
- Start time
- 9:00 AM start (Los Angeles)
- Location
- Kirkland, Washington
- Entry fee
- From Free · goes up to $50 on Oct 1, 2026
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10K Adult | 10K | Nov 15, 20269:00 AM | $40 | – |
| 10K Student | 10K | Nov 15, 20269:00 AM | $40 | – |
| 5K Adult | 5K | Nov 15, 20269:05 AM | $45$50 after Oct 1, 2026 | – |
| 5K Student | 5K | Nov 15, 20269:05 AM | $35 | – |
| Lil Gobbler Run | – | Nov 15, 20269:30 AM | Free$20 after Oct 1, 2026 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The 5K fee goes up to $50 on Oct 1, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- 10K Adult: $40 until Oct 1, then $40 until Nov 9, then $50 until Nov 16.
- 10K Student: $40 until Oct 1, then $40 until Nov 9, then $50 until Nov 15.
- 5K Adult: $45 until Oct 1, then $50 until Nov 9, then $55 until Nov 15.
- 5K Student: $35 until Oct 1, then $35 until Nov 9, then $45 until Nov 15.
Online registration closes Nov 16, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $40, entry is about 11 percent below a typical 10K in Washington, which costs $45 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 10K in Washington runs 1:04:33, about 10:23 a mile, based on 71 races with published results. Women typically finish in 1:08:35 and men in 58:40.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:13 AM, and the 10K Adult starts at 9:00 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
9703 NE Juanita Dr, Kirkland, WA 98034
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 15 the day usually runs from 40°F at dawn to 50°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 47% of days. Cold snaps dip to 32°F and hot years reach 56°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.
Race details
- Where
- 9703 NE Juanita Dr, Kirkland, WA 98034Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 130 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Distances
- 5K, 10K
- Editions
- 2026 (Nov 15, 2026), 2025 (Nov 16, 2025)
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Quick answers
- When is Kirkland Turkey Trot?
- Sunday, November 15, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at Free before processing fees, and rises to $50 on Oct 1, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Nov 16, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Washington?
- At $40, entry is about 11 percent below a typical 10K in Washington, which costs $45 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.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K, 10K.
- Where does it start?
- 9703 NE Juanita Dr, Kirkland, WA 98034.
From the organizers
Run Together at the Kirkland Turkey Trot!
Gather your family, invite your friends, and kick off the holiday season together at the Kirkland Turkey Trot 5K, 10K, and Lil’ Gobbler Run!
Join us Sunday, November 15, 2026, at 9:00 AM at Juanita Beach Park for a fun and welcoming event designed for runners and walkers of all ages and abilities. Whether you are chasing a personal best, completing your first race, or simply enjoying an active morning with the people you care about, the Kirkland Turkey Trot is about moving together and creating lasting memories.