- When are turkey trots in Indianapolis, IN in 2026?
- Thanksgiving Day is Thursday, November 26. 3 of the 5 turkey trots listed here are on the holiday itself. 2 run in the weeks before.
- How much does a turkey trot cost in Indianapolis, IN?
- Most charge between $27 and $36 for their current entry tier, with a typical fee of $33 before processing fees. 1 is free to enter. Many raise prices as Thanksgiving gets closer.
- What distances do turkey trots offer?
- Of the 5 races, 2 include a 5K, 1 a 10K, 1 a one-mile run, 1 a kids race, and 2 a half marathon. Walkers are welcome at most of them.
- What is the biggest turkey trot in Indianapolis, IN?
- Wheeler Mission Drumstick Dash, with 10,300 finishers across its events in 2025.
- What is the weather like for turkey trots in Indianapolis, IN?
- Based on five years of weather at these races, Thanksgiving week typically runs from about 31°F at dawn to 47°F in the afternoon, with rain on about 23 percent of days. Morning starts are usually close to the low.
- Do turkey trots sell out?
- Most do not, but the largest cap their fields, so check each race's registration page before Thanksgiving week.