Turkey Trails - Rochester 2026
- Date
- Sunday, November 8, 2026
- Start time
- 8:00 AM start (Chicago)
- Location
- Rochester, Minnesota
- Entry fee
- From $17 · goes up to $46 on Oct 19, 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 8, 20268:00 AM | $42$46 after Oct 19, 2026 | – |
| 1 Mile | 1 Mile | Nov 8, 20268:00 AM | $22 | – |
| 5K | 5K | Nov 8, 20268:00 AM | $42$46 after Oct 19, 2026 | – |
| Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Nov 8, 20268:00 AM | $74$80 after Oct 19, 2026 | – |
| Kids Dash | Kids | Nov 8, 20268:00 AM | $17 | – |
| Turkey Trails 10K 2027 | 10K | Nov 8, 20268:00 AM | $42$46 after Oct 19, 2026 | – |
| Turkey Trails 5K 2027 | 5K | Nov 8, 20268:00 AM | $42$46 after Oct 19, 2026 | – |
| Turkey Trails Half Marathon 2027 | Half Marathon | Nov 8, 20268:00 AM | $74$80 after Oct 19, 2026 | – |
| Volunteer then Run | – | Nov 8, 20268:00 AM | $17 | 2 |
| Virtual RaceVirtual | – | Nov 8, 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 $46 on Oct 19, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- 10K and 5K and Turkey Trails 10K 2027 and Turkey Trails 5K 2027: $42 until Oct 19, then $46 until Nov 7, then $50 until Nov 8.
- 1 Mile: $22 until Nov 8.
- Half Marathon and Turkey Trails Half Marathon 2027: $74 until Oct 19, then $80 until Nov 6, then $86 until Nov 8.
- Kids Dash and Volunteer then Run: $17 until Nov 8.
Online registration closes Nov 8, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $74, entry is about 11 percent above a typical half marathon in Minnesota, which costs $66.50 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a half marathon in Minnesota runs 2:07:05, about 9:42 a mile, based on 20 races with published results. Women typically finish in 2:14:40 and men in 1:57:25.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:54 AM, and the 10K starts at 8:00 AM. The start sits about 1,240 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
Soldiers Field Memorial Park, Rochester, MN 55902
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 8 the day usually runs from 35°F at dawn to 50°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 15% of days. Cold snaps dip to 25°F and hot years reach 64°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
- Soldiers Field Memorial Park, Rochester, MN 55902Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 1,240 feet
- Included with entry
- Long Sleeve Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 1 Mile, 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Kids
- Editions
- 2026 (Nov 8, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is Turkey Trails - Rochester?
- Sunday, November 8, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $17 before processing fees, and rises to $46 on Oct 19, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Nov 8, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Minnesota?
- At $74, entry is about 11 percent above a typical half marathon in Minnesota, which costs $66.50 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?
- Soldiers Field Memorial Park, Rochester, MN 55902.
From the organizers
Join us for the annual Turkey Trails 5k/10k/Half Marathon! 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!