Turkey Trails - Lincoln 2026
- Date
- Sunday, November 29, 2026
- Start time
- 8:00 AM start (Chicago)
- Location
- Lincoln, Nebraska
- Entry fee
- From $17 · goes up to $36 on Oct 5, 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 | 10K | Nov 29, 20268:00 AM | $32$36 after Oct 5, 2026 | – |
| 1 Mile | 1 Mile | Nov 29, 20268:00 AM | $22 | – |
| 5K | 5K | Nov 29, 20268:00 AM | $32$36 after Oct 5, 2026 | – |
| Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Nov 29, 20268:00 AM | $54$60 after Oct 5, 2026 | – |
| Kids Dash | Kids | Nov 29, 20268:00 AM | $17 | – |
| Turkey Trails 10K 2027 | 10K | Nov 29, 20268:00 AM | $32$36 after Oct 5, 2026 | – |
| Turkey Trails 5K 2027 | 5K | Nov 29, 20268:00 AM | $32$36 after Oct 5, 2026 | – |
| Turkey Trails Half Marathon 2027 | Half Marathon | Nov 29, 20268:00 AM | $54$60 after Oct 5, 2026 | – |
| Volunteer then Run | – | Nov 29, 20268:00 AM | $17 | 5 |
| Virtual RaceVirtual | – | Nov 29, 20268:00 AM | $42 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The 10K fee goes up to $36 on Oct 5, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- 10K and 5K and Turkey Trails 10K 2027 and Turkey Trails 5K 2027: $32 until Oct 5, then $36 until Nov 9, then $40 until Nov 28, then $44 until Nov 29.
- 1 Mile: $22 until Nov 29.
- Half Marathon and Turkey Trails Half Marathon 2027: $54 until Oct 5, then $60 until Nov 9, then $66 until Nov 27, then $72 until Nov 29.
- Kids Dash and Volunteer then Run: $17 until Nov 29.
Online registration closes Nov 29, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $54, entry is about 10 percent below a typical half marathon in Nebraska, which costs $60 right now.
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 7:29 AM, and the 10K starts at 8:00 AM. The start sits about 1,220 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
Holmes Lake Park, Lincoln, NE 68506
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 29 the day usually runs from 26°F at dawn to 44°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 3% of days. Cold snaps dip to 16°F and hot years reach 58°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
- Holmes Lake Park, Lincoln, NE 68506Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 1,220 feet
- Included with entry
- Long Sleeve Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 1 Mile, 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Kids
- Editions
- 2026 (Nov 29, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is Turkey Trails - Lincoln?
- Sunday, November 29, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $17 before processing fees, and rises to $36 on Oct 5, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Nov 29, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Nebraska?
- At $54, entry is about 10 percent below a typical half marathon in Nebraska, which costs $60 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, Half Marathon, Kids.
- Where does it start?
- Holmes Lake Park, Lincoln, NE 68506.
From the organizers
Join us for the annual Turkey Trails 5k/10k! A fun, Thanksgiving-themed event that is perfect for the whole family.
The fun includes -
Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal
Chip-timing with live results and awards
Free photos
Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line
Plenty of fun!
Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one!
Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag!
*Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17!
Half Marathon registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!