Topeka Turkey Trot 2026
- Date
- Thursday, November 26, 2026
- Start time
- 8:00 AM start (Chicago)
- Location
- Topeka, Kansas
- Entry fee
- From $7.50 · goes up to $40 on Sep 30, 2026
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turkey Trot 10K | 10K | Nov 26, 20268:00 AM | $35$40 after Sep 30, 2026 | 150 |
| Turkey Trot 5K | 5K | Nov 26, 20268:15 AM | $30$35 after Sep 30, 2026 | 500 |
| Kids Turkey Trot 1K Race | Kids | Nov 26, 20269:00 AM | $7.50 | 100 |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The 10K fee goes up to $40 on Sep 30, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- Turkey Trot 10K: $35 until Sep 30, then $40 until Oct 31, then $45 until Nov 24, then $50 until Nov 26.
- Turkey Trot 5K: $30 until Sep 30, then $35 until Oct 31, then $37.50 until Nov 24, then $40 until Nov 26.
- Kids Turkey Trot 1K Race: $7.50 until Sep 29, then $7.50 until Nov 23, then $7.50 until Nov 25.
Online registration closes Nov 26, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $35, entry is about the same as a typical 10K in Kansas ($33.50).
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 10K in Kansas runs 1:03:51, about 10:17 a mile, based on 31 races with published results. Women typically finish in 1:09:17 and men in 57:44.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:17 AM, and the Turkey Trot 10K starts at 8:00 AM. The start sits about 1,030 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
7016 SE Forbes Ave, Topeka, KS 66619
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 results5K
Lake Shawnee Loop 6.8 Miles
Aggregated from official results (Timer Guys) for Topeka Turkey Trot. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
How fast do you need to be at Topeka Turkey Trot?
At the 2025 5K, the fastest tenth finished in 25:03 or better, the top quarter in 28:53, and half the field in 34:51; the last tenth came in after 52:28.
At the 2025 Lake Shawnee Loop 6.8 Miles, the fastest tenth finished in 53:56 or better, the top quarter in 58:54, and half the field in 1:04:31; the last tenth came in after 1:25:05.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| Under 20 | 24:54 | 20:03 |
| 20-29 | 23:21 | 20:48 |
| 30-39 | 26:19 | 21:05 |
| 40-49 | 26:17 | 25:40 |
| 50-59 | 30:26 | 25:32 |
| 60-69 | 36:53 | 36:28 |
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.
How fast is it?
About average for Kansas 5Ks
The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 28:53, against 29:39 in a typical Kansas 5K, so times here are about average.
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 30°F at dawn to 49°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 19% of days. Cold snaps dip to 21°F and hot years reach 61°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
- 7016 SE Forbes Ave, Topeka, KS 66619Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 1,030 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Distances
- 5K, 10K, Kids
- Editions
- 2026 (Nov 26, 2026), 2025 (Nov 27, 2025)
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Quick answers
- When is Topeka Turkey Trot?
- Thursday, November 26, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $7.50 before processing fees, and rises to $40 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 Kansas?
- At $35, entry is about the same as a typical 10K in Kansas ($33.50).
- 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, Kids.
- How big is it, and how fast?
- In 2025, 387 runners finished the 5K; the median finish was 34:51 and the winner ran 16:57.
- Is it a fast course?
- The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 28:53, against 29:39 in a typical Kansas 5K, so times here are about average.
- Where does it start?
- 7016 SE Forbes Ave, Topeka, KS 66619.
From the organizers
Join Fleet Feet this Thanksgiving morning, November 26th, for the 2nd Annual Topeka Turkey Trot! Building on the success of last year’s inaugural event, the Topeka Turkey Trot returns as a community-focused tradition to kick off the holiday. We had a tremendous first year and we are excited to build off that momentum!
Participants of all ages and abilities are welcome, whether you’re aiming for a personal best, enjoying a relaxed walk with friends and family, or simply taking part in the festive atmosphere. From experienced runners to those trotting for the pie, this event celebrates movement, gratitude, and togetherness before the Thanksgiving meal.